Expertise:
Treating patients with mental illness
Major Product/SVS:
Mental health care services
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Master of Science in Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Studies, University of Rhode Island; Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Boston College; Bachelor of Arts and Science in Psychology and Nursing, Salve Regina University, Cum Laude
Affiliations Awards:
Rhode Island Behavioral Health Disaster Crisis Team
Charity:
American Red Cross; Crisis Team, State of Rhode Island Disasters; Federal Emergency Management Agency
Number Of Years In Profession:
35
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her education and to the support she receives from her mentors.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her interest in psychology.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Implementing policies and procedures; Supervising staff; Coordinating community, residential and child care programs; Developing the center management team; Controlling infections
Education Certifications:
Certification in Behavioral Primary Healthcare, University of Massachusetts; Certification in Nursing Administration, American Nurses Credentialing Center; Board Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, American Nurses Credentialing Center; License in Professional Nursing Service
Awards/Honors:
H. Kelley Psychology Department Award, Salve Regina University; National Alliance on Mental Illness Appreciation Award, Massachusetts Mental Health Center
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Hickey hopes to do research and teach at the university level.