Emily Kubacki
WAUWATOSA,WI
Summary
Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with specialized experience providing comprehensive cardiovascular care to residents of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care facilities. Experienced in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions, including congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and cardiac arrhythmias. Skilled in cardiovascular assessment, medication management, diagnostic and laboratory review, individualized treatment planning, interdisciplinary care coordination, and patient/family education. Brings more than 15 years of critical care nursing experience and proven leadership in cardiac NP onboarding, mentorship, clinical auditing, quality improvement, and cardiovascular education. Currently practicing with Complex Care Solutions and serving as clinical faculty with Marquette University. Committed to proactive, patient-centered cardiovascular care that promotes clinical stability, continuity of care, and reduction of avoidable hospitalizations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Complex Care Solutions
, Wisconsin
06.2026 - Current
- Performed health assessments and physical examinations; identified clinical risks and implemented proactive, evidence-based interventions.
- Developed individualized treatment and preventive care plans and educated patients and families regarding disease management, medications, and wellness.
- Delivered comprehensive primary care and health management services, addressing both acute and chronic patient conditions to enhance overall health outcomes.
- Ensured accurate EMR documentation while staying informed on clinical guidelines, medical advancements, and regulatory requirements to support high-quality patient care.
Clinical / Adjunct Faculty
Marquette University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
01.2016 - Current
- Provide clinical education and supervision to nursing students, supporting development of clinical judgment, critical thinking, assessment, and decision-making skills.
- Collaborated with faculty and clinical partners to ensure alignment of clinical experiences with course objectives and nursing education standards.
- Delivered real-time feedback and individualized coaching while evaluating student performance in clinical settings.
- Facilitated safe, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing practices and promoted professional development.
Cardiac Nurse Practitioner - Clinical Lead
Alteas Health Care
, Wisconsin / Illinois
11.2024 - 06.2026
- Led clinical and operational support for cardiac NP teams across five states, overseeing onboarding and mentorship of newly hired cardiac NPs to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Conducted clinical audits and quality reviews, developing cardiovascular education programs that reinforced evidence-based care and aligned with organizational standards.
- Provided comprehensive cardiology services to residents of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care facilities, serving medically complex and geriatric populations.
- Managed CHF, CAD, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, cardiac arrhythmias, and other complex cardiovascular conditions through individualized treatment plans.
- Coordinated care with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and families to enhance continuity of care and minimize avoidable hospitalizations.
- Conducted routine and follow-up cardiology rounds; evaluated new or worsening symptoms and changes in cardiovascular status.
- Reviewed laboratory results, diagnostic studies, cardiac testing, and imaging; monitored treatment response and adjusted medications.
- Provided cardiovascular education to patients, families, facility staff, and providers regarding disease management, medications, symptom recognition, and escalation of care.
Cardiac Nurse Practitioner
Alteas Health Care
, Wisconsin / Illinois
11.2023 - 06.2026
- Managed acute and chronic heart failure, hypertension, CAD, atrial fibrillation, arrhythmias, and other cardiovascular conditions to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored clinical status, medication effectiveness, diagnostic findings, and laboratory results; adjusted treatment plans to optimize patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians, nursing staff, specialists, patients, and families to coordinate care and ensure clinical stability.
- Provided primary cardiology services to skilled nursing and long-term care residents, including comprehensive cardiovascular histories, physical examinations, diagnosis, and longitudinal management.
Registered Nurse - Critical Care
Advocate Aurora Health Care
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
08.2016 - 12.2024
- Managed advanced monitoring and life-sustaining therapies for critically ill patients, including mechanical ventilation and vasoactive medication infusions, to stabilize conditions.
- Provided high-acuity care to critically ill patients with complex cardiac, respiratory, neurologic, renal, and multi-system conditions.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to swiftly recognize clinical status changes, ensuring timely interventions and optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed extensive expertise in cardiovascular assessment, hemodynamic monitoring, acute deterioration, and management of medically complex cardiac patients.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to educate patients and families on treatment plans, prognosis, and transitions of care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
Registered Nurse - Critical Care
Ascension Health Care - St. Francis Hospital
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
06.2009 - 08.2016
- Provided direct nursing care in a fast-paced critical care environment for patients with complex and life-threatening conditions.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, and coordinated complex patient care to optimize outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, post-discharge care, and prevention strategies to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Led orientation and training for new nursing staff, fostering teamwork and a culture of continuous learning.
Education
Post-Master's Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL01-2023
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Cardinal Stritch University
Glendale01-2012
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Waukesha County Technical College
Waukesha01-2009
Skills
- Heart failure
- Coronary artery disease
- Atrial fibrillation
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Hypertension Management
- Cardiovascular Assessment
- Medication titration
- Diagnostic & Laboratory Review
- Hospitalization / Readmission Prevention
- Interdisciplinary Care Coordination
- Geriatric & Complex Care
- SNF & LTC Cardiology Rounding
- Patient and Family Education
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Clinical Mentorship
Specializations
- Cardiology
- Skilled Nursing
- Long-Term Care
Personal Information
Title: Family Nurse Practitioner
Certifications And Credentials
- Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), 08/01/23
- CCK - Cardiac Certification, American College of Cardiology, 11/01/25
- Registered Nurse, Wisconsin, 01/01/09
- BLS / ACLS, Current
- DEA Registration, Not currently held; eligible and willing to obtain upon employment.
Core Clinical Competencies
- Cardiovascular Assessment
- CHF / CAD / AFib / Arrhythmias
- Hypertension Management
- SNF & LTC Cardiology Rounding
- Geriatric & Complex Care
- Medication Management & Titration
- Diagnostic & Laboratory Review
- Hospitalization / Readmission Prevention
- Interdisciplinary Care Coordination
- Patient & Family Education
- Quality Improvement & Clinical Auditing
- Provider Education & Mentorship
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Complex Care Solutions
06.2026 - Current
Cardiac Nurse Practitioner - Clinical Lead
Alteas Health Care
11.2024 - 06.2026
Cardiac Nurse Practitioner
Alteas Health Care
11.2023 - 06.2026
Registered Nurse - Critical Care
Advocate Aurora Health Care
08.2016 - 12.2024
Clinical / Adjunct Faculty
Marquette University
01.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse - Critical Care
Ascension Health Care - St. Francis Hospital
06.2009 - 08.2016
Post-Master's Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Cardinal Stritch University
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Waukesha County Technical College