ANNA M E Y E R S

• Provide comprehensive care to pre- and post-operative neurosurgery patients, including patient education, wound care, medication reconciliation, and recovery assessment.
• Assist neurosurgeons with in-clinic procedures and neurological assessments, including suture/staple removal, drain management, and wound evaluations.
• Triage patient concerns via phone and electronic communication; collaborate with providers to determine appropriate interventions.
• Monitor patient progress through follow-up visits and support the management of complex conditions such as brain tumors, spinal disorders, and post-traumatic injuries.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the EMR system and coordinate imaging, referrals, and surgical scheduling as needed.
• Support continuity of care by communicating effectively with inpatient teams, surgical staff, and physical/occupational therapy services.

University of New Mexico, Neuro ICU, Trauma I

Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Surgical ICU, Trauma III

SSM Saint Louis University Hospital, Neuro ICU, Trauma I

Lee’s Summit Medical Center, ICU, Trauma III

• Provided ICU-level care for complex medical, neuro, and trauma patients requiring sedation, ventilation, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring.
• Supported patients pre- and post-procedure including conscious sedation and anesthesia recovery in ICU settings.
• Adapted rapidly to diverse hospital systems and EMR platforms.
• Served as preceptor to new RNs and BSN students, modeling critical care protocols and best practices.

Neuro/Trauma Intensive Care Unit, Trauma I

• Delivered critical care to trauma and neuro patients with complex injuries including traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, subdural and epidural hematomas, blunt force trauma, and multi-system organ failure.
• Performed continuous neuro assessments and implemented timely interventions for patients with stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and post-operative neurosurgical complications.
• Managed advanced life support interventions including mechanical ventilation, continuous renal replacement therapy, vasopressor titration, and targeted temperature management.
• Participated in emergent resuscitation and stabilization of trauma patients presenting with penetrating injuries, massive hemorrhage, chest trauma, and airway compromise.
• Assisted with bedside procedures including EVD placements, bronchoscopy, central and arterial line insertions, intubations, chest tube placement, and GI procedures.
• Collaborated closely with trauma surgeons, neurosurgeons, and multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Advocated for patient-centered care while maintaining strong communication with families during high-stress and end-of-life situations.