ILEANA IZQUIERDO
Long Beach
Summary
Accomplished Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with a proven track record at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, showcasing strong clinical judgment and exceptional patient advocacy. Expert in regional anesthesia, with over 2,000 clinical hours. Renowned for bilingual communication skills and a professional bedside manner, ensuring high-quality patient care and safety.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
City of Hope
06.2023 - Current
- Managed emergency situations effectively, utilizing advanced airway management skills when required.
- 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.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
- Accounted for factors such as patient weight, sex and general body type to calculate anesthetic dosages.
- 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.
- Assisted with smooth recoveries by administering step-down medications and fluids.
- Performed pre-anesthetic physical evaluations and patient interviews and documented results.
- Selected, prepared or used equipment, monitors or drugs for administration of anesthetics.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Hospital La Concepcion
- Acquired knowledge and skills that allowed the performance of quality anesthesia care
- Gained communication, attitudes, and interpersonal relationship skill which facilitates the intervention with the patient, the family and the health team
- Expanded in the nursing process, problem solving, and decision-making in the practice of nursing anesthesia
- Completed more than 2,000 clinical hours and over 800 cases including, general, regional and/or MAC anesthesia for the following, but not limited to, types of cases: pain management, orthopedics, OB-GYN, plastics, GI, ENT, urologic, thoracic, neuro and pediatric cases, as required by the Council of Accreditation
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Mayaguez Medical Center
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Acquired knowledge and skills that allowed the performance of quality anesthesia care
- Gained communication, attitudes, and interpersonal relationship skill which facilitates the intervention with the patient, the family and the health team
- Expanded in the nursing process, problem solving, and decision-making in the practice of nursing anesthesia
- Completed more than 2,000 clinical hours and over 800 cases including, general, regional and/or MAC anesthesia for the following, but not limited to, types of cases: pain management, orthopedics, OB-GYN, plastics, GI, ENT, urologic, thoracic, neuro and pediatric cases, as required by the Council of Accreditation
Registered Nurse, NICU
White Memorial Medical Center
03.2010 - 05.2016
- Worked in a level III neonatal intensive care unit as a skilled member of the nursing team providing excellent care to neonates and their families through assessment, continuation of alteration of treatment and evaluation of care
- Skilled at operating, setting up, and monitoring medical equipment for use in the NICU, such as ventilators, pacemakers, cardiac monitors, ultrasound equipment, therapeutic hypothermia, and more
- Ability to stay calm in emergency situations and make sound decisions even when a patient is in a life-threatening situation
- Dedicated to provide compassion to parents and patients, and helping them feel more comfortable during their time in the NICU
- Excellent ability to work with a team environment, which is a necessity in any type of provider setting
Registered Nurse, NICU
Saint Joseph Medical Center
01.2013 - 10.2015
- Worked in a level III neonatal intensive care unit as a skilled member of the nursing team providing excellent care to neonates and their families through assessment, continuation of alteration of treatment and evaluation of care
Education
Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice, 08/2024 -
Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia
Nashville, TNAcute Surgical Pain Management Fellowship, 08/2024 -
Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia
Nashville, TNMasters of Science in Anesthesia, 08/2016-12/2019 -
Inter-American University of Puerto Rico
Arecibo, PRBachelors of Science in Nursing, 08/2007-05/2010 -
Antillean Adventist University
Mayaguez, PRBachelors of Science in Biology, 08/2003-05/2007 -
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CTSkills
- Regional Anesthesia Fellow
- Strong clinical judgement
- Patient advocacy
- Professionalism and Integrity
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Bilingual Spanish/English
- Pain Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- NBCRNA (Cert.# 124749) - Expires July, 2028California
- APRN License (License # 95001435) - Expires September, 2026
- RN (License # 792938) - Expires September, 2026
- NPI Number: 1922626167
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (CPR & AED)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Hospital Fire and Life Safety Training
Memberships and Associations
American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, 2016 - Present
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, 2023 - Present
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
City of Hope
06.2023 - Current
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
01.2021 - 05.2023
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Mayaguez Medical Center
01.2017 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse, NICU
Saint Joseph Medical Center
01.2013 - 10.2015
Registered Nurse, NICU
White Memorial Medical Center
03.2010 - 05.2016
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Hospital La Concepcion
Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice, 08/2024 -
Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia
Acute Surgical Pain Management Fellowship, 08/2024 -
Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia
Masters of Science in Anesthesia, 08/2016-12/2019 -
Inter-American University of Puerto Rico
Bachelors of Science in Nursing, 08/2007-05/2010 -
Antillean Adventist University
Bachelors of Science in Biology, 08/2003-05/2007 -
Southern Connecticut State University