Jason Barker
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Newly graduated Registered Nurse seeking an ER Residency position. Brings 18 years of hands-on experience in acute care settings as an Anesthesia Technician and Emergency Medical Technician, supporting trauma, critical care, and emergency interventions. Strong foundation in rapid patient assessment, airway management, resuscitation support, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Known for maintaining composure in high-acuity, fast-paced environments and eager to transition extensive acute care experience into bedside emergency nursing practice.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Anesthesia Technician (Per Diem)
North Vista Hospital
North Las Vegas, NV
11.2022 - 03.2025
- Assisted with induction, intubation, and extubation, including rapid sequence induction (RSI)
- Maintained strict infection control and aseptic techniques in compliance with hospital policies
- Assisted in the insertion of invasive lines (arterial, central venous) and regional anesthesia blocks
Lead Anesthesia Technician, Instructor Anesthesia Technology Program
Department of the Air Force (David Grant Medical Center)
Travis AFB, CA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Assist Anesthesia Providers with minimally invasive monitoring of patients during surgery
- Manage the order and proper stock distribution of anesthesia supplies
- Trained Air Force nurses & surgical techs on basic duties of anesthesia technology for deployments
- Trained surgical staff to use, troubleshoot, and calibrate various anesthesia machines and equipment
Certified Anesthesia Technician
Comprehensive Care Services (HCA Hospitals)
Las Vegas, NV
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Assist Anesthesia Providers with minimally invasive monitoring of patients during surgery
- Facilitate invasive monitoring to include: Vigeleo-Flo Trac, Somanetic Cerebral Oximetry, Swan-Ganz monitoring for Heart Surgery
- Maintained anesthesia equipment, performing routine inspections and troubleshooting technical issues promptly
- Operated anesthesia delivery systems, ensuring safety and functionality during surgical procedures
- Contracted Anesthesia Technology work for Sunrise Hospital, MountainView Hospital, and Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas
Emergency Medical Technician
Las Vegas Sands Corporation
Las Vegas, NV
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Enact Basic Life Support protocols (CPR, AED, airway and bleeding control) in high-stress, pre-hospital environment
- Ensure provision of initial medical care to sick or injured individuals and facilitate ongoing care
- Document all patient interventions, assessments, and care, ensuring 100% HIPAA compliance and company protocols
Certified Anesthesia Technician/Auto-transfusion Tech
Specialty Care (UMC/UHS Hospitals, & Nellis AFB)
Las Vegas, NV
04.2009 - 12.2016
- Operate at a Level 1 Trauma and Burn care surgical facility
- Set up and operate Cell Saver/Rapid Infuser for cases that may lead to significant blood loss
- Assisted anesthesiologists in patient preparation and monitoring throughout surgical interventions.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to streamline workflows, improving patient care outcomes during operations.
- Contract Anesthesia Tech for Valley Health Hospitals, University Medical Center, and Mike O'Callahan Federal Hospital at Nellis Air Force Base throughout Las Vegas
Aviation Resource Manager / Medical Technician (4N071)
United States Air Force Reserve
March Air Base, CA
07.2006 - 07.2012
- Flight Scheduling & Operations: Managed airspace scheduling, directly contributing to mission flying hours
- Supervised area-based security for residents and equipment on installation during deployment
- Clinical Care: Patient assessment, obtaining vital signs, and administering medications
- Provided acute hospital, field, pre- and in-flight patient care in contingency operations and natural disasters
Human Resource/Ammunition Specialist
United States Army
Fort Irwin, CA
12.2002 - 07.2006
- Managed and tracked bi-annual staff evaluations, training schedules, and education
- Supervised distribution and inventory of ammunition, weapons, explosives, and equipment
- Conducted Opposition Force (OPFOR) simulated training against visiting units for pre-deployment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
Las Vegas, NV08-2025
Emergency Medical Technician Program - undefined
College of Southern Nevada
Henderson, NV06-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05-2013
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resource Management
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL02-2011
Certified Anesthesia Technician - undefined
American Society of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists (ASATT)
Oak Creek, WI02-2011
Skills
- 18 years’ experience in Emergency Management, Critical/Acute Care, and Perioperative Care
- Knowledgeable in Medical Terminology, Anatomy/Physiology, and Pharmacology
- Experience with General anesthesia, Airway management, Patient monitoring, Patient positioning, Vital signs assessment, Intravenous access, Fluid management, Sterile technique, and Postoperative care
- Introductory experience with Electronic Health Records Systems: Cerner, MediTech, and Epic
- Knowledgeable of Microsoft products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- Culturally competent and internationally traveled leader
- Able to lead others in high-demand situations
- Able to coordinate several tasks simultaneously in high-stress environments
- Able to work independently with very little to no supervision
- Current Secret Security Clearance by the US Government
Certification
- Registered Nurse: Nevada State Board of Nursing, License #894587 expires 03/24/2027
- Certified Anesthesia Technologist: ASATT, Certificate #512755 expires 12/31/2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified by the American Heart Association
Timeline
Certified Anesthesia Technician (Per Diem)
North Vista Hospital
11.2022 - 03.2025
Lead Anesthesia Technician, Instructor Anesthesia Technology Program
Department of the Air Force (David Grant Medical Center)
01.2021 - 05.2022
Certified Anesthesia Technician
Comprehensive Care Services (HCA Hospitals)
04.2019 - 01.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
Las Vegas Sands Corporation
01.2017 - 01.2019
Certified Anesthesia Technician/Auto-transfusion Tech
Specialty Care (UMC/UHS Hospitals, & Nellis AFB)
04.2009 - 12.2016
Aviation Resource Manager / Medical Technician (4N071)
United States Air Force Reserve
07.2006 - 07.2012
Human Resource/Ammunition Specialist
United States Army
12.2002 - 07.2006
Emergency Medical Technician Program - undefined
College of Southern Nevada
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resource Management
Community College of the Air Force
Certified Anesthesia Technician - undefined
American Society of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists (ASATT)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing