Ophelia Obeng, CRNA
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
York,PA
22
years of professional experience
Highly motivated, adaptable, and skilled CRNA.Experienced with managing anesthesia in complex surgical cases, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Utilizes advanced clinical skills to adapt to rapidly changing situations in the the operating room. Track record of fostering teamwork and maintaining calm under pressure, contributing to successful patient outcomes.
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
2 Years 1 Month- Administered anesthesia protocols in various surgical settings, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop tailored anesthesia care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during procedures, adjusting anesthetic levels as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients on anesthesia processes, addressing concerns to enhance comfort and cooperation prior to surgery.
REGISTERED NURSE | HEART & VASCULAR ICU
7 Years- Facilitate admittance of sedated and ventilated patients during the immediate cardiothoracic and vascular post-operative period while conducting a thorough assessment and implementation of nursing diagnoses, care plan and treatment.
- Provide critical care to patients with acute MI, cardiogenic shock and complex heart and or multi-system organ failure.
- Knowledgeably manage patients who have undergone open heart surgery, mechanical circulatory support and cardiac transplant.
- Hershey, PA
- Level 1 Trauma and Magnet Organization | 40-bed unit
REGISTERED NURSE | INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
1 Year- Delivered immediate acute care for patients post-operative complicated GI, oncology and bariatric surgeries as well as critical conditions such as septic shock, multi-organ failure and pneumonia.
- Supported physicians at the bedside using conscious sedation and continuous monitoring for paracentesis, thoracentesis, EGD, central line insertions and emergent intubation.
- Active member of the safety and quality committee involved in research and implementation of various quality improvement bundles to decrease CAUTI, CRBSI and pressure ulcers.
- Served as supportive preceptor for newly hired nurses.
- Fairfax, VA
- Magnet Designated and Beacon Award Recipient | 12-bed unit
REGISTERED NURSE | CRITICAL CARE UNITS
1 Year 4 Months- Managed 1-2 high acuity hemodynamically unstable patients with acute respiratory issues, sepsis, post tPA and brain herniation.
- Quickly recognized rapid changes in patients’ conditions and provided life-saving measures in accordance to ACLS protocol.
- Collaborated with physician to develop a safe plan of care while reporting changes in patient condition or status.
- Memphis, TN
- Medical, Surgical and Neurologic ICU | Level II Trauma Center, 48-beds
REGISTERED NURSE | POSTSURGICAL UNIT
1 Year- Facilitated the recovery of post-surgical patients through knowledgeable medication administration and supportive care through the nursing process.
- Patient population included orthopedic patients, post gastric, pancreatic, bariatric and oncology surgeries.
- Developed and maintained consistent cultural competency and diversity awareness to provide excellent patient centered care.
- Germantown, TN
REGISTERED NURSE | NEUROSURGERY
3 Years 11 Months- Provided post-operative care to patients who have undergone craniotomy and spine surgeries.
- Closely monitored patients with neurological diseases or damage of the nervous system utilizing external ventricular drains.
- Educated patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Memphis, TN
REGISTERED NURSE | MEDICAL SURGICAL
2 Years 1 Month- Cared for up to five chronic diabetic, hypertensive, and gastric patients per shift in busy medical-surgical unit, ensuring comprehensive patient management.
- Provided wound care using sterile and clean techniques to promote optimal healing and prevent infection.
- Counseled patients on health maintenance and disease management of hypertension, enhancing their understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Leesburg, VA
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
3 Years 6 Months- Selected correct medication and filled prescriptions for pharmacist's final inspection, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Facilitated pharmacy workflow by answering phone calls, assisting patients with refills, and directing medication-related questions to pharmacist, enhancing patient support.
- Falls Church, VA
Education
Doctorate - Nurse Practice Anesthesia
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
GPA: Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Skills
Anesthesia management
Airway management
Ventilator management
Anesthetic administration
Post-anesthesia care
Pre-anesthetic evaluation
Emergency response
Obstetric anesthesia
Critical thinker
Problem-solving
Affiliations
- Member, American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology
- Member, Diversity in Nurse Anesthesia Mentorship Program
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
NAPA
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
REGISTERED NURSE | HEART & VASCULAR ICU
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
09.2019 - CurrentRead More
REGISTERED NURSE | INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2019Read More
REGISTERED NURSE | CRITICAL CARE UNITS
St. Francis Hospital
02.2017 - 06.2018Read More
REGISTERED NURSE | POSTSURGICAL UNIT
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2017Read More
REGISTERED NURSE | NEUROSURGERY
Baptist Memorial Hospital
09.2011 - 08.2015Read More
REGISTERED NURSE | MEDICAL SURGICAL
Inova Loudoun Hospital
07.2009 - 08.2011Read More
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
Kaiser Permanente
01.2005 - 07.2008Read More
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science from Biochemistry
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Marymount University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Johns Hopkins University
Doctorate from Nurse Practice Anesthesia
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