Maria Hernandez
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dedicated Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with 27+ years of healthcare experience, including 12+ years of providing anesthesia care across surgical, trauma, neuro, cardiovascular, medical, and oncology specialties. Bring a decade of charge nurse and 2+ years of captain leadership experience with proven ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage complex clinical situations and provide patient safety. Have been recognized for providing high quality and compassionate patient care, demonstrating integrity, professionalism and adaptability in dynamic environments. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continued personal development, leadership, contributions to optimal patient outcomes and teamwork.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CRNA
Moffitt Cancer Center
04.2017 - Current
- Collaborate with surgical teams to develop anesthesia care plans tailored to patient needs and optimize outcomes.
- Mentor junior and new anesthesia providers, sharing best practices and fostering professional development.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives, enhancing safety protocols within anesthesia services.
- Promote a culture of teamwork within the perioperative setting by collaborating closely with colleagues across disciplines, leading to improved overall patient outcomes.
- Contribute to departmental quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas for improvement and proposing solutions based on best practices in anesthesia care.
CRNA
TeamHealth
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Evaluate patient health histories and conduct pre-anesthetic assessments for optimal outcomes.
- 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.
Education
Master of Science - Anesthesia
University of South Florida
Tampa, FLSkills
- Managing complex airways, code responses, and crisis management in high-acuity environments
- Proficiently direct daily OR coverage, manage shift assignments, and allocate anesthesia resources to maximize efficiency
- Consistently engage in activities that support the organizations mission and goals, demonstrate determination in seeking solutions when challenges are met
- Support a culture of integrity by fostering personal responsibility, accountability and maintaining competency
Accomplishments
- Awarded Clinical Ladder IV
Department Contributions
- Anesthesia Captain
- Collaboration Committee Member
- Recruitment Collaboration
- Journal Club Contributor
Timeline
CRNA
Moffitt Cancer Center
04.2017 - Current
CRNA
TeamHealth
03.2015 - 04.2017
Master of Science - Anesthesia
University of South Florida