Sally Sewell
Spring Hill,KS
Summary
Skilled CRNA bringing 12+ years of experience in Rural facilities managing expert anesthesia care for diverse patients. Organize materials, medications and equipment by type of procedure and specific patient requirements. Highly observant, decisive and knowledgeable about numerous inpatient and outpatient procedures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CRNA
DeMint Anesthesia Services
01.2021 - Current
- Served as a resource for nursing staff regarding anesthesia-related questions or concerns, fostering collaboration across departments.
- Stayed current with advancements in anesthesia practices through continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by managing airway devices and ensuring proper placement of intravenous lines.
- Ensured availability of necessary equipment and medications for each procedure, contributing to seamless surgical experiences for both patients and staff.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through compassionate communication pre-and postoperatively.
- Result Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and safety within the anesthesia department.
- Collaborated with surgeons to develop customized anesthesia plans tailored to individual patients'' needs.
- Improved patient care by providing anesthesia services for a variety of surgical procedures, including general, orthopedic, and obstetric cases.
- Maintained accurate medical records by documenting all aspects of anesthesia care, including preoperative assessments, intraoperative events, and postoperative followups.
- Optimized patient outcomes through effective preoperative assessments and risk evaluations.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the operating room by coordinating efforts among the surgical team members before procedures began.
- Managed postoperative pain effectively by adjusting medication dosages or utilizing alternative therapies as needed, promoting patient comfort during recovery.
- Reduced postoperative complications by administering nerve blocks and other regional anesthesia techniques.
- Provided support to patients experiencing anxiety prior to surgery by offering education and reassurance on anesthesia plans.
- Performed pre-anesthetic physical evaluations and patient interviews and documented results.
- Selected, prepared or used equipment, monitors or drugs for administration of anesthetics.
CRNA
Minimally Invasive Surgical Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2020
CRNA
Geary Anesthesia Associates
01.2012 - 03.2020
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Anesthetist
Texas Wesleyan University
Fort Worth, TX12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Mary's of The Plains College
Topeka, KS05.1991
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KS05.1986
Skills
- Preoperative Evaluation
- Ambulatory Anesthesia
- Pediatric anesthesia
- Regional anesthesia techniques
- Advanced Life Support
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Geriatric Anesthesia
- Sedation expertise
- Obstetrical anesthesia
- General anesthesia
- Airway Management
- Electronic Medical Records
- Quality Improvement
- Continuous professional development
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Pre-anesthetic evaluation
- Epidural Administration
Accomplishments
Provided education for OR and hospital with Malignant Hyperthermia and OB mock drills
Co-authored chapter in Handbook of Neonatal Intensive Care
Authored and revised policies and Protocol
Lectured for S.T.A.B.L.E Transport education
Timeline
CRNA
DeMint Anesthesia Services
01.2021 - Current
CRNA
Minimally Invasive Surgical Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2020
CRNA
Geary Anesthesia Associates
01.2012 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Nurse Anesthetist
Texas Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Mary's of The Plains College
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Washburn University of Topeka
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