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Undergraduate Studies ePortfolio

Beatrice RussellPsychology, 2010

Personal Statement

My career goals are to work in a behavioral health unit to incorporate treatment plans that treat the client as a whole person by incorporating Psychology and Nursing to assist the clients as best as I can. My goal is the integration of preventive health, social-clinical interface, social cognition, implicit social psychology, and aging. I am a goal oriented, innovative, high achiever with over fifteen years experience in

healthcare and related industries with strong analytical, inter-personal and team working skills. I have proven negotiation and influencing skills and a strong record of accomplishment in driving successful working relationships. I am active in my community and my church setting focusing on healing and wellness.

Another side of me

This represents me when I am not studying or working.

Resume

Beatrice Goodman-RussellBeatrice Goodman-Russell

Uniondale, NY 11553Uniondale, NY 11553E-mail: goodmanbeatrice@yahoo.comE-mail: goodmanbeatrice@yahoo.com

Personal Profile

My career goals are to work in a behavioral health unit to incorporate treatment plans that treat the client as a whole person by incorporating Psychology and Nursing to assist the clients as best as I can. My goal is the integration of preventive health, social-clinical interface, social cognition, implicit social psychology, and aging

Key skills

– Consistent track record of driving developing Care Maps for care of various clients

– Experienced team member with demonstrable success in launching meditative workshops

– Extensive health care experience with direct teaching for clients and family members

– Ability to manage practical nurses and ancillary members

– BLS/AED/CPR certified – PICC line insertion certified

Key achievements

– Professional Licensure as a Registered Nurse. Successfully completed Board examination August 2000

– Business Relationship Management. Built successful new business relationships with target customers and drove cross-functional working relationships within diverse Health Ministries in various churches on Long Island, NY

– Major healthcare conference presentations. Delivered successful Key Note addresses at Memorial Presbyterian Church, First Baptist of Freeport, Bethel AME of Copiague and have delivered several key workshops

– Structured the Health Ministries in Church. Set up the policy and procedures assuring effective assessment of members of the congregation until EMS arrives and transfer to their care

Career Details

NSLIJ-ManhassetUnit Behavioral Health Nurse

April 2010— PresentDeveloped nursing assessment plans, implement and

evaluated the chronically ill and mentally ill patients.Educated patients and families about disease process,

preventative care, and health promotion/maintenance.

Apply a variety of nursing skills to compliment the treatment and therapy of patients

Career Details

Carnegie Associates Ltd., NY, NYAdministrative Assistant

October 2007—November 2009

Answer Phones, filing, typing, and assist Underwriting team and CEO

Preview medical records of potential clients

Career Details

Advance Care Home Infusion, Farmingdale, NY RN COORDINATOR May 2000—

August 2006Developed nursing assessment plans, implement and evaluated the

chronically ill and terminal patients.Educated patients and families about disease process, preventative care,

and health promotion/maintenance. Applied a variety of nursing skills to compliment the treatment and

therapy of patients who had terminal disease(s) such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, AID, etc. including administering of chemo-therapeutic agents

Work with specialty pharmacies, and insurance companies to facilitate specialized treatment in an effective, efficient, and timely manner.

Construct and maintain patient treatment calendar/schedule. Precepted and conducted evaluations of new field RNs; monitored HHAs. Conducted ante partum, postpartum, and new assessments

Career Details

Medistaff Home Health Services, Port Jefferson, NY

FIELD CLINICIAN (Part-Time) October 2000—August 2006

Provided a variety of medical services and needs in various settings as requested and needed. Such schools, hospitals, homes, doctor offices and setting that are required to provide medical services/treatment.

Career Details

DOCTORSOFFICENTER, East Meadow City, NYTRIAGE NURSE August 2000—

January 2002Provided supervision for LPN and M.A. staff.Provided care for patients in emergent process from admission to

discharge.Maintained discharge area and staff.Administered all medication as prescribed by M.D.Performed nursing assessment plan, implement and evaluated chronically

and terminally ill patients.Educated patients and families about disease process, preventative care,

and health promotion/maintenance. Administered IV therapies such as IV antibiotics, steroids, analgesics, pain

management and monitored patients for adverse effects.

Career Details

Medical Personnel Pool, Garden City, NY SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL NURSE August 1987— January 1999Geriatric Nursing Conducted health screenings; Vision, Hearing, Height, Weight, Scoliosis, Dental,

and others as neededProvided emergency first aidProvided health counseling regarding chronic illness, nutrition, disease prevention,

positive lifestylesImplemented and monitors students' compliance with state immunization lawsActed as a resource person for faculty and staffMade referrals to appropriate community resourcesParticipated in professional conferences with community agenciesServed as a liaison for recording and reporting child abuse to the department of

social servicesServed in nursing home facilities on an as needed basis to for short staffingAdministered medications, treatments, assignments for staff, paperwork

Education & Qualifications

2009 to 2010 Argosy University (Online) Pending Psychology of Science Degree June 2010 (Honors)1997 to 1999 Nassau Community CollegeAssociates of Applied Science Nursing1986-1987 Nassau Tech formerly BocesPractical Nursing (basics of nursing theory and practicum)

Member of ANA and APA Personal InformationDate of Birth: 7 August 1962 and Nationality: American ReferencesAvailable on request

Reflection

Prior to my entrance in Argosy University’s on line Psychology program, I had an understanding of the discipline of psychology.

After taking the various courses in the program and completing the various assignments, researching, participating in online group assignments and writing papers, I have a better understanding and appreciation for this field.

Many of the classes has been challenging and fulfilling. I started working on the Behavioral health unit after starting the

program and between the two an enhancement and clarity of the behavioral problems and cognitive process has become real to me.

I am a visual and hands on learner so working with this clientele has assisted in my success in many of the courses.

Table of Contents

Cognitive Abilities: Critical Thinking and Information Literacy

Research SkillsCommunication Skills: Oral and WrittenEthics and Diversity AwarenessFoundations of PsychologyApplied PsychologyInterpersonal Effectiveness

Cognitive Abilities: Critical Thinking and Information Literacy

Rafael's Research Team---Copy of Cognitive abilities submitted in Dec. 09.doc

When reviewing my submission for Cognitive abilities, I submitted an assignment that demonstrated my ability to problem solve with analysis and all the appropriate use of information and resources.

Research Skills

What affect if any does behavioral group counseling and lifestyle changes have on diabetes-Quasi-experimentation--Copy of Research Proposal submitted Dec. 19.doc

When reviewing my submission for Research skills, I submitted an assignment that implemented the research process with a thorough examination of the subject matter. The paper supports Ability to obtain, arrange, classify, and describe information from a variety of appropriate sources pertinent to the chosen topic when completing a project in psychology.

Communication Skills: Oral and Written

Marjorie and Walter-Sexual attitude-Submission for effective communication-Human Sexuality.doc

When reviewing my Communication skills written convey a clear understanding of finding a subject and exploring it and giving conclusions.

Ethics and Diversity Awareness

Ethical Issues in the Counseling Process -For ethics and diversity awareness submission---Ethical Issues in Counseling 2.doc

When reviewing my ethics and diversity awareness, the assignment submitted supports my understanding of the ethical issues that arise and even in diverse cultures the need to maintain ethics exist.

Foundations of Psychology

Integrative Perspective-Knowledge of Foundations of the Field 3.doc

When reviewing my submission for knowledge of foundations of the field, I submitted a paper, which integrated the various theories in a therapy session.

Applied Psychology

Integrating Personality Theories a Self-Reflection-Knowledge of my ability to apply Pscyhology.doc

When reviewing my submission for knowledge of applied psychology, I see that the paper reflects and demonstrates an ability of describing the major established and emerging areas of applied psychology. The demonstration of an understanding of how psychological principles may apply to issues and situations at a personal, social, and/or organizational level is present.

Interpersonal Effectiveness

Maladaptive Behavior and Psychopathology-Psychological Test Analysis-submission for Interpersonal effectiveness.doc

When reviewing my submission for interpersonal effectiveness, I see the paper demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively, appreciate diversity and cultural sensitivity with an awareness of impact on others.

Critical Thinking

Second The problem with the present Diagnostic Statistical Manual.ppt

My Future in Learning

Learning is a lifelong process. How do you envision your future as a lifelong learner? When reviewing my strengths overall during the course of my life, I have achieved many of my goals and have made significant impact on many lives as a nurse. I am eager to learn and find that learning is a life long process. I consider myself fortunate to be able to process thoughts effectively and apply to daily situations. When reviewing my weakness I strive for perfection and no one is perfect. I also could have achieved further education from formal schooling early on but put it off for so many years. I am grateful to achieve my Psychology degree now and continue to pursue education through life circumstances.

I will also continue this pursuit of life learning by remembering the importance of always having a book to enhance knowledge. It does not matter if it takes a year or a week to read a book. I will always strive to have a book that I am reading. I have a list of things to learn as a reminder of new areas of study to accomplish. I am in a career that encourages continual learning and promotes intellectual freedom, and challenges me.

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