Barbara Richardson

• Enhanced patient outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing personalized care plans.
• Educated patients on disease management, medication regimens, and lifestyle modifications to promote overall health and wellbeing.
• Streamlined workflows by implementing efficient documentation practices and utilizing electronic health records effectively.
• Improved practice efficiency by staying updated on current guidelines, best practices, and emerging trends in advanced nursing care.
• Provided comprehensive healthcare services, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for a diverse patient population.
• Optimized patient satisfaction by maintaining open communication and addressing concerns promptly.
• Prevented potential drug interactions by conducting thorough medication reconciliations during each patient encounter.
• Promoted preventive health measures through immunizations, screenings, and patient education programs.
• Managed acute and chronic conditions effectively through evidence-based interventions and close monitoring of progress.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development through attendance at conferences, workshops, continuing education courses.
• Utilized telemedicine platforms when appropriate to expand access to care for rural or underserved patients.
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
• Assessed and diagnosed patients with mental and psychiatric conditions.
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
• Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.

Providing care to clients of all ages in an urgent care/walk-in setting seeing 30-40 patients daily. Responsibilities include physical and mental health examination and assessment, development of a plan of care, and treatment of patients, ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests, performing therapeutic procedures such as wound care, suturing of lacerations, incision and drainage, and foreign body removal, counseling on use of medications, education on disease process, and performance of routine health maintenance. Providing primary care to clients with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, hyper/hypothyroidism. Assessment and treatment of workman's compensation cases.

Provided general medical care to clients to all ages in a primary care office. Responsibilities included physical and mental health examination, assessment, development of a plan of care and treatment of patients; ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests; counseling on use of medications; education on disease process, and performance of routine health maintenance. Care of patients with complex medical problems such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, asthma, COPD, hyper/hypothyroidism and other chronic medical conditions. Referral and collaboration with specialists and other medical professionals.

• Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life clinical scenarios and case studies in lectures.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary courses, promoting comprehensive understanding of nursing practice.
• Mentored students through research projects, resulting in multiple publications and conference presentations.
• Improved course evaluations by implementing innovative teaching methods and engaging multimedia resources.
• Developed curriculum for new nursing courses, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and industry best practices.
• Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster growth.
• Participated in departmental committees, contributing to the advancement of the nursing program and overall institutional goals.
• Maintained currency in nursing practice by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education opportunities to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Utilized simulation technology to create realistic learning environments for skill development and competency assessment.
• Promoted cultural competence among students through inclusion of diverse perspectives within course content and discussions.
• Contributed to program accreditation efforts by preparing documentation, participating in site visits, and addressing recommendations for improvement.
• Facilitated an inclusive classroom environment that respected diversity while fostering a sense of community among learners.
• Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with evidence-based practices to better serve students.
• Collaborated with other preceptors and instructors to enhance student experience.
• Led classes with up to 75 students.
• Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
• Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
• Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
• Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as pharmacology, mental health nursing and community health care practices.
• Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.

Provided physical examination, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for cardiology office practice. Responsibilities included ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic testing, counseling regarding surgical and medical treatment options, prescribing pharmacological treatments, education on disease process and health maintenance. Responsible for supervision and initial evaluation of exercise and chemical stress testing,

Providing primary and urgent care to clients aged 2 and up in a walk-in urgent care/primary care setting. Responsibilities included physical and mental health examination, assessment, development of plan of care, and treatment of patients; ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic testing; performing therapeutic procedures such as suturing, wound care, removal of foreign body, skin biopsy, and incision and drainage; counseling on use of medications; education on disease process; and performance of routine health maintenance.

Provided general medical care and treatment to clients of all ages on the VNA mobile unit, Responsibilities included physical examination, preventative health measures, formulation of plan of care and prognosis. Referred to appropriate health care agencies and/or providers. Prescribed or recommended drugs or other forms of treatment and monitored response to treatment.

Provided general medical care and treatment to clients aged 2 and up, in a primary care office setting. Responsibilities included physical and mental health examination; assessment; development of plan of care and treatment of patients; ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic testing; counseling on use of medications; education on disease processes; and performance of routine health maintenance.

Provided primary and urgent care to university students. Responsibilities included assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute illness, women's health care, education regarding prevention and management of chronic disease as well as primary care of individuals with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypo/hyperthyroidism, and asthma.

Clinical nursing instructor in Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical/Surgical and Mental Health practicum.

Provided medical care to male and female inmates in a correctional setting. Responsibilities included diagnosis and treatment of acute illness as well as diagnosis and management of chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, coronary artery disease, HIV, asthma/COPD, hypo/hyperthyroidism, sexually transmitted infections, and gastrointestinal conditions. Performed minor office procedures such as suturing of lacerations and incision and drainage.

Home Health Care

Labor & Delivery, Post-partum, Newborn Nursery