Beatrice
Goodman
April 2025
Beatrice
Goodman
,
MSN-ED, MA, BSN, BA, RN
Northeast Region of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc
Washington
,
DC
United States
As an educator in both practical nursing and Med-Surg nursing, she instills a strong sense of clinical competency in her students while prioritizing holistic care. Her hands-on approach to teaching ensures that students understand the real-world implications of nursing care, blending scientific knowledge with compassionate practices.
Describe this person’s passion for nursing:
Beatrice Goodman is an individual whose passion for nursing is not only apparent in her work but also in every action she takes. She is dedicated to advancing the profession by ensuring her students are both clinically skilled and compassionate caregivers. As an Assistant Director of Nursing at Transitions Career Institute, Beatrice guides future nurses with patience, empathy, and a deep understanding of the impact of healthcare on individual lives. She fosters a learning environment where students not only master the science of nursing but also the art of care—highlighting the importance of compassion, respect, and understanding in every interaction with patients and families. Beatrice exemplifies the very essence of nursing, approaching each day with the desire to make a lasting, positive impact on others' health and well-being.
Clinical Excellence:
Beatrice exemplifies clinical excellence in every aspect of her role. As an educator in both practical nursing and Med-Surg nursing, she instills a strong sense of clinical competency in her students while prioritizing holistic care. Her hands-on approach to teaching ensures that students understand the real-world implications of nursing care, blending scientific knowledge with compassionate practices. She has demonstrated clinical excellence by participating in health initiatives such as leading a childhood obesity program in Nassau County through the NYSDOH, where she helped identify and address health risks in vulnerable populations. Additionally, her work as a CPR instructor further showcases her commitment to ensuring that others have the skills to provide emergency care.
Community Service:
Beatrice’s commitment to community service extends far beyond her professional duties. As an active member of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc., she participates in various service projects aimed at improving health and wellness in underserved communities. Her leadership of the National Praise Dance Team and her involvement in the North East Region Health Committee reflect her dedication to uplifting the community through wellness initiatives and health education. Beatrice's volunteer work with the American Red Cross Disaster Health Services further exemplifies her dedication to providing compassionate care in times of crisis. Her commitment to the health and well-being of others is demonstrated through countless hours of service and a continuous desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those around her.
Respect for Patients and Families:
Beatrice treats every patient, family member, and student with the utmost respect. Her approach to care is rooted in empathy and kindness, recognizing the individuality of each person and their unique needs. She fosters an environment in both her classroom and clinical settings where patients’ emotional, social, and psychological needs are prioritized alongside their physical health. By encouraging students to approach their nursing practice with this same level of respect and compassion, Beatrice ensures that future nurses will continue to provide care that is not just technically proficient but also deeply humane.
Integral Member of the Team:
Beatrice is a collaborative team player, whether within the educational institution or the broader healthcare community. Her role as a faculty member and leader within Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. showcases her ability to work cohesively with others to achieve common goals. She is a mentor, a role model, and a vital contributor to creating an environment where teamwork is valued. Beatrice is actively involved in facilitating chapter service projects and works diligently to promote health equity, working with a variety of healthcare professionals and community leaders to address pressing health disparities. Her contributions to team-based care and advocacy for the underserved make her an indispensable asset to any team she is a part of.
Nurses Advancing Health Equity DAISY Award
Describe how an individual nurse or nurse-led team goes above and beyond in caring for patients and families who are disadvantaged demographically, psycho-socially, or economically:
Beatrice Goodman is a true advocate for health equity, demonstrating a profound commitment to advancing the health of vulnerable populations. Through her work with Transitions Career Institute, she trains the next generation of nurses to understand the importance of not only providing excellent clinical care but also recognizing the social and economic factors that impact health outcomes. Her leadership in programs like the childhood obesity initiative in Nassau County highlights her dedication to addressing the root causes of health disparities. Beatrice’s work extends to vulnerable communities in need of specialized care, focusing on the social determinants of health, including access to healthcare, education, and resources.
Describe their contributions within the healthcare facility or their academic setting or in vulnerable communities at large:
In her capacity as Assistant Director of Nursing, Beatrice’s contributions are multifaceted. She encourages students to work with diverse populations, empowering them to make a real difference in underserved communities. Beatrice’s leadership in Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. further demonstrates her commitment to health equity. By organizing wellness initiatives and outreach programs, she works tirelessly to increase access to healthcare resources for underserved individuals. Her role in facilitating health equity discussions and supporting community-based health education projects ensures that those who are disadvantaged both demographically and socioeconomically receive the care and support they deserve.
Describe how the nominee exhibits the ability to address social needs of vulnerable populations with sustainable impact (outcomes data):
Beatrice has consistently demonstrated an ability to create lasting impact within vulnerable populations. Her work in the childhood obesity program, for example, resulted in improved awareness and education for families about health and wellness, leading to positive behavioral changes within those communities. By integrating health education and community outreach, Beatrice ensures that interventions are not only effective but also sustainable, empowering individuals and families to maintain healthier lifestyles. Her leadership and advocacy for health equity have led to measurable outcomes in patient education and health improvement, reinforcing her ability to address the social needs of vulnerable populations in a lasting way.
Must support the Sorority’s Mission and Values:
Beatrice Goodman fully embodies the mission and values of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. Her lifelong commitment to "Service for Humanity" shines through her educational, volunteer, and community outreach efforts. She advocates for the underserved and strives to provide equitable healthcare solutions, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of background, receive the care they deserve. Her actions reflect Chi Eta Phi’s dedication to advancing nursing through compassion, care, and service, making her an outstanding representative of the sorority's mission and values.
Beatrice Goodman is an individual whose passion for nursing is not only apparent in her work but also in every action she takes. She is dedicated to advancing the profession by ensuring her students are both clinically skilled and compassionate caregivers. As an Assistant Director of Nursing at Transitions Career Institute, Beatrice guides future nurses with patience, empathy, and a deep understanding of the impact of healthcare on individual lives. She fosters a learning environment where students not only master the science of nursing but also the art of care—highlighting the importance of compassion, respect, and understanding in every interaction with patients and families. Beatrice exemplifies the very essence of nursing, approaching each day with the desire to make a lasting, positive impact on others' health and well-being.
Clinical Excellence:
Beatrice exemplifies clinical excellence in every aspect of her role. As an educator in both practical nursing and Med-Surg nursing, she instills a strong sense of clinical competency in her students while prioritizing holistic care. Her hands-on approach to teaching ensures that students understand the real-world implications of nursing care, blending scientific knowledge with compassionate practices. She has demonstrated clinical excellence by participating in health initiatives such as leading a childhood obesity program in Nassau County through the NYSDOH, where she helped identify and address health risks in vulnerable populations. Additionally, her work as a CPR instructor further showcases her commitment to ensuring that others have the skills to provide emergency care.
Community Service:
Beatrice’s commitment to community service extends far beyond her professional duties. As an active member of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc., she participates in various service projects aimed at improving health and wellness in underserved communities. Her leadership of the National Praise Dance Team and her involvement in the North East Region Health Committee reflect her dedication to uplifting the community through wellness initiatives and health education. Beatrice's volunteer work with the American Red Cross Disaster Health Services further exemplifies her dedication to providing compassionate care in times of crisis. Her commitment to the health and well-being of others is demonstrated through countless hours of service and a continuous desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those around her.
Respect for Patients and Families:
Beatrice treats every patient, family member, and student with the utmost respect. Her approach to care is rooted in empathy and kindness, recognizing the individuality of each person and their unique needs. She fosters an environment in both her classroom and clinical settings where patients’ emotional, social, and psychological needs are prioritized alongside their physical health. By encouraging students to approach their nursing practice with this same level of respect and compassion, Beatrice ensures that future nurses will continue to provide care that is not just technically proficient but also deeply humane.
Integral Member of the Team:
Beatrice is a collaborative team player, whether within the educational institution or the broader healthcare community. Her role as a faculty member and leader within Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. showcases her ability to work cohesively with others to achieve common goals. She is a mentor, a role model, and a vital contributor to creating an environment where teamwork is valued. Beatrice is actively involved in facilitating chapter service projects and works diligently to promote health equity, working with a variety of healthcare professionals and community leaders to address pressing health disparities. Her contributions to team-based care and advocacy for the underserved make her an indispensable asset to any team she is a part of.
Nurses Advancing Health Equity DAISY Award
Describe how an individual nurse or nurse-led team goes above and beyond in caring for patients and families who are disadvantaged demographically, psycho-socially, or economically:
Beatrice Goodman is a true advocate for health equity, demonstrating a profound commitment to advancing the health of vulnerable populations. Through her work with Transitions Career Institute, she trains the next generation of nurses to understand the importance of not only providing excellent clinical care but also recognizing the social and economic factors that impact health outcomes. Her leadership in programs like the childhood obesity initiative in Nassau County highlights her dedication to addressing the root causes of health disparities. Beatrice’s work extends to vulnerable communities in need of specialized care, focusing on the social determinants of health, including access to healthcare, education, and resources.
Describe their contributions within the healthcare facility or their academic setting or in vulnerable communities at large:
In her capacity as Assistant Director of Nursing, Beatrice’s contributions are multifaceted. She encourages students to work with diverse populations, empowering them to make a real difference in underserved communities. Beatrice’s leadership in Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. further demonstrates her commitment to health equity. By organizing wellness initiatives and outreach programs, she works tirelessly to increase access to healthcare resources for underserved individuals. Her role in facilitating health equity discussions and supporting community-based health education projects ensures that those who are disadvantaged both demographically and socioeconomically receive the care and support they deserve.
Describe how the nominee exhibits the ability to address social needs of vulnerable populations with sustainable impact (outcomes data):
Beatrice has consistently demonstrated an ability to create lasting impact within vulnerable populations. Her work in the childhood obesity program, for example, resulted in improved awareness and education for families about health and wellness, leading to positive behavioral changes within those communities. By integrating health education and community outreach, Beatrice ensures that interventions are not only effective but also sustainable, empowering individuals and families to maintain healthier lifestyles. Her leadership and advocacy for health equity have led to measurable outcomes in patient education and health improvement, reinforcing her ability to address the social needs of vulnerable populations in a lasting way.
Must support the Sorority’s Mission and Values:
Beatrice Goodman fully embodies the mission and values of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. Her lifelong commitment to "Service for Humanity" shines through her educational, volunteer, and community outreach efforts. She advocates for the underserved and strives to provide equitable healthcare solutions, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of background, receive the care they deserve. Her actions reflect Chi Eta Phi’s dedication to advancing nursing through compassion, care, and service, making her an outstanding representative of the sorority's mission and values.