CAROLINE HOWINGTON HENDRIX, FNP-C
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Compassionate nurse practitioner dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering open communication with patients and the healthcare team. Over 3.5 years of experience in diagnosing, evaluating, and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through thorough physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making abilities ensure effective treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. Proficient in utilizing various electronic health record systems, including Cerner, Epic, MedHost, ModMed, and MediTech, to enhance patient care and streamline workflows.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Urological Associates Of Western Colorado
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with genitourinary symptoms, enabling accurate diagnoses and prompt treatment plans.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care to patients undergoing various urological surgeries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with urological conditions.
Weekend RN Supervisor
West Monroe Guest House
08.2020 - Current
- Acts as leader over LPNs and CNAs in the long-term care environment. Rounds and maintains open communication with staff. Provides additional support to LPNs, including assessment of resident status changes, wound care, and general activities of daily living. Performs body audits on all patients and relays abnormal findings to providers for treatment.
RN- Ambulatory Surgery Unit
Glenwood Outpatient Surgery Center
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Collaborates with surgeons and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate pre-operative and post-operative care for a wide range of patients and surgeries. Displays excellent communication and interpersonal skills to individualize patient care. Recognizes and reports changes in patient status. Provides patient education, post-op teaching, and discharge instructions.
Home Infusion Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Associates
05.2018 - 12.2021
- Responsible for assessment of patients, including home environment and medical history. Inserts IVs and administers intravenous medications. Monitors vital signs and assess for adverse reactions. Educates patients on drug therapy and pre/post care. Flexible and adaptable to scheduling changes and unique work environments.
RN- Emergency Department
St. Francis Medical Center
05.2015 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced, high stress environment. Demonstrated excellent time management skills while caring for high-acuity and rapidly evolving patients. Provided care for patients ranging from newborns to geriatrics
- Skills included: venipunctures, IV catheter insertion, triage, medication administration, critical drip management, assisted with central line placements, rapid sequence intubations, cardiac arrests, and other common ED procedures
Education
MSN, FNP -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA01.2021
RN, BSN -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA01.2015
Skills
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Differential diagnosis
- Patient examination
- Treatment plan development
- Lab/radiology result evaluation
- Preoperative preparation
- Postoperative care
Websites
Certification
- FNP-C #F06211171 (6/2021-6/2026)
- APRN.0997993-NP (10/2024-9/2026)
- RXN.0106975-NP (10/2024-9/2026)
- RN #1684770 (9/2022-9/2026)
- BLS Basic Life Support (3/2025-3/2027)
- Certified BioTe provider 2/2022
- Botox certified provider 5/2022
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Urological Associates Of Western Colorado
01.2022 - Current
Weekend RN Supervisor
West Monroe Guest House
08.2020 - Current
RN- Ambulatory Surgery Unit
Glenwood Outpatient Surgery Center
10.2018 - 12.2021
Home Infusion Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Associates
05.2018 - 12.2021
RN- Emergency Department
St. Francis Medical Center
05.2015 - 11.2020
MSN, FNP -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
RN, BSN -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
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