Barbara Acord
Grottoes,VA
Summary
Well-trained, accurate and capable anesthesia team member with proven nursing expertise and solid background effectively handling medications and monitoring patients during procedures. Correctly calculate safe and effective dosages based on numerous factors. Manage all routine pre- and post-procedure care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
University Of Virginia Medical Center
06.1997 - Current
- Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during routine and complex surgeries.
- Administered and maintained anesthesia and confirmed proper sedation and pain management.
- Selected, prepared or used equipment, monitors or drugs for administration of anesthetics.
- Administered post-anesthesia medications or fluids to support patients' cardiovascular systems.
- Performed pre-anesthetic physical evaluations and patient interviews and documented results.
- Coordinated skilled emergency response and medical interventions to stabilize patients and treat specific symptoms.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Ph.D. - Higher Education Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2024
MSN - Certified. Registered Nurse Anesthesia
Mountain State University
Beckley, WV05.2009
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Register Nurse
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2003
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Richmond Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Richmond, VA05.1997
Skills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Nursing Assessment
- Emergency Situations
- General Anesthesia Care
- Pain Management Techniques
- Local Anesthetics
- Airway Management
- IV Administration
- Anesthetic Administration
- Evidence Collection
- Personal Grooming
- Regional Anesthesia
- Invasive line insertion and monitoring
- Critical Care Nursing
Certification
PALS March 2024
NALS March 2024
ACLS March 2024
Additional Information
Strong background in research processes, IRB submission and modification. Knowledgeable in Grant writing and submission.
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
University Of Virginia Medical Center
06.1997 - Current
Ph.D. - Higher Education Administration
Liberty University
MSN - Certified. Registered Nurse Anesthesia
Mountain State University
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Register Nurse
Virginia Commonwealth University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Richmond Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
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