Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with proven skills in anesthesia administration, airway management, and emergency response. Committed to patient safety and collaboration, delivering individualized care and effective monitoring during surgical procedures.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Kansas City VA Medical Center
Kansas City, MO
03.2016 - 12.2025
Administered anesthesia and monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures.
Collaborated with surgical teams to develop individualized anesthesia care plans.
Conducted pre-anesthetic assessments to evaluate patient histories and health conditions.
Educated patients about anesthesia processes, addressing concerns and ensuring understanding.
Managed post-anesthesia recovery, providing essential support and monitoring for complications.
Effectively managed the induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of anesthesia while closely monitoring patient responsiveness to ensure optimal results.
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.
Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and sterility in the anesthesia work area, preventing infection risks.
Conducted thorough pre-anesthetic assessments, ensuring patients were suitable candidates for anesthesia administration.
Assisted with smooth recoveries by administering step-down medications and fluids.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Liberty Hospital
Liberty, MO
09.1997 - 03.2016
Provided anesthesia services including general and sedation in the main OR and GI suites and other areas as needed
Education
Master of Science - With An Emphasis in Nurse Anesthesia
Mount Marty College
Yankton, SD
08-1997
Skills
Anesthesia administration
Oxygen therapy
Regional anesthesia
Ventilator management
Pre-anesthetic evaluation
Anesthetic administration
Emergency response
Medication management
Patient positioning
Continuous professional development
General anesthesia
Monitoring vital signs
Airway management
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Kansas City VA Medical Center
03.2016 - 12.2025
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Liberty Hospital
09.1997 - 03.2016
Master of Science - With An Emphasis in Nurse Anesthesia