Anesthesia Technology

Cynthia Averett

Anesthesia Technician

Franklinton, North Carolina

919-***-**** ● *************@*****.***

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

I am a knowledgeable and effective Anesthesia Technician with over 10 years’ experience in in the medical profession. I am skilled at performing technical and supportive patient care tasks in a variety of settings. My success assisting providers is evidenced in successful patient interactions, leadership across medical units, and constant professional growth. I am motivated to provide excellent care in high-pressure environments while responding with precision to patients and my care team.

SKILLS

Relationship building with patients and members of health care team

Anesthesia-related knowledge and support of procedures

Communication regarding medical procedures and patient care

Multi-tasking in critical environments

Decision making and support in high-stress situations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Duke University Hospital Durham, North Carolina

Nursing Care Assistant, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit June 2018- Present

•Consult Operating Room schedule to determine supply and equipment needs

•Assist anesthesia providers using aseptic or sterile technique with non-invasive and invasive patient procedures in 15 room unit

•Clean anesthesia machines

•Stock anesthesia supplies in all anesthetizing locations

•Assist with patient laboratory tests and results including but not limited to, ABG and ACT point of care tests

•Assist anesthesia providers with psychological monitoring of patients and notify team of changes in vital signs and/or physical appearance of the patient

•Assist with preparation and delivery of platelets and plasma

•Prepare patients for anesthesia by explaining procedures and participating in calming conversations

•Act as a role model for orientation and training of nursing care assistants as preceptor

Health Unit Coordinator May 2012- Present

•Direct time-sensitive and critical information to providers and care team members

•Obtain supplies and equipment as requested by providers

Nursing Care Assistant, Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit May 2012- May 2018

•Elicited patient cooperation through communication

•Assisted physicians and nurses with physical examinations

•Participated in routine and emergency procedures

•Primary troubleshooter for equipment malfunctions; routed non-functional equipment to the proper department for repair

•Assisted with admission, discharge, and transportation of patients in a 24 room unit

•Provided bedside care to patients and implemented provider orders

•Obtained and recorded patient data for medical records

•Acted as position resource as preceptor for over 5 new hires

•Participated in staffing interview and shadow process for potential nursing care candidates

Bizzell’s Cleaning Service Franklinton, NC

Founder, Executive Director January 2007 – April 2012

•Created and managed successful business budget and marketing plan

•Adhered to prescribed client and state-regulated cleanliness standards for high quality satisfaction ratings

•Managed daily work schedule of staff team

•Directed staff team to provide an efficient and safe environment

Duke Durham Regional Hospital Durham, NC

Nursing Assistant December 2006 – January 2007

•Cared for patients with complex and multi-symptom illnesses

•Performed lab draws, specimen cultures collection, and wound care techniques

•Cared for high needs patients with critical care needs including but not limited to, chest tubes, central venous catheters, dialysis shunts, and ventilators.

•Managed distribution of prescribed diet orders to patients

•Cleaned assigned areas; stocked and replenished supplies and equipment as required

EDUCATION

Durham Technical Community College Durham, North Carolina

Associates Degree, Anesthesia Technology

Vance-Granville Community College Henderson, North Carolina

Certified Nursing Assistant

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSURE

•Nurse Aide II 2019

•Basic Life Support 2020

•Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support 2020

•American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians 2021

LEADERSHIP

Safety Committee member, Cardiothoracic Step-Down Unit 2012-2018

•Provide technical guidance and instruction to new staff regarding unit safety procedures

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