Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with extensive experience in cardiac, obstetric, pediatric, geriatric and trauma anesthesia. Skilled in managing complex cases, ensuring patient safety, and providing high-quality care. Demonstrates proficiency in critical thinking and problem-solving in high-stress environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Promedica Toledo Hospital
Toledo, OH
10.2014 - Current
Administered anesthesia across diverse surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Collaborated with surgical teams to develop tailored anesthesia plans for complex cases.
Monitored vital signs during procedures, adjusting anesthesia levels as necessary for optimal outcomes.
Educated patients and families on anesthesia processes, alleviating concerns and enhancing satisfaction.
Implemented evidence-based practices to improve anesthesia delivery and patient outcomes.
Trained and mentored junior staff in advanced anesthetic techniques and protocols.
Administered and maintained anesthesia and confirmed proper sedation and pain management.
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.
Stayed up-to-date on emerging anesthesia techniques and technologies, applying best practices to enhance patient care quality.
Optimized resource utilization by accurately documenting administered medications, supplies, and equipment usage for each case.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Promedica Toledo Hospital
Toledo, OH
06.2008 - 01.2012
Administered critical care treatments and medications in accordance with established protocols.
Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and responding promptly to emergencies.
Conducted regular assessments of patients' conditions, ensuring timely adjustments to treatment plans.
Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Promedica Toledo Hospital
Toledo, OH
08.1998 - 06.2008
Administered emergency care to patients with acute medical conditions and injuries.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
Mentored junior nurses on best practices in emergency response and patient assessment.
Implemented trauma protocols to enhance care delivery during critical incidents.
Conducted thorough assessments to identify urgent medical needs and prioritize interventions.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Akron
Akron, OH
08-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lourdes College
Sylvania, OH
12-2004
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH
12-1995
GED -
Penta County Jvs
Perrysburg, OH
06-1991
Skills
Member of call team in a level 1 trauma center
Obstetric anesthesia, placement of epidurals and spinals
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