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Barbara Wickham

Nurse Practitioner
Supply,NORTH CAROLINA

Summary

Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of Epic, Cerner, Sorian, and Next Gen software.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Nurse Practitioner

Avita Health System
Galion, Ohio
04.2015 - 05.2022
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions.
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.

Nurse Practitioner

Hospitalist Consultants, Inc.
Mansfield, Ohio
12.2012 - 06.2015
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions.
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
  • Adhered to hospital procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.
  • Used Sorian to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing/NP

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
09.2011 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
09.2006 - 06.2008

Nursing Diploma - Nursing

Mansfield General Hospital School of Nursing
Mansfield, Ohio
09.1991 - 06.1993

Skills

Patient education

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Accomplishments

> ACLS/BLS Certified


>Preceptor for 7 years for Family and Adult/Gero Nurse Practitioner students


>ICU trained as an RN, 20 years of Acute Care experience


> Member, American Association of Nurse Practitioners


>Member, Ohio Association of Advance Practice Nurses


> Certified Adult NP through American Nurses Credentialing Center

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner

Avita Health System
04.2015 - 05.2022

Nurse Practitioner

Hospitalist Consultants, Inc.
12.2012 - 06.2015

Master of Science - Nursing/NP

University of Cincinnati
09.2011 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The Ohio State University
09.2006 - 06.2008

Nursing Diploma - Nursing

Mansfield General Hospital School of Nursing
09.1991 - 06.1993

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