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Candidate Info
4
years in workforce
4
years at this job
BA
Nursing
MA
Master of Arts
Nurse Anesthetist ( Residency )
Examined patients, obtain medical history and order diagnostic tests to determine risks during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures.
- Administered anesthesia during medical procedures and surgical operations.
- Monitored patients pre-operatively, intra-operatively, and post-operatively and appropriately treated adverse reactions and complications.
- Recorded type and amount of anesthesia and medications administered and the patients condition throughout the procedure.
- Provided and maintained life support for the critically ill and the trauma patient.
Candidate Info
8
years in workforce
2
years at this job
AS
Applied Science
BS
Nursing
MS
Nurse Anesthesia
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Worked independently in office based and same day surgical centers
- Provided anesthesia to mostly adult patients undergoing elective surgical procedures
- Performed pre-anesthetic screenings, including physical evaluations and patient interviews
- Worked in collaboration with surgeons in selecting the safest anesthetic for each individual patient
- Delivered, monitored, and prescribed anesthesia safely to patients throughout the perioperative experience
- Evaluated patients' post-surgical response and took appropriate corrective actions if complications occurred
- Discharged patients to home once discharge criteria were met
Candidate Info
10
years in workforce
6
years at this job
AS
Nursing
MS
Master of Science
MA
Crnas Regarding Music
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Executed over 907 cases, representing 1,200 anesthesia hours and 3,200 clinical hours. Over 90% of the cases have been Class II or higher
- Performed anesthesia cases in trauma, pediatrics, cardiovascular, neurological and obstetrical at a 351 bed Level 2 Trauma Center
- In association, at Hamot Surgery Center, Erie, PA, attained clinical experience in a same-day-surgery setting
- In association, at Fairview General Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Health Systems, Cleveland, OH, completed a six week on-call rotation providing enhanced obstetrical experience to include high-risk pregnancy epidural/spinal administration and C-sections
- In association, at Warren General Hospital, Warren, PA, performed a six week clinical rotation in an under-served rural anesthesia practice
- In association, at Punxsutawney Area Hospital, Punxsutawney, PA, performed a four week clinical rotation including experience in hands-on regional anesthesia techniques and management within a small community hospital
Candidate Info
8
years in workforce
4
years at this job
BS
Exercise Science
BS
Nursing
MS
Nursing
Nurse Anesthetist
Provided mac, general or neuraxial anesthesia to adult patients undergoing the following surgeries: general, neurosurgical, thoracic, urologic, vascular, gynecologic, ear, nose and throat, and bariatric
- Anesthetized patients in the endoscopy and interventional radiology suite and cardiac catheterization lab
- Administered general anesthesia to pediatric patients undergoing dental procedures during rotations at Mercy Hospital of Philadelphia
- Conducted both pre-operative and post-operative assessments
- Performed emergency intubations outside of the operating room
Candidate Info
10
years in workforce
9
years at this job
HS
High School Diploma
HS
High School Diploma
Chief Nurse Anesthetist
Supervised staff and ensure safe and efficient delivery of anesthesia.
- Trained, selected and evaluated staff.
- Consulted with department director concerning recruitment, retention, work environment and client complaints.
- Prepared work, on-call, and time-off schedules.
Candidate Info
15
years in workforce
3
years at this job
AS
Science
BS
Nursing
MS
Nurse Anesthesia
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Participated in pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation
- Formulated a patient-specific plan for anesthesia care in collaboration with Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist or Anesthesiologist
- Implemented, monitored and adjusted patient's physiologic condition as appropriate for type of anesthesia and patient's specific needs
- Transferred the responsibility of care of the patient to other qualified providers post-operatively to assure continuity of care and patient safety
Candidate Info
5
years in workforce
5
years at this job
BS
Biology
MA
Biology
Education
Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Checked anesthesia machine and monitoring equipment,
- Started and administered the anesthetic technique which may have included; general, regional, and local sedation during surgical procedures by myself as attending anesthesiologist,
- Selected, supplied, and administered the anesthetics, helpful and accessory drugs, and fluids necessary to manage the anesthetic.
Candidate Info
3
years in workforce
1
year at this job
AS
Associate of Science
BS
Bachelor of Science
MA
Master of Arts
Independent Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Christ
Attended a Medical Mission trip to Honduras on two consecutive years.
- Gather and prepare supplies and equipment to be used for pre-surgical tests to determine the type of anesthesia to be used.
- Administered anesthesia to render patients insensible to pain during surgical, obstetrical and other medical procedures.
- Participated in the anesthetic care of 60 cases.
- Worked with a wide age-range of patients.
Candidate Info
3
years in workforce
3
years at this job
BS
Bachelor of Science
MS
Science Of Nursing
Nurse Anesthetist
Monitored vital signs of the patient during surgery progress
- Assessed the patients' medical history and its affect to patients response to anesthesia
- Report unusual signs immediately to surgeon
- Provide anesthesia in a fast paced GI facility
- Ensured patient's anesthesia plan appropriate throughout the procedure
Candidate Info
17
years in workforce
12
years at this job
BSN
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Msn
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Largest and busiest Level One trauma hospital in the Detroit Metropolitan area
- Perform anesthesia for all types of cases excluding hearts; including many different off-site settings throughout the hospital
- Team approach setting with minimal supervision
- Well respected and trusted by the Anesthesiologists, Surgeons and fellow Anesthetists
- Worked well with members of other ancillary teams in this large facility, consisting of over seventy operating rooms
Candidate Info
8
years in workforce
6
years at this job
Adult Nursing
Responsibilities for Nurse Anesthetist
- Administered intravenous medication for induction and maintenance of anesthesia
- Monitored vital signs during infusion and transfusion
- Provided intubation, extubation and airway management
- Administered general anesthesia and intravenous narcosis
- Assisted during administration of epidural and spinal anesthesia
- Continually monitored vital signs during anesthesia via observation and electronically
- Inventoried and maintained anesthesia equipment and crash cart
Candidate Info
12
years in workforce
1
year at this job
BS
Nursing
MS
Anesthesiology
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Perform a detail and complete pre-anesthetic assessment including obtaining a history and physical examination, reviewing laboratory data and pertinent information from patient medical record.
- Implement an anesthetic plan utilizing a broad spectrum of techniques based on sound physiology and established guidelines.
- Develop a plan of anesthesia care based on scientific theory related to patients past medical and nursing history, current status, and surgical requirements.
- Work in collaboration with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in coordinating and implementing patient care from pre-op to anesthesia recovery and discharge.
- Under direct supervision of MD Anesthesiologists, provide anesthesia care in a variety of cases in fast paced settings, including gastroenterology, urology, orthopedic, vascular, ENT, Obstetrics, eye surgeries, general and plastic surgeries, managed monitored anesthesia care, regional and general anesthesia.
- Independently administer and manage spinal blocks and a variety of regional anesthetic procedures.
Candidate Info
3
years in workforce
2
years at this job
BA
Bachelor of Arts
MS
Nursing / Nurse Anesthesia
Paralegal Certification
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Provide full range of anesthetic and respiratory care to a wide range of surgical population, including geriatric, emergent, maternity, and pediatric patients
- Served on a special committee to develop standard operating procedures and protocols for emergencies in the maternity unit
- Acts as advanced practice nurse who works in collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons and other physicians and medical professionals to deliver anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures
- Cares for a patient before, during and after a medical procedure or surgery by performing a patient assessment, preparing the patient for anesthesia, administering and maintaining the anesthesia to ensure proper sedation and pain management, overseeing patient recovery from anesthesia and caring for the patient's immediate post-operative needs
- Earned recognition from managers for strong performance; Worked long hours as required to meet business needs
- Received multiple positive evaluations from patients
- Team player- built strong relationships with coworkers; Modeled effective, appropriate communication with customers and coworkers and used it to de-escalate and resolve conflict
Candidate Info
5
years in workforce
5
months at this job
BSN
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Perform and maintain general endotracheal anesthesia throughout perioperative period
- Implement appropriate preoperative assessment and assist with premedication planning
- Manage pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients in the acute-care operative setting
- Manage a variety of anesthetics including SAB, epidurals, regional nerve blocks, and GETA
- Float to Surgery Center of Kansas and Precision Surgery Center for outpatient surgeries
- Interpret anesthetic evaluation and lab data and communicate effectively with doctors
Candidate Info
16
years in workforce
10
years at this job
AAS
Nursing
BS
Community Health, Environmental Studies
MS
Nurse Anesthesiology
Staff Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
- Provided general and regional anesthesia services to all types of patients
- Cared for ventilated patients while administering general anesthesia
- Administered and adjusted pharmacological agents to desired physiologic effects
- Utilized EMR for patient record documentation
- Worked in a variety of clinical settings: rural/urban hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and office settings
Candidate Info
7
years in workforce
8
months at this job
AS
Nursing
BS
Nursing
MS
Nurse Anesthesia
Nurse Anesthetist
Worked with wide age-range of patients with all ASA classifications
- Administered anesthesia to render patients insensible to pain during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures; examine patients to determine degree of surgical risk and type of anesthetic and sedation to administer.
- Discussed findings with physician and other nurses when relevant.
- Administered local, regional, intravenous or other anesthesia according to prescribed medical standards.
- Patient cases included: orthopedics, neuro, cardiac, general, robotics, ophthalmology, urology, GI, OB, plastics, GYN, vascular, and outpatient surgery.
- Facilities Include: Buffalo General Hospital, Gates Vascular Institute, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, and Millard Fillmore Ambulatory Center
Candidate Info
10
years in workforce
3
years at this job
AS
Nursing
BS
Nursing
MS
Master of Science
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Continuous professional communication and team approach with anesthesiologists, surgeons, operating room nurses, preoperative and post-operative care teams.
- Develops comprehensive anesthesia plan, alternative approaches, skilled in assessing complex patients needs, preparation for possible complications, and develops a plan for possible interventions to assure patient safety.
- Maintains accurate, legible chart to include an accurate assessment of the anesthetic
- Assesses appropriate airway management, appropriate identification and action for difficult airway management responsibility for the induction of anesthesia.
- Continually assesses data, patient response during anesthesia, and suggests appropriate anesthesia techniques based upon the surgical procedure and the patient's medical history, to include previous drug therapy.
- Coordinates emergence with the completion of surgical procedure. Assess patient needs prior to arrival to PACU, including patient safety.
- Maintains a pro-active attitude, vigilent observation of patients and their needs.
Candidate Info
32
years in workforce
29
years at this job
Nurse Anesthetist
Perform pre-operative anesthetic assessments
- Perform post-operative anesthesia review and follow-up
- Consult with anesthesia providers regarding their patient's status base on patient's interview and chart review
- Determines pre- and post-operative needs of surgical patients as related to anesthesia
- Act as Spanish medical interpreter when needed
- Administered anesthesia to render patients insensible to pain during surgical and other medical procedures; examine patients to determine degree of surgical risk and type of anesthetic and sedation to administer
- Worked with a wide variety of surgical patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric ASA physical status I - V patient in collaborative environment of nurse anesthetist, anesthesiologists, residents, and students.
Candidate Info
7
years in workforce
2
years at this job
BS
Nursing
MS
Nurse Anesthesia
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Administer anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in collaboration and consultation with attending anesthesiologist in the main OR and satellite areas.
- Preformed pre-anesthetic assessment prior to procedures.
- Formulates patient specific anesthesia care from pre-surgical assessment.
- Selects and initiates planned anesthetic technique(general, MAC, regional, invasive devices).
Candidate Info
8
months in workforce
3
months at this job
BS
Nursing
MS
Health Science
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Managed anesthesia for both MAC and GA cases for patients undergoing procedures in the following areas- plastics, OB, GI Lab, pediatrics, ENT, gynecological, vascular, thoracic, orthopedic, and general cases.
- Skills developed include oral RAE and nasal RAE placement, using and placing LMAs, managing MAC anesthesia, and giving anesthesia offsite.
- Allegheny General Hospital (specialty rotation will include regional anesthesia, trauma call, pediatric, cardiac, and neuro)
- Forbes Regional Hospital
Candidate Info
3
years in workforce
1
month at this job
BS
Human Nutrition
Nurse Anesthetist, Baptist Hospital
Attended surgeries to gain experience and knowledge
- Ran errands for the nurse
- Helped with patients wants and needs
- Completed charts and data for patients
Candidate Info
13
years in workforce
8
years at this job
AS
Nursing
BS
Nursing
MS
Nurse Anesthesia
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Preoperative assessment and education with determination of appropriate anesthetic, collaborating with the anesthesiologist and surgeon
- Monitoring and treatment of adult and pediatric patients during general, regional, and MAC anesthetics and during all phases of anesthesia
- Served as Charge Nurse Anesthetist, collaborating with operating room personnel and surgeons to effectively and efficiently manage the operating room, serving as unit resource and problem-solver
- Provided all aspects of airway management
- Performed invasive procedures as required including but not limited to endotracheal intubation, regional anesthesia, IV catheter insertion, arterial puncture and insertion of arterial catheters
- Managed emergency situations, including initiating, overseeing or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation hospital wide
- Supervision and education of nurse anesthesia students and anesthesia residents
- Responsible for anesthesia in all surgical areas (including but not limited to hearts, lungs, neuro, general, obstetrics, interventional radiology, spine, orthopedics, MRI/CT, eyes, EP lab, vascular, endoscopy and urology)
Candidate Info
14
years in workforce
2
years at this job
BS
Biology
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Employed in a Level I trauma center
- Team approach model to anesthesia care
- All types of cases covered with the exception of hearts and OB
- Coverage of anesthesia group includes two hospitals and three surgical centers in Wichita area
Candidate Info
34
years in workforce
3
years at this job
AS
Nurse
BS
Health Administration
Msa
Per Diem Nurse Anesthetist
Pre and Post anesthesia evaluation as per hospital policy
- Instrumenting of central, arterial, and peripheral lines and monitoring
- General, Regional, and Monitored anesthesia cases
- Sub-specialty training: endoscopy, gynecology, vascular and ambulatory surgeries
Candidate Info
21
years in workforce
3
years at this job
BS
Nursing
MS
Nurse Anesthesia
Academic And Clinical Performance
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Experience in providing anesthesia care at a Level 1 Trauma center
- Experience in providing anesthesia care for High Risk Obstetrics
- Surgical subspecialties include: vascular, ENT, general surgery
- Experience with insertion of arterial lines and spinal/epidural
Candidate Info
30
years in workforce
27
years at this job
BSN
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Performs pre-operative patient assessments and educates patients about the effects of anesthesia in high- risk populations.
- Utilizes state-of-the-art techniques including jet ventilation, robotic cases, bariatric cases, electro-physiology cases both with general surgical management and cardiac management for non-cardiac surgery.
- Demonstrates comfort in managing patients needing a variety of levels of adequate anesthesia for MAC, general anesthesia, and regional anesthesia.
- Performs mask ventilation, inserts oral airways, LMA, endotracheal tubes, and adjuncts for difficult airways.
- Maintains a current and high level of anesthesia pharmacology along with a clinical working knowledge of underlying pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.
- Uses vigilance and anesthetic monitors to maintain an appropriate level of anesthesia necessary for patient comfort and safety.
- Executes particular awareness regarding pain management for post anesthesia recovery.
Candidate Info
28
years in workforce
5
years at this job
BS
Nursing
BS
Molecular Biology
MS
Nurse Anesthesia
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Strength in patient/family communication, quality health care, flexible under changing situations and working well under fast-paced emergency situations.
- In-depth knowledge of anesthetics.
- Thorough preoperative assessment of the patient, systematically formulate an appropriate anesthetic plan based on the patient's condition, risk factors and the extent of the surgical procedure.
- Promptly identify impediments to effective airway management and formulate an appropriate plan either via alternative anesthesia or following a difficult airway algorithm.
- Proficient with insertion and management of invasive monitoring devices including arterial lines and central lines
- Calculate appropriate fluids and blood requirements for patients undergoing various surgical procedures
- Proficient with didactic and clinical skills in regional anesthesia
- Knowledge of anesthetic implications and physiologic changes in pregnancy
- Proficient in providing anesthesia to pediatric population
- Proficient in computer operations
Candidate Info
15
years in workforce
3
years at this job
BS
Bachelor of Science
MS
Master of Science
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
General anesthetic administration and management of patients undergoing surgical procedures including on- and off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting, coronary valvular repairs, minimally invasive coronary valvular repairs, minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass grafting, biventricular pacing and trauma stabilization
- General and regional anesthetic administration and management of patients undergoing surgical procedures including craniotomy, carotid endarterectomy, angioplasty, cystoscopy and transrectal ultrasound, transurethral resection of the prostate, appendectomy, colectomy, sigmoidectomy, proctocolectomy, inguinal hernia repair, spinal discectomy, loopogram, breast lumpectomy, vasectomy, loop electrosurgical excision procedure, total knee and hip arthroplasty, femur replacement, arteriovenous fistulas, endoscopic sinus surgery, rhinoplasty, panniculectomy, urethrotomy, aortogram, laparoscopic tubal ligation, dilation and curettage, carpal tunnel release, limb amputation, tympanomastoidectomy, cerebral bleed evacuation, and Cesarean sections
- Duties included central line placement (triple lumen and/or cordis), Swan-Ganz catheter placement, interpretation, and subsequent patient management, arterial line placement, double-lumen and bronchial blocker placement, fiberoptic intubations and verification of double-lumen tube placement, continuous cardiac output and mixed venous monitoring
- In-house "on-call" experience providing anesthesia to Level I trauma patients in emergency situations including appropriate airway management, the use of basic and advance life support techniques, cesarean-sections, emergent exploratory laparotomies or laparoscopies, craniotomies, appendicitis, airway emergencies from respiratory acidosis, sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome and respiratory failure that require immediate intubations.
Candidate Info
5
years in workforce
3
months at this job
BS
Nursing
MS
Anesthesia
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Collaborate with members of the health care team, ie. anesthesiologist, surgeon, physicians, OR nurse, pre- and post-operative nurses and staff, as well as family members while caring for patients during the perianesthetic period.
- Work in various surgical and operating room environments, including general surgery, orthopedics, gyn, pediatrics, OB, radiology, CT/X-ray, endo, and cath lab.
- Perform patient assessments, prepare patients for anesthesia, administer and maintain anesthesia (general, regional, MAC) to ensure proper sedation and pain management, and care for the patients' needs during the immediate post-operative period.
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