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Barton and Associates, Inc. Welcomes New CEO

Barton and Associates, Inc., a leading name in the healthcare staffing sector, has announced a significant leadership transition with the appointment of April Hansen, MSN, RN, as their new Chief Executive Officer. This change comes as part of a strategic shift intended to bolster the company’s extensive legacy in providing vital healthcare staffing solutions across the United States.

April Hansen steps into this important role succeeding Robert Indresano, who will now serve as Chairman of the Board. Indresano has been instrumental in guiding Barton through various phases of growth, and his transition aims to ensure the continued success and innovative trajectory of the company.

A Leader with a Robust Background

Hansen boasts nearly twenty years of healthcare leadership experience, greatly grounded by her clinical practice as a registered nurse. Before joining Barton, she held the esteemed position of Group President of Workforce Solutions at Aya Healthcare, where she directed strategic initiatives and drove unprecedented growth in workforce solutions. Her previous roles at AMN Healthcare have also earned her a reputation for being an innovative and results-focused executive in the staffing industry.

"I am deeply honored to join Barton and Associates as its CEO," stated Hansen. "Barton has an incredible legacy of providing healthcare facilities with vital physician, advanced practice, and clinical staffing solutions, and I am excited about the opportunity to build upon this strong foundation. Together, we will drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence, ensuring Barton remains a differentiated market leader in addressing critical workforce needs while empowering the healthcare providers and communities we serve."

Achievements and Recognition

April Hansen's contributions to healthcare staffing have not gone unnoticed, as she has appeared multiple times on prestigious lists such as Staffing Industry Analysts' Staffing 100 North America and Global Power 150 Women in Staffing, including a mention in 2025. Furthermore, she was recognized as a Nashville Health Care Council Fellow for 2024, highlighting her commitment to advancing healthcare workforce innovation.

Indresano expressed confidence in Hansen's ability to lead Barton into the future. "April's remarkable track record in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions positions her as the ideal leader to guide Barton into the future. As I transition to Chairman of the Board, I am thrilled to support April and the exceptional teams at Barton, Wellhart, and Barton Healthcare Staffing as they continue to address the nation's growing healthcare workforce shortages with impactful solutions."

About Barton and Associates, Inc.

Barton and Associates, Inc. stands as a premier national healthcare staffing agency specializing in locum tenens placements for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, as well as other healthcare professionals. Through its subsidiaries, including Wellhart, LLC and Barton Healthcare Staffing, the company provides comprehensive staffing solutions that facilitate quality patient care and address critical workforce demands across the U.S.

With Hansen at the helm, Barton and Associates is poised to navigate the complexities of the healthcare staffing market, ensuring not just survival but thriving amidst challenges, thus reinforcing their status as a leader in healthcare solutions.