Kathleen (Katy) Bouyett
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Highly qualified and board certified Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner with exceptional background of performance as a registered nurse in cardiology for 7 years. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from acute and chronic illness and manage overall health. Dedicated to providing holistic, evidence based, compassionate care through active listening and motivational interviewing with an individualized approach. Driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes. Offers excellent communication and good judgement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heart Failure Nurse Practitioner
Holy Cross Health
02.2023 - Current
- Outpatient management of heart failure including IV diuresis.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans including advanced treatments and bridge to heart transplant.
- Work with families, caregivers, and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Discuss additional therapies as appropriate including CardioMems, BaroStim, CCM, and CRT.
- Regular monitoring or CardioMems.
- Telemedicine visit experience
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Healthstone Primary Bayview
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Remain updated on current guidelines to properly diagnose and treat patient conditions.
- Order and analyze diagnostic testing, perform head to toe physical exam, develop diagnosis, develop treatment plan, prescribe medications, and regular follow up.
- Treatment of acute and chronic illness.
- Weight loss management.
- IV hydration
- Immunizations
- Address reproductive health issues including routine pap smear screening.
- Pre-operative clearance.
- Health teaching and management with emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Telemedicine visit experience
Registered Nurse, Cardiology
Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Performed patient care for pre and post cardiac and EP procedures.
- Assess hemodynamics and use critical thinking regarding pre and post procedure assessments.
- Removal of sheaths at bedside, both arterial and venous.
- Manage medication titration.
- Assist with bedside procedures with moderate sedation and anesthesia.
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Holding
Loyola University Medical Center
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Performed patient care for pre and post cardiac, neuro and peripheral vascular procedures.
- Assess hemodynamics using iSTAT machines, as well as caring for critically ill patients with swan ganz catheters, balloon pumps, LVAD and sheaths.
- Removal of sheaths at bedside both arterial and venous; as well as assist with bedside procedures with moderate sedation and anesthesia.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Presence Mercy Medical Center
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Performed pre and post procedure cardiac care, diagnostic strength, and vascular care understanding.
- Health and wellness expertise, proficient with patient education and urgent care experience.
- Performed step down intensive care unit patient care, charge nurse and preceptor experience.
- Performed assistance with stress testing.
Registered Nurse, Mental Health Unit
Alden Courts Of Waterford
12.2013 - 07.2014
- Demonstrates knowledge based on the health/illness status of individual groups and provides sound decision making for patients.
- Promotes safety and sets priorities in nursing care based on patients’ needs while ensuring continuity of care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Savannah, GABachelor of Science - Nursing
Aurora University
Aurora, ILHigh School Diploma -
Oswego East High School
OswegoSkills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills that assist in patient education and documentation to provide the highest level of patient care
- Problem solving and analytical skills that assist in determining diagnoses through the evaluation of history, review of systems, and physical exam
- Strong interpersonal skills with excellent organization with ability to multitask and deal with stressful environments and patient situations
- Experience with telemedicine
Certification
- FNP-BC
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIH Stroke
Timeline
Heart Failure Nurse Practitioner
Holy Cross Health
02.2023 - Current
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Healthstone Primary Bayview
12.2021 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse, Cardiology
Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale
04.2018 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Holding
Loyola University Medical Center
07.2016 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Presence Mercy Medical Center
07.2014 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse, Mental Health Unit
Alden Courts Of Waterford
12.2013 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aurora University
High School Diploma -
Oswego East High School
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