Victoria Bassey
About Victoria Bassey
Victoria Bassey is a Clinical Research Nurse with extensive education and experience in nursing and healthcare. She specializes in evidence-based practice for oncology and hematology patients and has worked at the National Institutes of Health since 2009.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Victoria Bassey has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as a Clinical Research Nurse since 2009. In this role, she provides nursing care to adult research subjects who are enrolled in various clinical protocols. Her responsibilities include managing care for critically ill patients and making autonomous decisions regarding patient care in the transplant care unit. Bassey collaborates with team members to prioritize and organize patient care assignments, ensuring effective treatment and support for patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Education and Expertise
Victoria Bassey has a diverse educational background in nursing and political science. She achieved her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of the District of Columbia in 1998. She furthered her nursing education by completing a Family Nurse Practitioner program at Bowie State University from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she holds an Associate in Applied Science from the University of the District of Columbia, obtained in 1997. Bassey also studied at Towson State University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, and obtained an MBA in International Business from Morgan State University in 1987.
Clinical Specialization
Victoria Bassey specializes in integrating evidence-based practices into nursing care, particularly for oncology and hematology patients. Her expertise allows her to act as a clinical expert and team leader, especially for patients who are hemodynamically unstable and receiving chemotherapy. Bassey's role involves critical decision-making and the implementation of best practices to enhance patient outcomes in complex clinical settings.
Professional Development
Victoria Bassey has pursued continuous professional development throughout her career. She completed the Critical Care Fellowship Program at Washington Hospital Center in 2003, which has contributed to her advanced skills in managing critically ill patients. Her educational journey reflects a commitment to enhancing her nursing practice and expanding her knowledge in both clinical and administrative aspects of healthcare.