Cristina Vlas
Sicklerville,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner student with extensive experience at Cafonecare Pediatrics, Pennsbury Medical Practice, We Care Medical Group, and Dr. Bennov's office excels in patient assessment and health education. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and develop comprehensive treatment plans. Skilled in electronic health records and critical thinking, dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and disease prevention strategies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner Student
Cafonecare Pediatrics
Mullica Hill, New Jersey
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and health history evaluations.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health management strategies.
- Assisted in routine physical examinations and diagnostic procedures.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records system accurately.
- Provided support during patient procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding treatment options and follow-up care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Maintained accurate medical records documenting patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, progress notes, lab results.
Nurse Practitioner Student
We Care Medical Group
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and health history evaluations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Assisted in routine physical examinations and diagnostic procedures.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and assessments of patients in a variety of settings.
- Ordered laboratory tests, imaging studies, medications, treatments, and other interventions as needed for diagnosis and treatment.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare personnel.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Benjamin Bennov
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health management strategies.
- Assisted in routine physical examinations and diagnostic procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues.
- Maintained accurate medical records documenting patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, progress notes, lab results.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing clinical situations and making decisions about patient care.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and assessments of patients in a variety of settings.
- Provided referrals to specialists as necessary for further evaluation or treatment.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Pennsbury Medical Practice
Morrisville, PA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and health history evaluations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health management strategies.
- Assisted in routine physical examinations and diagnostic procedures.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records system accurately.
- Provided support during patient procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding treatment options and follow-up care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes to improve overall health outcomes.
Nurse Resident
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
Philadelphia, PA
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assisted in delivering compassionate care to pediatric patients and families.
Nursing Student
Doylestown Health
Philadelphia, PA
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Supported patients with basic functions, including eating and walking.
- Bathed and changed patients as requested by head nurse.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Measured and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Nursing Student
Nazareth Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Supported patients with basic functions, including eating and walking.
- Bathed and changed patients as requested by head nurse.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Nurse
Mercy Hospital Medical Center
Philadelphia, PA
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Aided patients with functional mobility and daily task performance to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Performed assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of care for assigned patients, including discharge planning, utilizing interdisciplinary team approach.
Health Insurance Claims Adjudicator
RRS
Deptford, NJ
05.2016 - 04.2018
- Reviewed claims for accuracy before submitting for billing.
- Sent clinical request and missing information letters to obtain incomplete information.
- Tracked differences between plans to correctly determine eligibility and assess claims against benefits and data entry requirements.
- Based payment or denials of medical claims upon well-established criteria for claims processing.
Sales Associate
Kohl's
Turnersville, NJ
09.2011 - 09.2014
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
Babysitter
Paula Duda
Clinton, NJ
07.2008 - 08.2009
- Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Kept environments safe and removed hazards.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ05.2016
Associate of Science - Biology
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ12.2013
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Treatment planning
- Critical thinking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Diagnostic reasoning
- Chronic disease management
- Health education administration
- Reproductive health education services
- Geriatric care
- Immunization administration
- Advanced physical examination
- Disease prevention
- Cultural history
- Health promotion
- Obstetric and gynecologic care
- Medical charting
- Active listening
- Healthcare education
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
FNP-BC April, 2025
BLS August, 2024
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Romanian
Professional
Russian
Limited
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Student
Cafonecare Pediatrics
09.2024 - 12.2024
Nurse Practitioner Student
We Care Medical Group
05.2024 - 08.2024
Nurse Practitioner Student
Benjamin Bennov
01.2024 - 08.2024
Nurse Practitioner Student
Pennsbury Medical Practice
01.2024 - 05.2024
Nurse Resident
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
07.2021 - 08.2023
Nursing Student
Doylestown Health
09.2020 - 12.2020
Nursing Student
Nazareth Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2020
Nurse
Mercy Hospital Medical Center
10.2019 - 12.2019
Health Insurance Claims Adjudicator
RRS
05.2016 - 04.2018
Sales Associate
Kohl's
09.2011 - 09.2014
Babysitter
Paula Duda
07.2008 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
La Salle University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gwynedd Mercy University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Rutgers University
Associate of Science - Biology
Camden County College
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