Susan Honkomp
Erlanger,KY
Summary
Accomplished Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Veterans Affairs Medical Center, adept in differential diagnosis and patient education. Demonstrated success in developing treatment plans and leading quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in interprofessional collaboration and telehealth, significantly enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Excelled in mentoring staff, showcasing exceptional leadership and empathy.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
04.2007 - Current
- Performe comprehensive physical examinations and document patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Order and interprete diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribe and manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provide medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Educate patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Discuss care plans with patients and explain test results and proper use of medications.
- Manage complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
Nurse Manager MICU/Cardiac Cath Lab
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
08.1995 - 04.2007
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
09.1991 - 08.1995
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
VALOR Student
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
06.1990 - 09.1991
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and active listening skills during interactions.
- Exhibited excellent time management skills when prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously under high-pressure situations.
- Participated in educational opportunities to continually improve nursing knowledge and enhance the quality of patient care provided.
- Gained valuable experience in caring for diverse patient populations, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and those with chronic conditions.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, Kentucky12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH06.1991
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Patient Education
- Health Promotion
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Differential diagnosis
- Patient Examination
- Treatment Plan Development
- Lab result evaluation
- Advanced physical examination
- Care Plan Development
- Chronic Disease Management
- Telehealth Proficiency
- Precepting
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
04.2007 - Current
Nurse Manager MICU/Cardiac Cath Lab
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.1995 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.1991 - 08.1995
VALOR Student
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
06.1990 - 09.1991
Master of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati