Barbara L. Wilson
University of Utah College of Nursing
Biography
Dr. Wilson is the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and an associate professor at the University of Utah College of Nursing. In her role, she provides academic leadership in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate of nursing practice programs of study, as well as the Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program. She has been a research consultant for several non-profit hospitals in addition to her career in the healthcare setting. Since 2005, Dr. Wilson has worked in the academic setting and carries an active program of research. She enjoys working with practicing clinicians to translate evidence into practice and conducting patient-centered outcomes research. Her current research seeks to examine the impact of labor and delivery nurse staffing patterns on adverse maternal and newborn outcomes. Dr. Wilson also has an interest in Human Factors Engineering (HFE), and healthcare workforce research, notably nursing shortages and gender wage disparities.
Abstract
Abstract : Lessons learned from Human Factors Engineering: Enhancing the quality and safety of nursing care