Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Horseback Riding, Hiking
Interests
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Christine Wokojance

Brook Park,Ohio

Summary

Seasoned LPN with a proven track record at University Hospitals Rainbow Children's Hospitals, showcasing expertise in HIPAA compliance and exceptional clinical judgment. Excelled in delivering patient-centered care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and providing emotional support, demonstrating a unique blend of technical proficiency and compassion.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

University Hospitals Rainbow Children's Hospitals
10.2010 - Current
  • Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
  • Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
  • Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
  • Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Took Triage Phone Calls for the Office
  • Scheduled Procedures for Patients

LPN Office Nurse

North Canton Medical Center
01.2000 - 08.2010
  • Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care or acceptable alternative venue.
  • Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
  • Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
  • Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

LPN Charge Nurse

Bridgepark Center for Rehabilitation
03.1992 - 12.1999

Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Epic].

  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.

LPN

Akron General Medical Center
07.1991 - 01.1992
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.

Education

No Degree - License Practical Nursing

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
05.1991

No Degree - Registered Nursing

University of Akron
Akron, OH

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Clinical judgment
  • Catheter care
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Immunization administration
  • Telephone triage
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Medication administration
  • Routine medical procedures
  • Direct patient care

Certification

Synagis Coordinator

Prior Authorization Coordinator

Horseback Riding, Hiking

Currently a 4-H Advisor for Rough Riders 4-H

Former Equestrian Coach for Hiram College

Jr. Fair Board Advisor for Summit County Fair Board

Love Hiking especially in Arizona

Interests

I Love to Travel especially to Arizona

Love working with Animals

Have Compassion with working with Children and Young Adults

Love Baseball and Football

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

University Hospitals Rainbow Children's Hospitals
10.2010 - Current

LPN Office Nurse

North Canton Medical Center
01.2000 - 08.2010

LPN Charge Nurse

Bridgepark Center for Rehabilitation
03.1992 - 12.1999

LPN

Akron General Medical Center
07.1991 - 01.1992

Synagis Coordinator

Prior Authorization Coordinator

No Degree - License Practical Nursing

Lorain County Community College

No Degree - Registered Nursing

University of Akron
Christine Wokojance