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Deidre Barnicle, RN, BSN

Wheaton,IL

Summary

Compassionate nursing professional with extensive experience in psychiatric and medical environments. Recognized for exceptional assessment skills and meticulous attention to detail. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care during traumatic crises while fostering a safe and empathetic environment for diverse patient populations. Strong problem-solving and time management skills ensure efficient task completion and effective communication with interdisciplinary teams.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Psychiatry

Linden Oaks Hospital
Naperville, IL
07.2008 - Current
  • Independently conducted patient assessments to evaluate physical, mental, and behavioral health.
  • Delivered non-judgmental care for individuals facing emotional distress due to abuse during mental health emergencies.
  • Identified potential suicide risks in patients and enforced suitable safety strategies.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in the field of Behavioral Health Nursing.
  • Applied conflict resolution strategies to handle challenging scenarios effectively.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times
  • Maintained secure and supportive environment for diverse populations in mental health setting.
  • Facilitated triage and conducted admission assessments.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork skills across multiple disciplines.
  • Performed independently in diverse outpatient settings addressing critical needs.

Medical Legal Nurse Consultant

Self-employeed
Winfield, IL
01.2000 - Current
  • Compiled case information by gathering medical records and evidence.
  • Supplied essential information to support counsel in deposition preparation.
  • Rendered expert testimony during legal proceedings concerning cases of medical negligence.
  • Reviewed medical records to identify patient care issues and evaluate the quality of care provided.
  • Worked with individuals experiencing mental, physical, sexual abuse, assault and other types of violence.
  • Provided support for individuals dealing with trauma or PTSD.
  • Provided care for individuals experiencing chronic and acute mental health challenges.
  • Facilitated counseling and support services for individuals undergoing substance dependency recovery.
  • Analyzed medical data to determine if there was a deviation from accepted standards of care.

Registered Nurse Crisis Stabilization/PACU

Central DuPage Hospital
Winfield, IL
10.1990 - 07.2000
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients in a clinical inpatient setting.

Registered Nurse, Med/Surg, PACU

Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
07.1982 - 10.1989
  • Conducted assessments of post-surgical patients.
  • Worked alongside physicians and nurses to maintain high-quality patient care.
  • Performed troubleshooting during crises to address immediate medical needs.
  • Delivered prompt responses to urgent healthcare situations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Triton College
River Grove, IL

Skills

  • Excellent Assessment skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Excellent Communication skills
  • Trial testimony expert
  • Specialties Children, Adolescent, Adult, Autism Spectrum
  • Strong Psychiatric & Medical Assessments
  • Crisis Stabilization & Prevention Intervention
  • ACT(Acceptance commitment therapy)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, Panic Disorders, Depression, Chemical Dependency, Personality Disorder experience
  • Electronic Medical Records(EMR), Epic systems
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Suicide & Self harm prevention
  • Compassion & Empathy

Certification

  • Registered Professional Nurse-License # 04-1216003 Expires 5/31/2026
  • BLS Provider- 9/17/2024-9/20/2026
  • CPI(Crisis Prevention Intervention) -11/2/23-11/2/2025
  • Psychiatric Nursing Board Certification renewal in progress
  • Certificate completion ER online training SANE-A 8/6/2025
  • Webinar completion for Foundation to Provide Sexual Assault Patient Care Training-Illinois 9/18/2025

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Psychiatry

Linden Oaks Hospital
07.2008 - Current

Medical Legal Nurse Consultant

Self-employeed
01.2000 - Current

Registered Nurse Crisis Stabilization/PACU

Central DuPage Hospital
10.1990 - 07.2000

Registered Nurse, Med/Surg, PACU

Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
07.1982 - 10.1989

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Triton College

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