COLBY P. SNYDER
Scottsdale
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
OrthoArizona
07.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations and physical examinations of patients with acute and chronic pain conditions.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with interventional pain physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
- Perform or assist with interventional procedures including epidural steroid injections, medial branch blocks, radiofrequency ablation, trigger point injections, joint injections, and spinal cord stimulator trials under fluoroscopic guidance.
- Manage pre- and post-procedure care, including informed consent, patient education, and follow-up assessments.
- Prescribe medications including controlled substances, while monitoring for efficacy, side effects, and adherence in compliance with DEA and state regulations.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as imaging (MRI, CT, X-ray) and lab work to guide treatment decisions.
- Provide patient education regarding pain management strategies, lifestyle modifications, medication use, and interventional procedures.
- Maintain thorough and accurate documentation using EMR systems (Athena, ModMed, Meditech, Cerner, Epic)
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ensure adherence to clinical protocols and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with physical therapy, behavioral health, and surgical teams to coordinate multidisciplinary pain management.
Pre-op, PACU, Post-op Registered Nurse
Orthondly
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered expert pre-operative, recovery, and post-operative care to over 1,300 patients, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes and effective patient education on discharge plans.
Adult ICU Registered Nurse, PRN
IU North Hospital
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Delivered specialized trauma care, stabilizing critical patients and executing mass transfusions and fluid resuscitation, while collaborating with providers on vital bedside procedures and enhancing patient outcomes by adhering to safety protocols to reduce risks of VAP, CAUTI, and CLABSI.
- Administered surgical patient care, including innovative leech therapy and precise heparin and TPA titration, consistently monitoring assessments to optimize recovery.
- Implemented and adapted comprehensive care plans to align with the evolving needs of patients, physicians, and families, ensuring holistic treatment approaches.
Transplant ICU Registered Nurse
UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Comprehensive care to patients undergoing organ transplant. Coordinated pre-transplant evaluations, educating patients and their families on the transplantation process, monitoring patients for signs of rejection, managing immunosuppressive medications, collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing emotional support, facilitating communication between the patient and healthcare providers, and participating in the ongoing education of staff.
- Utilized strong critical thinking and communication skills to provide compassionate support to patients and their families navigating the complexities of organ transplantation, resulting in enhanced patient understanding and comfort during critical times.
Surgical Trauma/ Transplant ICU Registered Nurse
Stanford Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with trauma surgeons to prepare and support patients during emergency surgeries, enhancing patient outcomes in a 368-bed facility.
- Proactively enforced hospital infection management guidelines, resulting in a reduction in disease transmission rates within the organization.
- Worked closely with Respiratory Therapists to provide appropriate care to ventilated patients including sedation, weaning trials, and extubations. Administered intravenous fluids when patients were unable to feed on their own.
Float ICU Registered Nurse
UC Irvine Health Center
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided exceptional care to diverse patients across neuro critical care, surgical trauma, cardiac care, and medical ICUs in a 459 bed facility.
- Partnered with a dynamic Critical Care Team of doctors and pharmacists to deliver comprehensive care for patients facing complex medical challenges, including emergency department transfers and post-operative care.
- Advocated for critically ill Neurological ICU patients with conditions such as brain tumors, epilepsy, and head traumas, ensuring tailored treatment plans empowered their recovery.
- Operated as an ICU nurse within the emergency department ensuring timely management for patients awaiting awaiting ICU bed placement.
Surgical Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
IU Methodist Hospital
04.2019 - 02.2021
- Provide continuous monitoring and intensive care for critically ill patients, including those with multi-organ failure, respiratory distress, and post-operative complication.
- Administer life-saving interventions, including advanced airway management, ventilator support, hemodynamic monitoring, and critical medication titration.
- Act as the primary point of contact for families, providing emotional support, and clear communication about patient status, procedures, and prognosis.
- Respond to rapid response and code situation, providing high-quality resuscitation efforts during emergencies.
Patient Care Technician
Menorah Medical Center
02.2017 - 11.2018
ICU Certified Nursing Assistant
Johnson City Medical Center
09.2016 - 01.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Zack Group
07.2016 - 09.2016
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing - Nursing Administration, Post Masters Certification in Family Nurse Practitioner
Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Overland Park, Kansas12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana12.2015
Skills
- Proficient on Cerner, Epic, Meditech, and Athena
- CRRT trained- NxStage and Prismaflex for dialysis care
- Blood gas analysis, hemodynamic monitoring, and ventilator management
- Rapid response protocols and telemetry monitoring
- Arterial line, Central line, Infusion pumps, and I&O management
- Exceptional in collaboration, advocacy, attention to detail, critical thinking, and empathy in a fast-paced and high acuity environment
Certification
- Board certified Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) #2024106164
- Compact Registered Nursing License #28253492C
- Registered Nurse (Indiana) #28253492A
- BLS/ACLS/PALS certified
- CRRT (continuous renal replacement therapy) trained
ACTIVITIES
- Former D1 Rower for Indiana University
- Volunteer on Macy Bus providing primary care to unhoused individuals and families as well as victims of abuse living in shelters
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
OrthoArizona
07.2025 - Current
Pre-op, PACU, Post-op Registered Nurse
Orthondly
04.2024 - 07.2025
Adult ICU Registered Nurse, PRN
IU North Hospital
09.2023 - 07.2025
Transplant ICU Registered Nurse
UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
01.2023 - 08.2023
Surgical Trauma/ Transplant ICU Registered Nurse
Stanford Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2022
Float ICU Registered Nurse
UC Irvine Health Center
02.2021 - 11.2021
Surgical Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
IU Methodist Hospital
04.2019 - 02.2021
Patient Care Technician
Menorah Medical Center
02.2017 - 11.2018
ICU Certified Nursing Assistant
Johnson City Medical Center
09.2016 - 01.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Zack Group
07.2016 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Indiana University
Masters of Science in Nursing - Nursing Administration, Post Masters Certification in Family Nurse Practitioner
Ball State University
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