Kelsey Austin
Lancaster
Summary
Energetic and detail-oriented Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with hands-on clinical experience delivering anesthesia care to diverse patient populations. Committed to upholding the highest standards of patient safety and achieving optimal outcomes in various surgical environments. Strong advocate for collaborative teamwork and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams, fostering seamless patient care and enhancing overall healthcare delivery. Eager to contribute skills in a fast-paced clinical setting to provide patients with safe and compassionate care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care RN: Medical & Surgical ICU
Lancaster General Health
07.2018 - 03.2023
- Provided quality care of patients in medical & surgical ICU, responsible for continuous monitoring, assessment, and care for critically ill patients with multiple and complex modalities
- Coordinated & collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to assess, evaluate, & implement patient care plans and interventions in a complex environment
- Recovered post-surgical patients including open heart & EP/Cath lab procedures
- Managed invasive devices: Ventilators, Impella devices, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, Left Ventricular Assist Device, ECMO, & CRRT
- Managed and maintained high risk medications, titrating based on patient condition and response to treatments
Circulating RN & Surgical Assistant: Cardiothoracic Surgical Team
Lancaster General Health
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Worked under supervision of surgeons applying knowledge of anatomy, procedures, instrumentation, technology, and sterile & aseptic techniques to facilitate surgical performance and safety of patient
- Acted as a liaison between surgeon and family during the perioperative period
- Coordinated and collaborated between interdisciplinary teams for the safe care and transport of surgical patients
Certified Surgical Technologist
05.2012 - 07.2016
- Assisted surgeon by facilitating preparation of instrumentation & supplies to ensure efficient execution of cardiovascular & thoracic procedures
- Supported surgical performance by managing sterile field, handling instrumentation, and assisting in surgical procedures
Education
DNP - Anesthesia
LaSalle University & Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia
Norristown, PA12.2025
BSN - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA06.2018
ASN - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA06.2016
AAS - Surgical Technology
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA08.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA08.2010
Skills
- Anesthesia administration
- Medication management
- Continuous professional development
- Airway management
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - 10/25
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - 10/25
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - 04/25
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - 10/25
Awards & Recognitions
Winner of the Penn Medicine Nursing Clinical Excellence Award for Lancaster General Health Perioperative Services - June 2018
Outstanding Portfolio Award for Bachelor of Nursing - June 2018
Teaching Experience
- Registered instructor for Stop the Bleed Campaign - 2017 - 2019
- Interdepartmental In-services for Emergent Sternotomy Outside of the Operating Room - 2013 - 2023
- Preceptor for Orienting Surgical Technologists, Surgical Technology Students, Student Nurses & New Critical Care RNs - 2018 - 2023
- Malignant Hyperthermia Presentation & Crisis Resource Management Simulation Lab at Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia - March 2025
- Intraoperative In-Services for Cardiothoracic Surgery - Various Dates
Timeline
Critical Care RN: Medical & Surgical ICU
Lancaster General Health
07.2018 - 03.2023
Circulating RN & Surgical Assistant: Cardiothoracic Surgical Team
Lancaster General Health
07.2016 - 07.2018
Certified Surgical Technologist
05.2012 - 07.2016
DNP - Anesthesia
LaSalle University & Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia
BSN - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
ASN - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
AAS - Surgical Technology
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Harrisburg Area Community College