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Connie Woodward

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Conscientious, detail-oriented CRNA with decades of pediatric and adult experience in outpatient and hospital settings would like to continue rewarding career in new hometown. Flexible availability interested in a new challenge and becoming part of a team motivated to provide excellent patient care.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff CRNA

Children's Of Alabama
11.1997 - 08.2020
  • Conducted project to track and provide feedback of controlled substance documentation errors that resulted in Children's South Surgery Anesthesia department having fewest in hospital
  • Documented comprehensive patient health history with chart review and pre op interview, obtained anesthesia consent and performed pre-anesthetic physical assessment
  • Prepared operating room with equipment, supplies and medications appropriate for patient age, weight and procedure
  • Developed anesthesia care plan in collaboration with anesthesiologist and surgeon
  • Induction and maintenance of general anesthesia with vigilant monitoring and keeping attending anesthesiologist updated
  • Accurate documentation in EMR
  • Skilled airway management during emergence with avoidance and prompt intervention of emergencies such as laryngospasm
  • Safe transfer of care to post anesthesia care unit and assisting PACU RN to stabilize patient
  • Evaluating patients post op for anesthesia complications and assisting RN with interventions and determining discharge criteria have been met
  • Efficient and safe turnover between cases to maximize OR productivity and minimize patient NPO time
  • High volume surgery center 6 operating rooms more than 50 cases daily routinely
  • Successful as member of surgical team respectful toward doctors, nurses, technicians and support staff
  • Participated as member of committee of anesthesia providers to determine content in software during transition to EMR

Weekend Staff CRNA

Huntsville Hospital
02.2008 - 07.2015
  • Provided anesthesia in Level 1 trauma center for emergencies and scheduled cases for adults and children ASA classes 1-5
  • Participated in wide range of cases including endoscopy, vascular, orthopedic, neuro, GYN, GU and general surgery
  • Adaptable in high acuity setting using advanced equipment
  • Supported other CRNA's by participating in cases as partner where more than one anesthesia provider could provide better patient care
  • Collaborative teamwork with other anesthesia providers to cover busy schedule while accommodating emergencies
  • Performed emergency intubations throughout hospital

PRN CRNA

University Of Alabama At Birmingham Medical West
08.2006 - 12.2011
  • Provided afternoon and evening relief coverage in adult OR weekly
  • Provided anesthesia for OB, GYN, GU, orthopedic and general surgery as part of anesthesia team
  • Made post operative rounds throughout hospital to document and report anesthesia complications
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL

Bachelor of Science - Nurse Anesthesia

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL

Skills

  • Airway management
  • Conscious sedation
  • Adaptability
  • Dependability
  • Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Cooperative and respectful team member
  • Compassionate care

Affiliations

AANA #37223 membership January 1985-present



Certification

NC Board of Nursing license #359771, Expiration July 2025

NCBON CRNA recognition #7242, Expiration July 2027

ACLS Provider, Expiration May 2025

PALS Provider, Expiration June 2025

Hobbies

Exploring Charlotte

Attending concerts

Planning gatherings for extended family

Planning events for women's group

Riding E-bike

Pickleball

Walking my dogs

Taking care of young grandsons

Remodeling an old house

Adventure travel

Volunteering

American Red Cross Charlotte Metro Chapter Blood Donar Ambassador

Timeline

Weekend Staff CRNA

Huntsville Hospital
02.2008 - 07.2015

PRN CRNA

University Of Alabama At Birmingham Medical West
08.2006 - 12.2011

Staff CRNA

Children's Of Alabama
11.1997 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Alabama At Birmingham

Bachelor of Science - Nurse Anesthesia

University of Alabama At Birmingham

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