Thomas Slone
Campbellsburg
Summary
Accomplished Nurse-anesthetist with a proven track record at Radius Anesthesia, enhancing patient safety and surgical outcomes through expert anesthesia administration and vigilant monitoring. Skilled in both technical procedures like central venous access and fostering a culture of continuous professional development. Achieved a significant reduction in postoperative complications, demonstrating exceptional proficiency in patient assessment and emergency response.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse-anesthetist
Radius Anesthesia
10300 Linn Station Rd #400 Louisville Ky 40223
01.2023 - Current
- Administered and maintained anesthesia and confirmed proper sedation and pain management.
- Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during routine and complex surgeries.
- Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Coordinated skilled emergency response and medical interventions to stabilize patients and treat specific symptoms.
- Ensured continuity of care by documenting anesthesia records accurately and updating electronic health systems promptly.
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and explaining anesthesia processes before surgery.
- Contributed to hospital accreditation by adhering to strict industry standards and regulations regarding anesthesia administration.
- Maintained a sterile environment during procedures, minimizing the risk of infection for patients.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies.
- Streamlined preoperative assessments by collecting comprehensive medical histories and conducting physical examinations on patients.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop individualized anesthetic plans for each patient, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily work routine, resulting in increased efficacy of anesthesia administration techniques.
CRNA
Carroll County Memorial Hospital
309 11th St Carrollton Ky 41008
05.2010 - 01.2023
- Served as a resource for nursing staff regarding anesthesia-related questions or concerns, fostering collaboration across departments.
- Stayed current with advancements in anesthesia practices through continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by managing airway devices and ensuring proper placement of intravenous lines.
- Ensured availability of necessary equipment and medications for each procedure, contributing to seamless surgical experiences for both patients and staff.
- Reduced postoperative complications by administering nerve blocks and other regional anesthesia techniques.
- Enhanced patient safety through vigilant monitoring and adjusting anesthetic levels during surgery.
- Maintained accurate medical records by documenting all aspects of anesthesia care, including preoperative assessments, intraoperative events, and postoperative followups.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the operating room by coordinating efforts among the surgical team members before procedures began.
- Managed postoperative pain effectively by adjusting medication dosages or utilizing alternative therapies as needed, promoting patient comfort during recovery.
- Optimized patient outcomes through effective preoperative assessments and risk evaluations.
- Provided support to patients experiencing anxiety prior to surgery by offering education and reassurance on anesthesia plans.
- Provided quality pain management services for patients with acute and chronic conditions using multimodal analgesia techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through compassionate communication pre-and postoperatively.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with physicians, nurses, and support staff in the perioperative setting.
- Result Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and safety within the anesthesia department.
- Collaborated with surgeons to develop customized anesthesia plans tailored to individual patients'' needs.
- Administered and maintained anesthesia and confirmed proper sedation and pain management.
- Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during routine and complex surgeries.
- Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Coordinated skilled emergency response and medical interventions to stabilize patients and treat specific symptoms.
- Accounted for factors such as patient weight, sex and general body type to calculate anesthetic dosages.
- Assisted with smooth recoveries by administering step-down medications and fluids.
- Administered post-anesthesia medications or fluids to support patients' cardiovascular systems.
- Performed pre-anesthetic physical evaluations and patient interviews and documented results.
- Selected, prepared or used equipment, monitors or drugs for administration of anesthetics.
CRNA
New Horizon's Hospital
409 Roland Ave Owenton Ky 40359
04.1997 - 01.2012
- Served as a resource for nursing staff regarding anesthesia-related questions or concerns, fostering collaboration across departments.
- Stayed current with advancements in anesthesia practices through continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by managing airway devices and ensuring proper placement of intravenous lines.
- Ensured availability of necessary equipment and medications for each procedure, contributing to seamless surgical experiences for both patients and staff.
- Reduced postoperative complications by administering nerve blocks and other regional anesthesia techniques.
- Enhanced patient safety through vigilant monitoring and adjusting anesthetic levels during surgery.
- Maintained accurate medical records by documenting all aspects of anesthesia care, including preoperative assessments, intraoperative events, and postoperative followups.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the operating room by coordinating efforts among the surgical team members before procedures began.
- Managed postoperative pain effectively by adjusting medication dosages or utilizing alternative therapies as needed, promoting patient comfort during recovery.
- Optimized patient outcomes through effective preoperative assessments and risk evaluations.
- Provided support to patients experiencing anxiety prior to surgery by offering education and reassurance on anesthesia plans.
- Selected, prepared or used equipment, monitors or drugs for administration of anesthetics.
- Performed pre-anesthetic physical evaluations and patient interviews and documented results.
- Administered post-anesthesia medications or fluids to support patients' cardiovascular systems.
- Accounted for factors such as patient weight, sex and general body type to calculate anesthetic dosages.
- Coordinated skilled emergency response and medical interventions to stabilize patients and treat specific symptoms.
Education
CRNA - CRNA
Westmorland Latrobe School of Anesthesia
Greensburg, PA03-1990
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond Ky05-1987
Skills
- Central venous access
- Preoperative evaluation
- Ethics and professionalism
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Peripheral nerve blocks
- General anesthesia
- Arterial line placement
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- Monitoring vital signs
- Fluid management
- Airway management
- Anesthesia administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Electronic medical records
- Patient positioning
- Spinal anesthesia
- Quality improvement
- Medication management
- Sedation techniques
- Continuous professional development
- Local anesthesia
- Bronchoscopy assistance
- Epidural anesthesia
- Electrocardiogram interpretation
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Pharmacology
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Oxygen therapy
- Ventilator management
- Nerve stimulator use
- Regional anesthesia
- Post-anesthesia care
- Blood transfusion
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Obstetric anesthesia
- Pre-anesthetic evaluation
- Anesthetic administration
- Pain management
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Epidural administration
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- HIPAA protocols
- Nerve block
Affiliations
- AANA
Certification
CRNA
AANA
ARNP
ACLS
PALS
Timeline
Nurse-anesthetist
Radius Anesthesia
01.2023 - Current
CRNA
Carroll County Memorial Hospital
05.2010 - 01.2023
CRNA
New Horizon's Hospital
04.1997 - 01.2012
CRNA - CRNA
Westmorland Latrobe School of Anesthesia
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University