Rene A. Bouquet, DNP, CRNA
Rene Bouquet, DNP, CRNA, is a highly accomplished Chief Nurse Anesthetist and Practice Administrator at St. Barnabas Hospital, where he has dedicated over a decade to advancing anesthesia care and clinical leadership. With extensive experience in both acute care and administrative management, Rene is known for his ability to lead high-performing teams, optimize patient outcomes, and implement operational strategies that enhance the delivery of safe, efficient, and patient-centered anesthesia services. His commitment to excellence has made him a respected leader among colleagues and a trusted advocate for patients.
Rene earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice in Anesthesiology from Barry University, graduating with distinction, and holds a Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia from SUNY Downstate. Over the course of his career, he has served in multiple anesthesia roles across prominent healthcare organizations, including Somnia Inc., Greenwich Medical Anesthesia, St. Vincent’s Hospital, and Nyack Hospital. Rene’s academic rigor, clinical expertise, and leadership skills have allowed him to contribute meaningfully to advancing the role of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and improving access to high-quality anesthesia care.
Beyond his clinical and administrative responsibilities, Rene is a passionate advocate for the nursing profession and patient care. He actively engages in professional development initiatives, mentorship, and policy advocacy, including efforts to expand the scope of practice for CRNAs. Driven by a dedication to both patients and the next generation of nurse anesthetists, Rene continues to shape the field of anesthesia through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.
• Barry University - Doctor of Nursing Practice, Anesthesiology - 2016
• SUNY Downstate - Master of Science (MS.), Nurse Anesthetist - 2002
• Lehman College - Bachelor's of Science, Nursing - 1995
• Helene Fuld College of Nursing - Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Nursing Science - 1983
• CRNA
• Sigma Theta Tau
• Golden Key Honor Society
• AANA
• Karpinos R. MD1,2 , Bouquet R. DNP 1,2 , Songhurst S. BS 2 St. Barnabas Health System., Bronx, NY 1 ; Somnia Inc., Harrison, NY Reducing Perioperative Exposure to Opioid Analgesics ASA Poster 2021 Sep
• Karpinos R. D., Bouquet R. A., Cobaj V, Sender J, Baltazar G.A., Wu DW. The Decision to transfuse blood Is not just a numbers game. Anesthesia & Analgesia/Society for the Advancement of Blood Management, 127(3S): 1-79, 2018 Sep.
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Critical care
- Crna
- Anesthetist
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I enjoy most is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—both at the bedside and across the broader healthcare system. As a Nurse Anesthetist and Practice Administrator, I find deep fulfillment in delivering safe, precise anesthesia care while also shaping the operational strategies that support our teams. Whether I’m mentoring future CRNAs, optimizing staffing models, or advocating for expanded practice scope, I’m driven by the knowledge that each decision contributes to better patient outcomes and a stronger profession. Medicine is not just a career—it’s a platform for leadership, equity, and lasting change.