Mashiwa Beckett
Elizabeth City
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
Norfolk, VA
12.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
RN
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
Chesapeake, VA
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on best practices and hospital policies.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify needs and optimize care delivery.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in patient records.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
LPN/RN
Indian Creek Correctional Facility
Chesapeake, VA
06.2014 - 2016
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians to ensure patient well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to communicate with healthcare teams effectively.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, promoting patient-centered approaches for improved outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols and self-care techniques.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Completed Nurse call visits
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Westminster Of Canterbury
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2014 - 2015
- Enhanced patient care by ensuring adherence to nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic environment by enforcing infection control measures and facility regulations.
- Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, contributing to a positive work environment for staff members.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all pertinent information in electronic medical records systems.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families to ensure clear communication regarding care plans and progress updates.
- Mitigated risks and managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring patient safety and promptly addressing any concerns.
LPN Navigator
Sentara Home Care Services
Suffolk, VA
12.2012 - 05.2014
- Assisted in patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Educated patients on basic health practices and post-discharge instructions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuity of patient care.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels, through tele health monitor.
- Supported nursing staff with routine procedures and daily operations.
- Setup and confirmed pts schedules with RN's, Therapy, and other services.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College
Norfolk, VA11-2016
Associate of Arts - Prerequisite Classes For Nursing
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY01-2007
Timeline
RN
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
07.2020 - 09.2021
RN
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
12.2016 - Current
LPN/RN
Indian Creek Correctional Facility
06.2014 - 2016
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Westminster Of Canterbury
05.2014 - 2015
LPN Navigator
Sentara Home Care Services
12.2012 - 05.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College
Associate of Arts - Prerequisite Classes For Nursing
Suffolk County Community College