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Karen Smith

Washington Crossing,PA

Summary

Dynamic Staff CRNA with extensive experience at Jefferson Northeast Physician Services, excelling in anesthesia administration and emergency response. Proven ability to monitor patients effectively and advocate for their needs, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Skilled in airway management and interdisciplinary collaboration, committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff CRNA

Jefferson Northeast Physician services
Philadelphia, PA
07.2001 - Current
  • Provided anesthesia care to patients in a variety of settings, such as operating rooms, labor and endoscopy units and ambulatory surgery centers.
  • Performed airway management techniques, including intubation and extubation.
  • Monitored patients' responses to anesthesia throughout surgical procedures by taking into account age-specific physiological changes.
  • Served as clinical preceptor for nurse anesthetist students from accredited CRNA programs.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.

RN, ICU

Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson
Philadelphia, PA
06.1995 - 01.2000
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Nurse Anesthesia

Hahnemann University Hospital CAHS
Philadelphia, PA
06-2001

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Thomas Jefferson University CAHS
Philadelphia, PA
06-1995

Skills

  • Anesthesia administration
  • Patient monitoring
  • Airway management
  • Emergency response
  • Patient assessment
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Preoperative evaluation
  • Trauma anesthesia proficiency
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Pre-anesthetic evaluation
  • Arterial line placement
  • Patient positioning
  • Medication management
  • Regional anesthesia
  • Fluid management
  • Pharmacology
  • Sedation techniques
  • Critical care
  • Patient advocacy

Certification

  • RN Licensure 1996
  • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist 2021
  • BCLS ACLS PALS certified

Timeline

Staff CRNA

Jefferson Northeast Physician services
07.2001 - Current

RN, ICU

Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson
06.1995 - 01.2000

Master of Science - Nurse Anesthesia

Hahnemann University Hospital CAHS

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Thomas Jefferson University CAHS

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