Maisha Riddick, MSN, RN
Elizabeth City,NC
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented MSN-prepared Registered Nurse and recent Family Nurse Practitioner graduate with diverse experience in outpatient, school-based, and dialysis settings. Skilled in team leadership, care coordination, and delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care. Successfully managed school health operations and implemented safety protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic. Passionate about improving outcomes in underserved and rural communities. Actively preparing for FNP board certification (AANP/ANCC) and seeking a leadership role blending clinical excellence and administrative growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for children and adolescents with complex mental health needs.
- Directed quality improvement and compliance initiatives, enhancing patient safety, clinical outcomes, and evidence-based care delivery for youth with behavioral health disorders.
- Led and mentored nursing and clinical support staff while overseeing medication administration and clinical operations, ensuring compliance with behavioral health best practices, physician orders, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Managed daily nursing operations for a residential behavioral health facility serving 90-100 children and adolescents with primary DSM mental health diagnoses, ensuring safe, therapeutic, and patient-centered care.
Charge Nurse – Chronic Dialysis
DaVita
07.2022 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with nephrologists, healthcare professionals, and interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans for 15–25 patients daily, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Educated patients on chronic illness management, improving adherence and outcomes.
- Ensured the accuracy and integrity of EMR documentation, supporting regulatory compliance, successful clinical audits, and timely, informed decision-making by interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Led and mentored clinical support staff, ensuring adherence to patient care standards and dialysis protocols while maintaining safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Supervised clinical support staff ensuring compliance with patient care standards, ensuring safe and efficient dialysis care delivery.
School Nurse (COVID-19 Response)
ProCare Therapy
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Delivered daily health services to 500+ students and staff during peak COVID season
- Managed COVID screenings, isolation protocols, and contact tracing
- Developed individualized health plans and educated school community on prevention
- Led coordination between school administration, parents, and public health officials
Professional Nurse – College Student Health Services
Elizabeth City State University
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Facilitated referrals for mental and reproductive health services
- Led STI education, wellness screenings, and outreach initiatives for students
- Monitored and assisted in COVID-19 testing and vaccination efforts on campus, providing patient education, coordinating care, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols to promote a healthy campus environment.
- Partnered with university leadership on health promotion and prevention programs.
- Trained Peer Health Educators and promoted campus-wide health campaigns
New Graduate RN – Med/Surg Unit
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Provided direct care for surgical and medical inpatients
- Conducted physical assessments, administered medications, and assisted with discharge planning
- Maintained EMR accuracy and upheld state/federal regulatory compliance
- Maintained thorough documentation to support continuity of care
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC05-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA11-2018
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC05-2012
Skills
- Leadership & Staff Coordination
- Preventive & Primary Care (Pediatrics, Adults, Women's Health)
- Acute & Chronic Disease Management
- Community & School-Based Health
- Patient & Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- EMR Documentation (Epic, Cerner)
- HIPAA Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Infection Control & COVID-19 Protocols
- Crisis Management & Emergency Response
Certification
- Registered Nurse – North Carolina Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Current
- FNP Board Exam – Pending (AANP/ANCC Eligible)
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- FNP Student Clinician
- Spectrum Medical Care – Raleigh, NC | Mar 2024 – May 2025
- Provided full-scope primary care in rural outpatient settings for diverse populations
- Managed acute/chronic conditions, preventive care, adult, women's health, and pediatric visits
- Conducted assessments, interpreted diagnostics, and developed care plans
- Educated patients on lifestyle changes, disease prevention, and medication adherence
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center
10.2025 - 02.2026
Charge Nurse – Chronic Dialysis
DaVita
07.2022 - 01.2025
School Nurse (COVID-19 Response)
ProCare Therapy
01.2022 - 06.2022
Professional Nurse – College Student Health Services
Elizabeth City State University
11.2019 - 09.2021
New Graduate RN – Med/Surg Unit
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
01.2019 - 06.2019
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Winston-Salem State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Elizabeth City State University