Mandricia Munoz
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with over 10 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Successful at advocating for self and patient needs. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients. Extremely organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure the Nurse Navigator Role in Oncology position.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NICU RN
Poudre Valley Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill neonates in a fast-paced NICU environment.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Decreased incidence of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients.
- Administered medications accurately following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all aspects of patient care using electronic medical records systems for accurate record-keeping and communication among team members.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
NICU RN
Medical Center Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2019
- Cared for infants 24+ weeks gestation
- Implemented treatment protocols set forth by the physician and administered prescribed medications
- Ensured 100 percent accuracy and completeness when documenting infant performed procedures, neonate conditions and the administration of medications
- Led and mentored students and new unit staff while providing training and guidance on nursing best practices within the neonatal intensive care unit.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill neonates in a fast-paced NICU environment.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Mentored new NICU nurses through clinical rotations, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth through hands-on training.
- Managed ventilator care for intubated neonates, ensuring proper settings were maintained for optimal respiratory function.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on comprehensive assessments of each infant''s unique needs and family dynamics.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds daily, providing valuable input on patients'' progress and updating care plans accordingly.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
QA Risk Manager
Promise Hospital Of Southeast Texas
03.2008 - 10.2008
- Reduced operational risks by implementing robust risk management strategies and procedures.
- Enhanced risk identification processes for early detection and mitigation of potential threats.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish effective risk management practices across all business units.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement in risk management, encouraging feedback from employees to identify areas for enhancement.
- Produced and filed reports to inform senior management of current activities and progress with investigations.
- Devised new systems and specific processes to handle ongoing monitoring needs for potential risks.
- Educated all nursing staff within the hospital to increase patient satisfaction, decreased fall rates, decreased the use of restraints by continual education, decreased the incidence of needle sticks, re-organized and color-coded all crash carts to provide quick and easy access to all supplies in an emergency
- Identified opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction through insightful analysis of current risk management practices.
- Participated in New Employee Orientation and orientated new employees to the Employee Health, Quality and Risk Policies within the facility
- Identified performance improvement opportunities within the organization
- Contributed in monthly corporate conference calls to discuss quality, employee health, risk and infection control improvements made and goals for the upcoming month
- Provided a Quarterly power point slideshow for all managers of all department's goals and areas of improvement for the next quarter.
- Conducted thorough analysis of historical data, helping identify patterns and trends in potential risks.
- Trained employees on risk management best practices, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding potential risks.
- Achieved regulatory compliance by ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines related to risk management.
- Supported executive decision-making by providing accurate and timely reports (PIRC) with variances listed, target dates and an action plan to correct all variances
NICU RN
Christus St. Mary's Hospital
10.2006 - 10.2007
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Administered medications accurately following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Performed thorough physical assessments on newborns daily to detect early signs of potential complications or abnormalities requiring attention.
- Implemented family-centered care strategies by involving parents in bedside rounding discussions and encouraging their active participation in infant care decisions.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
PICU RN
Texas Children's Hospital
02.2006 - 08.2006
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately assessing, diagnosing, and developing individualized nursing care plans for critically ill pediatric patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care and ensure a seamless transition from the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit to other hospital units or home.
- Streamlined documentation processes by utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently and accurately recording all pertinent patient information.
- Administered medications safely and accurately while monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions in critically ill children.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care by coordinating palliative services for terminally ill children and their families in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
- Supported the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of critically ill pediatric patients by incorporating specialized nursing care techniques tailored to each child''s unique situation.
Preoperative Postoperative Nurse
Memorial Health University Medical Center
11.2004 - 11.2005
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to diverse patient populations with varied medical conditions.
- Expedited discharge processes by coordinating with various departments for timely completion of required paperwork.
- Administered pain medications via oral or IV, and monitored patient responses.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of IVs
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Pediatric Cardiology Staff Registered Nurse
Cook Children's Medical Center
09.2001 - 03.2003
- Improved patient outcomes by developing individualized care plans for pediatric cardiology patients.
- Enhanced team collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other medical staff to coordinate patient care.
- Demonstrated clinical competence in pediatric cardiac assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and recognizing abnormalities.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff members on pediatric cardiology protocols and procedures for optimal patient care delivery.
- Served as a resource person within the unit regarding evidence-based practice guidelines for pediatric cardiology nursing care.
- Utilized advanced nursing skills such as cardiac monitoring, tracheostomy care, and central line management to provide high-quality care for pediatric cardiology patients.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Covenant Children's Hospital
09.2001 - 03.2003
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management.
Education
BSN in Nursing -
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, Texas08.2001
Skills
- Proficient in Epic & Cerner
- Attention to details
- Strong leadership skills
- Critical thinking & problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective communicator
- Developmental Care
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Ventilator management
- Patient assessment
- Family-centered care
- Patient Advocacy
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Honest and Dependable
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Reliable and Responsible
Certification
- BLS, 10/2025
- NRP, 12/2025
- Colorado, 1692759, 09/30/25
- Texas, 681985, 03/31/25
I enjoy traveling, hiking, reading and spending time with my family.
We lived overseas in Buenos Aires, Argentina with our 2 children for several years. It was hands down the best experience to date. We are forever grateful for having been given this amazing opportunity.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
NICU RN
Poudre Valley Hospital
10.2023 - Current
NICU RN
Medical Center Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2019
QA Risk Manager
Promise Hospital Of Southeast Texas
03.2008 - 10.2008
NICU RN
Christus St. Mary's Hospital
10.2006 - 10.2007
PICU RN
Texas Children's Hospital
02.2006 - 08.2006
Preoperative Postoperative Nurse
Memorial Health University Medical Center
11.2004 - 11.2005
Pediatric Cardiology Staff Registered Nurse
Cook Children's Medical Center
09.2001 - 03.2003
Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Covenant Children's Hospital
09.2001 - 03.2003
BSN in Nursing -
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center