Cristina D. Ilijevski
1269 Concord St. NW,OH
Summary
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner. Dedicated employee successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and organizing projects to improve quality of patient care. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Wanting to become part of a professional and dynamic healthcare organization as an A-GNP-C
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Pinnacle Care Providers
Canton, OH
05.2023 - Current
- Performed physical examinations and assessments, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
- Educated patients on health topics and disease prevention strategies.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, COPD, depression and anxiety disorders.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications for improved health outcomes.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists when necessary.
- Maintained accurate medical records according to HIPAA regulations.
- Advised nursing staff regarding patient care decisions.
- Prescribed topical medications, antibiotics, oral medications and other treatments as appropriate.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits with patients to ensure successful outcomes from treatments.
- Assessed and monitored the condition of wounds, including size, shape, color, drainage, and healing rate.
- Administered topical treatments such as topical antibiotics, hydrogels, alginates, and foams dressings.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the facility to assess current patient conditions and provide necessary interventions when needed.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with chronic pain due to their wounds.
- Consulted with physicians regarding appropriate dressing materials for various types of wounds.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients with chronic wounds.
Charge Nurse
Western Reserve Hospital
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
11.2014 - 06.2022
- Assign incoming bed assignments
- Assist in emergency situations
- Create assignment for oncoming shift
- Communicate with nurses, technical assistants, radiologists, phlebotomists, environmental services, maintenance, residents, and attendings
- Preceptor for new nurses
- Experience with medical-surgical floors, ICU, and ED
Resident Assistant
Centennial Court C&D at Kent State University
Kent, OH
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Demonstrated flexibility by starting mid-year
- Maintained professionalism when enforcing policies through the building
- Creatively planned programs and made bulletin boards and flyers
- Organized week to include job and school responsibilities
- Enhanced therapeutic communication with residents
Head Lifeguard
Lake Cable
Canton, OH
06.2007 - 08.2013
- Head lifeguard by June 2009
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations
- Administered first aid and CPR in response to life-threatening situations
- Demonstrated flexibility by training to work concessions
- First established activity director with bi-monthly activities planned
Education
Masters of Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner -
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2022
Bachelor of Science of Nursing -
Kent State University And Honors College
Kent, OH04.2014
Skills
- Energetic
- Adaptable
- Flexible
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Problem-Solving
- Standards of Care
- Disease Prevention Education
- Patient-Centered Care
Affiliations
- Member of Sigma Theta Tau International: Delta Xi Chapter, 3/2013 – current
- Member of Students for Professional Nursing, 8/2013 – 5/2014
- Volunteer experiences: Hiram Farm in Hiram, Ohio & St. John’s in Canton, Ohio
- Attended Stop the Bleed course
- Completed Crucial Conversations course
- Medical Assisting Advisory Board Member (2020 - present)
Certification
- ACLS certified
- BLS certified
- NIH stroke certified
- Telemetry certified
Clinical Experiences
- Adult Gerontology Primary Care I
- Western Reserve Hospital – Preceptor Kim Miller, MD – 12 hours
- McKinley Health Care Center – Preceptor Kim Piro, CNP – 130 hours
- Underserved population: Cleveland Foot & Ankle Clinic – 16 hours
- Family and Adult Gerontology
- Diabetes and Endocrinology Associates of Stark County – Preceptor Kelli Baker, CNP – 75 hours
- Adult Gerontology Primary Care II: Chronically Ill Adults
- Falcon Healthcare – Preceptor Andrew Herman, MD – 74 hours
- Community Family Health Center – Preceptor Kristen Keyser, CNP – 78 hours
- Adult Gerontology Primary Care III
- Family Practice Associates – Preceptor Jeff Hershberger, CNP – 140 hours
- Hospice of Western Reserve – Preceptor Jan Mecklenburg, CNP – 20 hours
Timeline
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Pinnacle Care Providers
05.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse
Western Reserve Hospital
11.2014 - 06.2022
Resident Assistant
Centennial Court C&D at Kent State University
01.2013 - 05.2014
Head Lifeguard
Lake Cable
06.2007 - 08.2013
Masters of Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner -
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science of Nursing -
Kent State University And Honors College
- ACLS certified
- BLS certified
- NIH stroke certified
- Telemetry certified
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