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Cathy Sukowaty

De Pere,WI

Summary

Empathetic Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 25 years of experience in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Qualified Nurse Practitioner with 25 years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization. Qualified Nurse Practitioner with 25 years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization. Qualified Nurse Practitioner with 25 years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practitioner

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine BayCare Clinic LLC
Manitowoc , WI
08.2013 - Current
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
  • Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
  • Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
  • Applied and removed casts, and changed dressings.
  • Used EPIC to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals

Nurse Practitioner

Aurora Medical Center
Manitowoc , WI
08.2008 - 08.2013
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
  • Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
  • Applied and removed casts, and changed dressings.
  • Provided quality patient care and maintenance of rooms to properly comply safety, health and organizational regulations and federal, state and local rules.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications

Nurse Practitioner

HSHS St. Nicholas
Sheboygan, WI
11.2002 - 08.2008
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications

Nurse Practitioner

Holy Family Medical Center
Manitowoc , WI
05.1997 - 10.2001
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
  • Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
  • Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
  • Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
  • Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
  • Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms
  • Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients
  • Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies
  • Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team
  • Created diagnostic plans to assess extent of clients' disability and implemented [Type] program to access special medical treatment or workplace services
  • Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care
  • Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
  • Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients
  • Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Marian University
Fond Du Lac, WI
05.1997

Master of Science - Adult Health Nursing

Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
05.1997

Skills

  • Standards of Care
  • Acute Care Expertise
  • Disease Prevention Education
  • Individualized Care Plans
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Diagnostic Interventions
  • Physical Examinations
  • Medication Prescribing
  • Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Diagnostic Test Ordering
  • Acute and Chronic Pain

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine BayCare Clinic LLC
08.2013 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

Aurora Medical Center
08.2008 - 08.2013

Nurse Practitioner

HSHS St. Nicholas
11.2002 - 08.2008

Nurse Practitioner

Holy Family Medical Center
05.1997 - 10.2001

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Marian University

Master of Science - Adult Health Nursing

Marquette University
Cathy Sukowaty