Angela
Labenberg,
RN
Vanderbilt University
Angela Labenberg is pursuing her Master of Science in Nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at Vanderbilt University, expected to graduate in August 2024. With a background in nursing and a Bachelor's degree in psychology, Angela brings a blend of clinical expertise and psychological insight. She distinguished herself as a member of the Vanderbilt Program in Interprofessional Learning (VPIL), collaborating closely with a diverse interprofessional team within the Adult Emergency Department, showcasing her commitment to holistic patient care and interprofessional collaboration.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Background: Vanderbilt Adult Emergency Department (ED) offers 24/7 care to 70K+ patients each year, serving as Nashville's only comprehensive academic medical center, home to a Level 1 Trauma Center, Burn Center, Stroke Center, emergency behavioral healthcare, and LifeFlight service. ED overcrowding is among the biggest problems ED staff experience, with nearly half of EDs operating at or above capacity. Studies show that increasing awareness of available primary care providers (PCPs) is necessary. Common barriers to timely primary care are difficulties reaching the clinic by phone and…