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Renee Palmore Beaman

Wilmington,DE

Summary

Dedicated and passionate Nurse/Executive Administrator with strong organizational skills eager to explore the academic setting to train and teach others for human service/nursing careers.


Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director, Division of State Service Centers

Department Of Health And Social Services
State Of Delaware
01.2014 - Current
  • Oversee operations for (15) fifteen statewide Service Centers, the State Office of Volunteerism and the Office of Community Services (140 staff).
  • Works closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
  • Manages daily operations while overseeing multiple locations.
  • Establishes departmental performance goals.
  • Spearheads innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning such as the introduction of trauma informed approaches to over 1000 Department staff.
  • Established an emergency housing program to support over 13,000 Delawareans needing housing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Executive Director

Beautiful Gate Outreach Center
Wilmington, DE
09.2001 - 01.2014
  • Oversight of all operations and staffing
  • Worked closely with the board of directors to guide operational strategy for HIV prevention, outreach and treatment.
  • Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
  • Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
  • Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
  • Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.

School Nurse

Red Clay Consolidated School District
Wilmington, DE
08.1997 - 08.2001
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care to approximately 450 students and staff.
  • Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
  • Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
  • Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.

School Nurse

Colonial School District - New Castle De
New Castle, DE
10.1993 - 08.1997
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care to 650 students.
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
  • Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
  • Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.

Education

Master of Science - Healthcare Administration

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL
05.1982

Skills

  • Hearing and Vision Screening
  • School Health Surveys
  • Program Development
  • Behavioral Evaluations
  • Family Education
  • HIV Prevention Education
  • Trauma Informed Approach Trainer

Accomplishments

Established the Trauma Informed Approach curriculum in partnership with Wilmington University for the Delaware Department of Health & Social Services (Divisions of State Service Center, Social Services and Child Support Services)-2017


Received the Governor's Compassionate Champion Award for Trauma Awareness (2019)


Selected speaker for the International HIV Conference-Faith/HIV Seminar (Washington, DC) 2012


Featured in a national documentary of HIV and the Black Church called, "The Gospel of Healing." (Paul Grant, Producer)


Induction into the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women (2008)


Received the National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Leadership Award (2006)



Affiliations

National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Delaware Chapter (former Health Committee Chair)


Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Wilmington Alumnae Chapter (former Chair of the International Awareness & Involvement Committee)


Delaware Nurses Association Member


National Nurses Association Member

Certification

  • Certified Trauma Informed Approach Train the Trainer
  • Certified HIV Counselor and Training
  • Certified HIV Educator/Presenter
  • Licensed Registered Nurse (Delaware)

Timeline

Director, Division of State Service Centers

Department Of Health And Social Services
01.2014 - Current

Executive Director

Beautiful Gate Outreach Center
09.2001 - 01.2014

School Nurse

Red Clay Consolidated School District
08.1997 - 08.2001

School Nurse

Colonial School District - New Castle De
10.1993 - 08.1997

Master of Science - Healthcare Administration

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Tuskegee University

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