Karen Smith
Washington Crossing
Summary
Skilled CRNA bringing 18 + years of experience in Hospital based practice 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
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Anesthetist
Jefferson Northeast Physician Services
06.2001 - Current
- Deliver targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during routine and complex surgeries
- Monitor pulse, blood pressure and other responses to quickly identify and correct issues
- Account for factors such as patient weight, sex and general body type to calculate anesthetic dosages
- Coordinate skilled emergency response and medical interventions to stabilize patients and treat specific symptoms
- Evaluate, interviewed and monitored patients before anesthetic administration to optimize medication plans
- Maintain, Optimal pulmonary status to minimize complication risks
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Jefferson Hospital
06.1996 - 08.2000
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Hahnemann University
Philadelphia, PA06.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jefferson University CAHS
Philadelphia, PA06.1996
Certification
- BLS
- Registered Nurse in PA, RN511670L
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification [1996 to present]
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified Nurse Anesthetist
Timeline
Nurse Anesthetist
Jefferson Northeast Physician Services
06.2001 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Jefferson Hospital
06.1996 - 08.2000
Master of Science - Nursing
Hahnemann University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jefferson University CAHS