Ralph Leggio
Baldwin
Summary
Dynamic Staff CRNA with extensive experience at North American Partners Anesthesia, specializing in multimodal analgesia and pediatric anesthesia. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective pre-surgery risk analysis and fostering teamwork. Committed to ethical practice and continuous professional development, ensuring patient confidentiality and safety in all procedures.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff CRNA
North American Partners Anesthesia
06.2010 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based practices that improved outcomes such as reduced postoperative nausea/vomiting or shortened hospital stays after surgery due to effective use of multimodal analgesia strategies.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by participating in audits, data collection, and analysis of anesthesia-related incidents.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other medical professionals to develop customized anesthesia plans for each patient.
- Upheld ethical standards throughout all aspects of practice while maintaining patient confidentiality and respecting cultural diversity.
Staff CRNA
Atlantic Anesthesia
02.1991 - 06.2010
- Educated patients on postoperative pain management strategies to facilitate faster recovery times and improved overall satisfaction with their surgical experience.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through active participation in professional development workshops, conferences, and continuing education opportunities related to anesthesia care practices.
- Prevented complications by conducting thorough pre-anesthetic assessments, obtaining informed consent, and identifying potential risks.
- Mentored junior staff members and provided guidance on best practices for anesthesia administration, emphasizing safety and efficacy.
- Implemented evidence-based practices that improved outcomes such as reduced postoperative nausea/vomiting or shortened hospital stays after surgery due to effective use of multimodal analgesia strategies.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by participating in audits, data collection, and analysis of anesthesia-related incidents.
- Maintained a high standard of care by staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in anesthesia technology and techniques.
- Upheld ethical standards throughout all aspects of practice while maintaining patient confidentiality and respecting cultural diversity.
- Performed pre-anesthetic physical evaluations and patient interviews and documented results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nurse Anesthesia
Wesley College
Dover Delaware08-1984
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY05-1976
Skills
- Pre-surgery risk analysis
- Pediatric anesthesia
- Regional anesthesia techniques
- Patient confidentiality adherence
- Electronic medical records
Timeline
Staff CRNA
North American Partners Anesthesia
06.2010 - Current
Staff CRNA
Atlantic Anesthesia
02.1991 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nurse Anesthesia
Wesley College
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Farmingdale
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