Catherine Ambrose, CRNA
Canfield,OH
Summary
Detail oriented CRNA with strong clinical and communication skills. Numerous years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in the surgical setting. Seeking a new opportunity to provide exceptional and safe anesthesia care, in a hospital or outpatient setting. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Belpark Anesthesia
Canfield, OH
09.2024 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Avamar Gastroenterology and Center for Endoscopy
Warren, OH
06.2023 - Current
- Monitored and managed patient airways to maintain optimal levels and prevent common complications.
- Completed pre- and post-op inspections
- Worked in a fast paced environment
- Administered anesthetics for procedures and monitored effects prior, during and after surgery.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Gentile Facial Plastics and Aesthetic Laser Center
Boardman, OH
05.2023 - Current
- Monitored and managed patient airways to maintain optimal levels and prevent common complications.
- Completed pre- and post-op patient inspections.
- Administered anesthetics for surgery and monitored effects prior, during, and after surgery.
Registered Nurse
Gentile Facial Plastics & Aesthetic Laser Center
Boardman, OH
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Assess patients prior to surgery and take detailed medical history
- Prepare patients for surgery including IV insertion
- Perform as a circulator or scrub nurse
- Administer RN sedation for surgical procedures
- Monitor patients after surgery, discuss post-op care, and arrange for discharge
- Suture removal
- Train and mentor new RNs
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Cleveland, OH
01.2004 - 06.2005
- Screened and interviewed patients prior to surgery.
- Administered local, inhalational, and IV anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures in all surgical subspecialties
- Monitored and managed patient airway to maintain optimal levels and prevent complications
- Managed and performed spinal and epidural nerve blocks
- Monitored anesthesia effects for patients of all ASA categories during and after surgery
Registered Nurse, ICU
MetroHealth Medical Center
Cleveland, OH
07.1999 - 09.2003
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Provided high quality nursing care to critically ill surgical patients, including trauma
- Managed life supporting equipment, and administered appropriate IV fluids and medications
- Assisted physicians with procedures
- Transported critically ill patients to tests and procedures
- Assisted with Codes and Trauma Resuscitation
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Anesthesia
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH12.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH05.1999
High School Diploma -
Strongsville High School
Strongsville, OH06.1994
Skills
- General Anesthesia & MAC
- Airway Management
- Medical History Assessment
- Thorough Physical Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Advocate
- Effective Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Accurate Documentation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Adept at Prioritizing
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Strong Medical Ethic
Certifications
- CRNA Certification #70935 Exp 1/31/2028
- Ohio RN License #284779 Exp 10/31/27
- Ohio APRN License #APRN.CRNA.0020781 Exp 10/31/27
- BLS & ACLS Certifications Exp 07/28
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Belpark Anesthesia
09.2024 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Avamar Gastroenterology and Center for Endoscopy
06.2023 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Gentile Facial Plastics and Aesthetic Laser Center
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Gentile Facial Plastics & Aesthetic Laser Center
01.2020 - 05.2023
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
01.2004 - 06.2005
Registered Nurse, ICU
MetroHealth Medical Center
07.1999 - 09.2003
High School Diploma -
Strongsville High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Case Western Reserve University
Master of Science - Nurse Anesthesia
Case Western Reserve University