C. Kostyak
Rhome,TX
Summary
Dedicated Adult Nurse Practitioner with expertise in patient assessments, disease prevention education, and care plan development. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Frontera
Rhome, Texas
10.2017 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse adult patients.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Educated patients on effective disease prevention and management strategies.
- Performed thorough evaluations of medical histories, symptoms, medications, and lifestyles.
- Analyzed test results and promptly communicated findings to ensure patient understanding.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records for all patient visits.
- Participated in continuing education to ensure knowledge of current nursing practices.
- Performed veteran compensation and pension exams, applying extensive knowledge of organ systems to assess patient eligibility.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
NURSE PRACTITIONER | COMPLEX CARE |
Fort Worth, Texas
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse adult patient populations.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration to coordinate patient care across multiple healthcare providers.
- Performed detailed evaluations of medical histories, symptoms, medications, and lifestyle habits.
- Coordinated specialist referrals to ensure comprehensive patient management.
- Executed home health risk assessments to identify care gaps and optimize patient outcomes.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Texas Health Physician Group
Lewisville, Texas
04.2015 - 07.2017
- Admitted clients as nocturnist through emergency room, efficiently responding to urgent calls.
- Collaborated with cardiovascular physicians to evaluate and implement comprehensive care strategies for patients with co-morbidities.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse adult patient populations.
- Created individualized care plans tailored to patient needs and medical history, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
- Educated patients on effective disease prevention and management strategies.
- Prescribed medications following clinical guidelines and regulations.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Heart Place
North Richland Hills , TX
07.2014 - 04.2015
- Collaborated with cardiovascular physicians to evaluate and plan care for complex cases, improving diagnostic accuracy.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse adult patients.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans that addressed patient needs and medical histories, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective patient care coordination.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Prescribed medications following clinical guidelines and regulations.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that streamlined patient care delivery and elevated care standards.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
IPC The Hospitalist
Fort Worth, Texas
04.2013 - 06.2014
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse adult patient populations.
- Developed individualized care plans to address specific patient needs and enhance treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic patient care.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering them to manage their health effectively.
- Prescribed medications in accordance with clinical guidelines and regulations.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives resulting in improved patient care delivery and satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient visits in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
North Hills Hospital
North Richland Hills, Texas
11.2004 - 04.2013
- Led inpatient cardiovascular care as charge nurse, ensuring high standards of patient safety and quality from 2009 to 2010.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments while monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Monitored patient vitals and communicated changes to medical staff for timely intervention.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care strategies, empowering them for effective self-management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create personalized treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during crises.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Trained nursing staff on hospital protocols, fostering consistent adherence to best practices in patient care.
Registered Nurse
Osteopathic Medical Center
Fort Worth, Texas
05.2000 - 05.2004
- Led ICU/CCU and telemetry teams, managing staff and overseeing patient care processes to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Monitored patient vitals, reporting significant changes to medical staff for timely intervention.
- Responded to emergencies with speed and expertise, providing optimal care and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans for patients.
- Created, implemented, and evaluated patient care plans in conjunction with the medical team.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care to enhance recovery efforts.
- Administered prescribed medications, monitoring for adverse reactions to ensure patient safety.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives, enhancing departmental standards and practices for better patient care.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and standards of care, fostering a knowledgeable and competent team.
Registered Nurse
Vencor Hospital
Fort Worth, Texas
03.1998 - 05.2000
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers while monitoring patient reactions.
- Monitored patient vitals, promptly reporting changes to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing health management and recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during challenging times.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, ensuring efficient documentation of patient information.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices, fostering adherence to care standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring patient safety and a sterile environment.
Registered Nurse
Osteopathic Medical Center
Fort Worth, Texas
03.1993 - 03.1998
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescriptions, monitoring patient reactions and side effects.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive and individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care to enhance self-management and prevention.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain safety standards across care settings.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during challenging times.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems, ensuring compliance with HIPAA laws.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08-2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2008
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX12-1992
High School Diploma -
WE Boswell
Fort Worth, TX05-1986
Skills
- Comprehensive assessments
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Diagnosis accuracy
- Differential diagnosis expertise
- Advanced physical examination
- Medication management
- Chronic disease management
- Management of acute and chronic health issues
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Clinical decision-making
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Lab result evaluation
- Lab results supervision
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Pathophysiology understanding
- Diagnostic testing
- Medical history assessment
- Diagnostic screenings expertise
- Cardiovascular care strategies
- Quality improvement initiatives in healthcare
- Disease prevention strategies development
- Experienced preceptor in healthcare settings
- Interprofessional collaboration skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration techniques
- Effective communication skills in healthcare
- Time management in clinical settings
- Records review
- Physician support and coordination
- Quality improvement initiatives in healthcare
- Disease prevention strategies development
Certification
- Registered Nursing License
- American Nurses Credentialing Center , Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certified
- ACUTE CARE ADULT NURSE PRACTITIONER, TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING PRESCRIPTION
Accomplishments
- Nominated Who's Who , University of Texas at Arlington 2012
- Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society 2011
- Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing 2008
- Honor Roll University of Texas at Arlington
Timeline
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Frontera
10.2017 - Current
Adult Nurse Practitioner
NURSE PRACTITIONER | COMPLEX CARE |
07.2017 - 09.2017
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Texas Health Physician Group
04.2015 - 07.2017
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Heart Place
07.2014 - 04.2015
Adult Nurse Practitioner
IPC The Hospitalist
04.2013 - 06.2014
Registered Nurse
North Hills Hospital
11.2004 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse
Osteopathic Medical Center
05.2000 - 05.2004
Registered Nurse
Vencor Hospital
03.1998 - 05.2000
Registered Nurse
Osteopathic Medical Center
03.1993 - 03.1998
Master of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Tarrant County College
High School Diploma -
WE Boswell