Heather Freitag
Scranton,ND
Summary
Experienced CRNA with 20 years in various clinical environments, proficient in administering local, IV, regional, and general anesthesia. Expert in coordinating supplies, equipment, and medications tailored to specific procedures. Strong observational and decision-making skills developed through extensive practice. Highly effective in emergency response and managing pre- and post-surgical care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Bismarck Surgical Associates
Bismarck, North Dakota
10.2021 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Southwest Healthcare Services
Bowman, North Dakota
03.2015 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
CHI St Alexius Medical Center
Dickinson, North Dakota
05.2014 - Current
CRNA
Freitag Anesthesia,PLLC
Scranton, North Dakota
03.2010 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Advanced Surgical Arts Center - Dr. D'arcy Honeycutt
Bismarck, North Dakota
09.2009 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
CHI St. Alexius Health Medical
Bismarck, North Dakota
01.2006 - 06.2020
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Anesthesia
Texas Wesleyan University
Fort Worth, TX12-2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary
Bismarck, ND05-1999
Skills
- Anesthesia administration
- Pre-anesthesia assessment
- Pain management
- Vital sign monitoring
- Anesthetic planning
- Surgical collaboration
- Patient safety initiatives
- Clinical documentation
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability to change
- Patient education
- Epidural administration
- Epidural anesthesia
- Spinal anesthesia
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Peripheral nerve blocks
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Blood transfusion
- Arterial line placement
- Ventilator management
- Pharmacology
- Regional anesthesia
- Electronic medical records
- Sedation techniques
- Continuous professional development
- Local anesthesia
- Medication management
- General anesthesia
- Post-anesthesia care
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- Preoperative evaluation
- Airway management
- Patient positioning
- Fluid management
- Detail orientation
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Obstetric anesthesia
- Professional demeanor
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- ACLS expires 7/2027
- PALS expires 7/2026
- BLS expires 6/2026
- RN/APRN expires 12/31/25 (R28179)
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Bismarck Surgical Associates
10.2021 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Southwest Healthcare Services
03.2015 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
CHI St Alexius Medical Center
05.2014 - Current
CRNA
Freitag Anesthesia,PLLC
03.2010 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Advanced Surgical Arts Center - Dr. D'arcy Honeycutt
09.2009 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
CHI St. Alexius Health Medical
01.2006 - 06.2020
Master of Science - Nurse Anesthesia
Texas Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary