Brenda Payne
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Skilled CRNA bringing 20+ years of experience in varying types of facilities managing expert care for diverse patients. Organize materials, medications and equipment by type of procedure and specific patient requirements. Highly observant, decisive and knowledgeable about numerous inpatient and outpatient procedures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Retired From Independent Contractor
09.2006 - 08.2022
- Checked on patients pre-anesthesia by inquiring about responses to drugs and surgical experiences.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in adjusting medications at every phase of caring for each individual patient.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss complex cases, offering valuable insights
- Collaborated with pharmaceutical representatives to evaluate new medications for potential incorporation into practice.
- Administered medications or fluids to support patients' cardiovascular systems.
- Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, ventilation support and other interventions to stabilize patient.
- Streamlined pre-operative assessments, ensuring timely identification of potential anesthesia risks.
- Optimized resource utilization by accurately documenting administered medications, supplies, and equipment usage for each case.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines, resulting in more consistent administration of safe and effective anesthesia care across all cases handled within the facility.
- Supported professional development of nursing staff through mentorship and provision of relevant educational resources.
- Used [Software] and [Software] to document notes and observations from each procedure.
- Assisted with smooth recoveries by administering step-down medications and fluids.
- Performed pre-anesthetic screenings by conducting physical evaluations and thorough patient interviews.
- Accounted for factors such as patient weight, sex and general body type to calculate anesthetic dosages.
- Enhanced patient comfort with effective pain management strategies and personalized care plans.
- Provided comprehensive post-anesthesia care, closely monitoring vital signs and intervening as necessary to ensure optimal recovery conditions for patients..
- Administered general, regional, and local anesthetics for multiple types of surgeries and procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing cross-contamination risks during invasive procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by accurately maintaining and updating patient records, including anesthesia consent forms, pre-and post-operative assessments, and medication administration logs.
- Coordinated skilled emergency response and medical interventions to stabilize patients and treat specific symptoms.
- Established trust with patients and families through empathetic communication and thorough education on anesthesia processes.
- Fostered a positive work environment through active collaboration with colleagues, sharing expertise to enhance team performance and patient outcomes.
- Minimized adverse drug interactions by thoroughly reviewing patient medical histories before administering anesthesia agents.
- Administered and maintained anesthesia and confirmed proper sedation and pain management.
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Improved patient safety by closely monitoring and adjusting anesthesia dosages during surgical procedures.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- worked extensively providing safe conscious sedation. Intense assessment of consciousness.
Education
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Minneapolis School of Anesthesia
Minneapolis, MNBachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Saint Mary’s School of Nursing
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Electronic Medical Records
- Patient Positioning
- Intravenous therapy
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Airway Management
- Emergency response readiness
- Care Planning
- Discharge support
- Pain Management
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Medication Management
- Intravenous therapy knowledge
- Patient Assessment
- Pharmacology
- Quality Improvement
- Care Monitoring
- Airway Management Proficiency
- Patient Assessment Expertise
- Emergency Response
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Patient Stabilization
- Pharmacology Understanding
- Safety Procedures
- Pain Management Techniques
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Staff Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Retired From Independent Contractor
09.2006 - 08.2022
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Minneapolis School of Anesthesia
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Saint Mary’s School of Nursing
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