Erik Gunnison
CRNA
Wynnewood,PA
Summary
Skilled CRNA bringing 10+ years of experience in military and healthcare operations. Well-trained, accurate, and capable anesthesia team member with proven nursing expertise and a solid background in effectively handling medications and monitoring patients during surgical procedures. A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a CRNA position and willing to take on added responsibilities to meet organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
United Anesthesia Services
10.2023 - Current
- Lankenau Medical Center within Main Line Health; Level-2 trauma center
- Case loads include thoracic, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), trauma, robotic-assisted procedures, gynecologic, urologic, orthopedic, vascular, neurosurgery, ear, nose, and throat (ENT), general surgeries, endoscopic procedures, and electrophysiology procedures, and cesarean sections.
- Contributed to departmental quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas for improvement and proposing solutions based on best practices in nurse anesthetist care.
- Ensured proper documentation of anesthesia-related information in patient records for accurate tracking and follow-up care.
- Increased patient satisfaction with pre-operative consultations that clearly explained the anesthesia process and addressed any concerns or questions they had.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, utilizing advanced airway management skills when required.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the perioperative setting by collaborating closely with colleagues across disciplines, leading to improved overall patient outcomes.
- Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during routine and complex surgeries.
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Various Sites
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Primary Clinical Site: 548 bed, Level-1 trauma center
- Cardiac and non-cardiac thoracic cases including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), trauma, robotic-assisted procedures, gynecologic, urologic, orthopedic, vascular, neurosurgery, ear, nose, and throat (ENT), general surgeries, and transplant cases, including kidney and liver.
- Experienced with GlideScope, fiberoptic bronchoscope, and one-lung ventilation.
- Routinely inserted central venous catheters, arterial lines and pulmonary artery catheters when indicated.
- Majority of care was for ASA III-IV class patients
- Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status, and surgical requirements.
- 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.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Four-time Magnet Designee, 10 Bed CVICU
- Provided expert patient care in recovery of open-heart surgical procedures, including Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting, valve replacement/repair, aortic dissection, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve.
- Trained new nurses on hospital policies and procedures, patient care protocols, medical procedures, and patient interventions.
- Participated in pain policy committee to discuss policies, propose revisions, and implement changes.
- Active member of unit nursing forum, ensuring unit integration into the greater hospital organizational vision.
Staff Nurse
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
07.2016 - 08.2017
- 20 Bed Medical/Surgical/Trauma ICU
- Strong communication and teamwork amongst multidisciplinary team including physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, dietary, physical/occupational/speech therapy, and social work.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
Lieutenant
US NAVY
05.2006 - 03.2012
- Division Officer, Officer in Charge, and Department Head
- Consistently ranked as number one officer amongst peers by commanding officers.
- Conducted operations in Iraq, Persian Gulf, Horn of Africa, and Southeast Asia.
- Directly responsible for units as large as 55 personnel and the attached $25 million worth of equipment and weaponry.
- Worked in cooperation with US Embassies, US Military Group staff, and Geographic Component Commander staff working with special operations and designated partners.
- Member of numerous command training teams, leading two, responsible for training crew in major capabilities and responsibilities of the command.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthetist
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA 08.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL 11.2016 - 06.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
West Hills College
Lemoore, CA 08.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 08.2002 - 05.2006
Skills
Critical Thinking
Leadership
Teamwork and Collaboration
Interpersonal Communication
Attention to Detail
Dependable and Responsible
Flexible and Adaptable
Affiliations
- American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA)
- Pennsylvania Association of Nurse Anesthetists (PANA)
Certification
Active RN Licensure: PA and NJ
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
United Anesthesia Services
10.2023 - Current
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Various Sites
06.2021 - 07.2023
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthetist
Thomas Jefferson University
08.2020 - 08.2023
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
11.2016 - 06.2017
Staff Nurse
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
07.2016 - 08.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
West Hills College
08.2014 - 05.2016
Lieutenant
US NAVY
05.2006 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The Pennsylvania State University
08.2002 - 05.2006
Active RN Licensure: PA and NJ
BLS, ACLS, PALS
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