Yoobin Hong
Nolanville,Texas
Summary
Dynamic nurse practitioner resident at Central Texas Veterans Health Care System with expertise in advanced patient assessment and healthcare collaboration. Proven track record of improving patient outcomes through effective communication and comprehensive care plans. Bilingual in English and Korean, committed to enhancing patient education and engagement in health management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner Resident
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Temple, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Completed structured NP residency training in VA health system, enhancing clinical competencies.
- Gained diverse experience in outpatient and inpatient VA clinical settings, contributing to comprehensive patient care.
- Applied advanced assessment techniques to evaluate patient conditions in clinical settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Developed independent clinical practice skills through direct faculty preceptorship, fostering professional growth.
Registered Nurse - Gastroenterology Unit
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Temple, TX
02.2021 - 08.2025
- Conducted critical care assessments and documentation for GI patients, ensuring comprehensive patient care across multiple clinical areas.
- Monitored and assessed vital signs, pain levels, and daily patient evaluations.
- Administered high-risk medications including heparin drips, narcotic infusions, and antirejection IV medications.
- Administered medications following the 5 'R's' of medication administration.
- Cross-trained and obtained competencies in colonoscopy, EGD, ERCP, EUS, FNA, PEG tube placement, and pill capsule endoscopy.
- Performed phlebotomy, lab draws, and initiated peripheral IV access.
- Provided oxygen therapy, IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medications via multiple routes during emergent situations.
- Reported abnormal test results and symptom changes to healthcare providers and implemented orders promptly.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes and medication management.
Registered Nurse - Kidney Transplant, Urology, and Medical-Surgical Unit
Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital
Temple, TX
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Supported complex, specialized, and potentially life-threatening procedures, enhancing patient safety and care outcomes.
- Managed daily care for 5 patients on a 40-bed acute care unit, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Assessed patient status and maintained ongoing communication with physicians regarding condition changes.
- Performed independent patient assessments and prioritized care based on clinical status.
- Monitored vital signs, pain levels, and conducted daily patient evaluations.
- Created and implemented comprehensive nursing care plans tailored to individual needs of acute and chronically ill patients.
- Followed hyper- and hypoglycemia management protocols and monitored vascular equipment.
- Trained in blood administration and critical care medication management.
- Operated specialized medical equipment including Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) pumps.
Student Nurse Technician
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Temple, TX
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Delivered direct care for acute, complex, and long-term patients, ensuring accurate documentation and observation.
- Promptly reported changes in patient cognition or clinical status to nursing staff.
- Maintained sterile technique during direct patient care.
- Executed purposeful hourly rounding to improve patient satisfaction and engagement.
- Facilitated patient education and supported basic care activities to promote recovery and well-being.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX01-2018
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Advanced cardiac care protocols
- Family education
- Healthcare collaboration
- Health record documentation
- Basic cardiac interventions
- Bilingual communication (English/Korean)
Certification
- Basic Life Support for Providers, American Heart Association, 2020
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support for Providers, American Heart Association, 2020
- Essentials of Critical Care Orientation (ECCO) - Complete Critical Care Course, AACN
Awards
- Caring Kidney Award, STC3 Shared Governance Committee, 07/19
- Employee of the Month, 08/19
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Korean, Fluent
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Resident
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Gastroenterology Unit
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
02.2021 - 08.2025
Registered Nurse - Kidney Transplant, Urology, and Medical-Surgical Unit
Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital
02.2019 - 02.2021
Student Nurse Technician
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
05.2017 - 12.2018
Master of Science - Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor