Barbie Harbaugh

Barbie Harbaugh serves as an Assistant Professor in the Nursing Department at Pennsylvania College of Technology, where she has taught since 1999 while maintaining active clinical practice across diverse specialties.

Her educational credentials include:

• Doctorate of Practical Nursing, Walden University (2020, Summa Cum Laude)
• MSN in Nursing Education, Walden University (Summa Cum Laude)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Lycoming College (1995, Magna Cum Laude)
• Registered Nurse Diploma, Williamsport Hospital School of Nursing (1982)

With over 40 years of clinical experience, her expertise spans Open Heart Nursing, Critical Care, Geriatrics, Oncology, Emergency Medicine, Psychiatric/Mental Health, and Prison Nursing. Her research focuses on translating this multidisciplinary practice into nursing education methodologies and specialized clinical training.

Professional recognition includes:

• Penn College Distinguished Faculty/Teaching Award (2003)
• Joseph R. Calder, Jr., MD Scholarship (2007)
• C.A.R.E. Employee of the Year (1993)
• Multiple Nursing Excellence Nominations (1989-1999)

She maintains active affiliations with Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society (since 1991) and contributes to curriculum development through NCLX exam preparation instruction.