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Kara Drekonja

Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Minneapolis, MN Minneapolis Va Health Care System
[email protected] (555) 123-4567 linkedin.com/in/...
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
9 years at Minneapolis Va Health Care System
Gender
Female
Connections
162
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,546 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Practitioner specialty. Kara Drekonja is one of them.
  • 1,235 Nurse Practitioners are based in MN (out of 29,924 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 25 contacts at Minneapolis Va Health Care System are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse Practitioner compensation in MN: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $128,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurse Practitioners in MN: Mayo Clinic (109), Fairview Health Services (44), Allina Health (41).
  • 2% of Nurse Practitioners in MN hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 82% of Nurse Practitioners in MN have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed September 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
St. Catherine University
2016
Gustavus Adolphus College
Bachelor of Arts
1996
Park Senior High School
1992
Skills
Medical Devices Clinical Research Healthcare Electrophysiology Nursing Ekg Troubleshooting Cath Lab Interventional Cardiology Defibrillator
About Minneapolis Va Health Care System
Industry
Hospital & Health Care
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Professional Overview

Kara Drekonja is a Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner, currently affiliated with Minneapolis Va Health Care System, based in Minneapolis, MN. As a nurse practitioner, Drekonja contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Minneapolis, MN. They have been with Minneapolis Va Health Care System for 9 years. Drekonja holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Arts, from St. Catherine University and Gustavus Adolphus College. Core competencies include Medical Devices, Clinical Research, Healthcare, Electrophysiology, Nursing. Minneapolis Va Health Care System operates in the Hospital & Health Care sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse practitioner professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse practitioner specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Minneapolis, MN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kara Drekonja located?
Kara Drekonja is based in Minneapolis, MN. They are currently affiliated with Minneapolis Va Health Care System.
What is Kara Drekonja's specialty?
Kara Drekonja specializes in Nurse Practitioner. Their current role is Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner.
Where does Kara Drekonja currently work?
Kara Drekonja currently works at Minneapolis Va Health Care System. They have been there for 9 years.
What is Kara Drekonja's educational background?
Kara Drekonja attended St. Catherine University and Gustavus Adolphus College.
How do I contact Kara Drekonja for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse Practitioner?
Recruiting nurse practitioners typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurse practitioners across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in MN?
Nurse Practitioners in MN typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $128,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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