Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Community Involvement
Scholastic Recognition
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Samantha Russell, MSN, CRNA

Samantha Russell, MSN, CRNA

Anesthesiology
Pleasanton,CA

Summary

Dynamic Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with extensive experience at The Permanente Medical Group, excelling in anesthesia administration and crisis management. Proven ability to enhance patient safety and outcomes through innovative techniques and team collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement and ethical practice in high-pressure environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
6
6

Certifications

7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

The Permanente Medical Group
San Leandro, CA
01.2015 - Current
  • Provided tailored anesthesia care across multiple medical specialties including vascular, orthopedic, ENT, gynecology, urology, gastroenterology, general surgery, podiatry, interventional radiology, and occasional pediatrics.
  • Provided preceptorship for SMU nurse anesthesia doctoral candidates.
  • Served on the consult team for high risk OB patients.

Staff Nurse IV Med/Surg/Trauma ICU (E2)

Stanford Hospital & Clinics
Palo Alto, CA
03.2008 - 07.2012
  • Managed critically ill patients requiring vasopressor therapy, ventilator management, CRRT, invasive monitoring devices, and often requiring off-unit trips to CT/MRI.
  • Served on Retention Committee, facilitated onboarding and training for new staff, and served as a Cor-Trak superuser to enhance operational expertise.
  • Engaged in Journal Club to maintain knowledge of Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines.

Per Diem Staff Nurse Burn Unit

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
02.2010 - 11.2010
  • Oversaw care of critically ill burn patients.
  • Conducted fluid resuscitation, and managed pain control.
  • Provided wound care, prevented infections, and collaborated with a multidisciplinary team.

Alfentanil Research Study Infusion Nurse

Stanford University Department of Anesthesia
10.2008 - 02.2010
  • Was involved in carrying out a study examining the inheritability of the effects of narcotics, a double-blind study involving heterozygous twins and alfentanil

Staff Nurse III, Cardiac ICU

John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
07.2006 - 03.2008
  • Managed critically ill cardiac patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications like vasopressors and anticoagulants, and managing post-operative recovery after surgeries such as bypass or valve replacement.

VA Learning Opportunity Recruitment Program Participant/Employee

VA Northern California Healthcare System
Martinez, CA
06.2005 - 05.2006
  • Participated in a recruitment program for outstanding nursing students by working under the supervision of RNs.

Nursing Assistant Med/Surg/Trauma ICU(E2)

Stanford Hospital & Clinics
03.2004 - 05.2005
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and chairs.

Education

MSN - Nurse Anesthesia

Samuel Merritt University
Oakland, CA
08.2012 - 12.2014

BSN - Nursing

CSU East Bay
Hayward
08.2003 - 03.2006

AA - Liberal Studies

Las Positas College
Livermore, CA
08.2001 - 05.2003

Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley
09.2000 - 05.2001

Skills

  • Anesthesia administration
  • Airway management
  • Invasive line placement
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Team collaboration
  • Staff training
  • Crisis management
  • Continuous improvement
  • Professionalism
  • Ethical practice
  • Environmental Awareness in the OR
  • Using data to improve patient outcomes

Affiliations

  • American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
  • California Association of Nurse Anesthetists
  • American Association of Critical Care Nurses

Community Involvement

  • Kids Against Hunger, Food Packer Volunteer, 2025
  • Merit Badge Counselor, Troop 948 of Pleasanton, Swimming, First Aid, Dog Care, 2025
  • Noon Supervisor (aka Yard Duty) Walnut Grove Elementary School, Pleasanton 2022-2024
  • Den Leader, Cub Scouts Pack 910, Pleasanton 2017-2022
  • Girl Scout Parent Volunteer 2021- present
  • Poll-worker 2004, 2008 & 2012 California Primary Elections
  • Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity (Redwood City Build Site), 2008
  • Participant, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Out of the Darkness Walks, 2007-present
  • Flu Shot Clinic Volunteer (free to senior citizens at the Senior Center in Alameda, CA), 2004-2006
  • Caravana Mexicana, Fremont CA, aid/relief group organizer, participant, & volunteer 1997-1999

Scholastic Recognition

  • Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing, member
  • Golden Key International Honour Society, member
  • National Scholars Honor Society, member
  • Recipient, Nu-Xi-At Large Chapter Scholarship, 2005

Accomplishments

2023 Notable Nurse Award, CSU East Bay on their 50th anniversary of their BSN Program

2019 Spark Plug Award, Twin Valley District Dinner

Certification

  • California RN # 679586
  • California Nurse Anesthetist # 95000255
  • California Public Health Nurse # 70454
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • BLS

Timeline

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

The Permanente Medical Group
01.2015 - Current

MSN - Nurse Anesthesia

Samuel Merritt University
08.2012 - 12.2014

Per Diem Staff Nurse Burn Unit

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
02.2010 - 11.2010

Alfentanil Research Study Infusion Nurse

Stanford University Department of Anesthesia
10.2008 - 02.2010

Staff Nurse IV Med/Surg/Trauma ICU (E2)

Stanford Hospital & Clinics
03.2008 - 07.2012

Staff Nurse III, Cardiac ICU

John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
07.2006 - 03.2008

VA Learning Opportunity Recruitment Program Participant/Employee

VA Northern California Healthcare System
06.2005 - 05.2006

Nursing Assistant Med/Surg/Trauma ICU(E2)

Stanford Hospital & Clinics
03.2004 - 05.2005

BSN - Nursing

CSU East Bay
08.2003 - 03.2006

AA - Liberal Studies

Las Positas College
08.2001 - 05.2003

Mount Holyoke College
09.2000 - 05.2001

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