Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with over 15 years of experience in hospital and critical care settings. Expertise in patient assessment, medication management, and treatment administration, ensuring high standards of care. Proficient in managing large patient volumes while maintaining accurate documentation and confidentiality. Strong computer skills enhance efficiency in record maintenance and care planning.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center
2011 - Current
Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients'' medical histories, allergies, and other factors that could impact anesthesia administration.
Promoted a culture of teamwork within the perioperative setting by collaborating closely with colleagues across disciplines, leading to improved overall patient outcomes.
Accounted for factors such as patient weight, sex and general body type to calculate anesthetic dosages.
Coordinated skilled emergency response and medical interventions to stabilize patients and treat specific symptoms.
Effectively managed the induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of anesthesia while closely monitoring patient responsiveness to ensure optimal results.
Improved patient safety by meticulously monitoring anesthesia levels and vital signs during surgical procedures.
Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during routine and complex surgeries.
Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and sterility in the anesthesia work area, preventing infection risks.
Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other medical professionals to develop comprehensive anesthesia plans for each patient.
Conducted thorough pre-anesthetic assessments, ensuring patients were suitable candidates for anesthesia administration.
Ensured proper documentation of anesthesia-related information in patient records for accurate tracking and follow-up care.
Selected, prepared or used equipment, monitors or drugs for administration of anesthetics.
Effectively managed the induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of anesthesia while closely monitoring patient responsiveness to ensure optimal results.
Administered and maintained anesthesia and confirmed proper sedation and pain management.
Improved patient safety by meticulously monitoring anesthesia levels and vital signs during surgical procedures.
Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during routine and complex surgeries.
Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and sterility in the anesthesia work area, preventing infection risks.
Minimized risk of complications by adhering to evidence-based practices in the administration of general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care techniques.
Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other medical professionals to develop comprehensive anesthesia plans for each patient.
Conducted thorough pre-anesthetic assessments, ensuring patients were suitable candidates for anesthesia administration.
Participated in hospital committees focused on improving patient care protocols and advocating for the role of nurse anesthetists within the healthcare system.
Ensured proper documentation of anesthesia-related information in patient records for accurate tracking and follow-up care.
Supported successful surgical outcomes through timely communication with the surgical team about any changes in patient status or potential issues during procedures.
Performed pre-anesthetic physical evaluations and patient interviews and documented results.
Selected, prepared or used equipment, monitors or drugs for administration of anesthetics.