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Summary

A certified registered nurse anesthetist with extensive experience in providing anesthesia care, including creating tailored anesthesia plans and coordinating emergency medical interventions. Expertise spans domestic roles at Virginia-based perioperative care facilities and international volunteer missions in countries such as Congo, Niger, Iraq, and Guatemala, offering services under challenging conditions and conducting training for local healthcare providers. Educational background includes a Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia from Virginia Commonwealth University and an MSN from Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia, complemented by a doctoral project on global health missions preparation. Proficient in fostering interdisciplinary teamwork, ensuring clear communication with diverse stakeholders, and applying cultural sensitivity in international healthcare contexts. Skilled in administering anesthesia across various patient demographics, managing high-pressure clinical settings, and utilizing flexible schedules to ensure continuous patient care. Seeks opportunities to contribute advanced anesthesia expertise while supporting global health efforts or teaching future practitioners to strengthen healthcare delivery systems worldwide.

Work experience

2013-12present

Virginia Anesthesia And Perioperative Care Specialists

  • Administered and maintained anesthesia, ensuring proper sedation and pain management for patients, contributing to successful surgical outcomes.
  • Developed comprehensive anesthesia care plans tailored to each patient's medical history, current status, and surgical requirements, enhancing patient safety and care quality.
  • Coordinated skilled emergency responses and medical interventions, stabilizing patients and effectively treating specific symptoms in high-pressure situations.
  • Demonstrated self-motivation and a strong sense of personal responsibility, consistently delivering high-quality care and support.
  • Collaborated effectively in team settings, providing guidance and support to colleagues, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Thrived in fast-paced environments, maintaining organization and attention to detail, and demonstrating a strong work ethic.
  • Worked flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to ensure continuous patient care and support.
  • Cultivated strong interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with patients and colleagues, enhancing communication and teamwork.
2016Present

Volunteer Experiences

  • Delivered anesthesia services to adult and pediatric patients aboard Mercy Ships in Congo, ensuring safe and effective care in a challenging environment.
  • Provided anesthesia at a local hospital in Ghalmi, Niger, with Samaritan's Purse, and conducted training sessions for local nationals, enhancing their skills and knowledge (10/2016-11/2016 and 03/2018-04/2018).
  • Advocated for individuals with disabilities at Hope Haven Wheelchair Factory in Antigua, Guatemala, assisting in fitting over 80 adults and children with wheelchairs and delivering them to two locations (01/2018-02/2018).
  • Collaborated with the World Health Organization and local health authorities to provide anesthesia at an emergency field hospital in northern Iraq with Samaritan's Purse, supporting those injured in Mosul (03/2017-04/2017).
  • Returned to Iraq to offer anesthesia training to local nationals, facilitating the transition of the hospital to Iraqi government control (06/2017-07/2017).
  • Ensured consistency and clarity in communication, avoiding medical jargon to effectively convey information to diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Maintained a professional and error-free approach in all documentation and training materials, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and cultural sensitivity while working in diverse international settings, contributing to successful mission outcomes.

Education

20232024

Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia

Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond Virginia

Doctoral Project, titled "Preparing for Global Health Missions in the Era of Integrated Healthcare: A Literature Review and Evidence-Based Guidelines"

20102012

MSN

Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia, Madison, Tennessee

19831987

BSN

Villanova University, Villanova, Pennsylvania

Attended The Goethe Institute in Rothenburg, Germany, concentrating in German language studies 

Professional Affliations

  • AANA Member 
  • VANA Member

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Qualifications

Skills

● Emergency Response

● Patient Assessment

● Care Planning

● Airway Management

● Pre-Anesthetic Evaluation

● Anesthetic Administration

● Epidural Administration and regional anesthesia  

● Safety Procedures

● Pain Management

● Decision-Making

● Teamwork and Collaboration

● Time Management

Achievements

  •     Nursing Honor Society Member
  •    Army ROTC scholarship recipient. Commissioned as a 2LT in the US Army
  •    US Army Airborne School graduate, Fort Benning, Georgia; Airborne qualification 

Certifications

  • Licensed Registered Nurse-state of Virginia 
  • CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS certified through the American Heart Association 
  • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist 
  • Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice