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Colleen Shields

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Nurse Anesthetist Altoona, PA Upmc
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
9 years at Upmc
Gender
Female
Connections
35
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 11,665 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Anesthetist specialty. Colleen Shields is one of them.
  • 739 Nurse Anesthetists are based in PA (out of 65,783 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 3,196 contacts at Upmc are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse Anesthetist compensation in PA: $162,000 – $235,000 (median $199,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurse Anesthetists in PA: Upmc (60), Lehigh Valley Health Network (24), Allegheny Health Network (24).
  • 2% of Nurse Anesthetists in PA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 68% of Nurse Anesthetists in PA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Excela Health School of Anesthesia
Master’s Degree
Saint Vincent College
Master of Science
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
Bachelor of Science
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
Associate’s Degree
About Upmc
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
upmc.com
Office Location
1414 N 9th Ave, Altoona, PA
Professional Overview

Colleen Shields is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, currently affiliated with Upmc, based in Altoona, PA. As a nurse anesthetist, Shields contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Altoona, PA. They have been with Upmc for 9 years. Shields holds academic credentials, including Master’s Degree and Master of Science, from Excela Health School of Anesthesia and Saint Vincent College. Upmc operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse anesthetist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse anesthetist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Altoona, PA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Colleen Shields located?
Colleen Shields is based in Altoona, PA. They are currently affiliated with Upmc.
What is Colleen Shields's specialty?
Colleen Shields specializes in Nurse Anesthetist. Their current role is Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
Where does Colleen Shields currently work?
Colleen Shields currently works at Upmc. They have been there for 9 years.
What is Colleen Shields's educational background?
Colleen Shields attended Excela Health School of Anesthesia and Saint Vincent College.
How do I contact Colleen Shields for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Colleen Shields. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a Nurse Anesthetist?
Recruiting nurse anesthetists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurse anesthetists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse Anesthetist in PA?
Nurse Anesthetists in PA typically earn $162,000 to $235,000 annually, with a median of $199,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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