Amanda Grippo, RN, MSN, CRNP Lackawanna Medical Group Inspiration: Since I was a little girl, I wanted to work in the medical field. While visiting an ill family member at Hershey Medical Center, the compassion of the medical staff prompted my ambition to enter the field. I knew it was the perfect fit because of my compassion, kindheartedness and patience. While working as a registered nurse at Moses Taylor Hospital, I wanted to continue my education and expand my autonomy as a caregiver by becoming a nurse practitioner. My recent work with cosmetic injectables has also allowed me to combine my passion for skin care and beauty. Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Wilkes University, Master of Science in Nursing, The University of Scranton Path to current role: I joined the group when I graduated and first became a Nurse Practitioner. Lackawanna Medical has given me autonomy and has allowed me to fulfill my goals with working with cosmetic injectables. Responsibilities: I work with patients in Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine and office-based, non-surgical cosmetic procedures like Botox and Dermal Fillers. How I motivate others: Positivity and high morale. If you have a positive outlook and are happy to be at work, it is contagious! Describe a memorable patient care experience: Whether it is working with gastroenterology, internal medicine, or cosmetic injectables, nothing is more rewarding than when a patient tells you that you have made a difference in their life for the better. When it comes to the cosmetic injectables, I am able to build patients’ confidence by making them look like a better version of themselves. People may not know that nurses... Are very particular and OCD. We like everything done right and perfectly! Most rewarding aspect: With cosmetic injectables, it has been the high patient satisfaction. When clients tell 84
me they are extremely satisfied with their results and they have never looked better, I know I have made a difference in their lives in terms of enhancing their confidence and self-esteem. Favorite health tip: Always drink plenty of water; your skin will love you for it! Family: Mother, Maryellen Grippo; father, William Grippo; sister, Nina Francesca Grippo; grandmother, Anna Grippo. Hobbies: Fashion, makeup, skin care and cooking! Three words that describe me: Friendly, positive, hardworking Where I grew up: Old Forge
Christine Gaughan, RN Volunteers in Medicine Inspiration: Caring for my severely arthritic, disabled father. Education: Licensed Practical Nursing Program, WilkesBarre Vo-Tech, 1984 Path to current role: I joined in 2008 to pursue a new career challenge, and I was enthusiastic about the Volunteers in Medicine mission. Responsibilities: I am the Nursing Director and Clinical Care Management Coordinator. Motivation in the workplace: The ability to be part of a team that provides quality, comprehensive medical care to the working lowincome individuals who are unable to afford healthcare insurance coverage, as well as spending the majority of my day with people who love what they do. How I motivate others: By maintaining a friendly, pleasant atmosphere that continues to attract volunteers in every field of healthcare. Share a memorable patient experience: Beautiful Maria and her very dapper husband, Luis, received medical care at the clinic. When I would hear them at the reception area asking if "Miss Kris" was available, I would just melt. They were always so polite, soft-spoken and gracious for any services rendered; they just made you smile. During a routine pap, Maria was found to have a cervical lesion, which was positive for cervical cancer. The couple was devastated, and I was overwhelmed with sadness at
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