Oct 25, 2022

Get to know Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Kywina Henderson, who serves patients in Glendora, California.
New York City, New York Oct 24, 2022 (Issuewire.com) - A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Kywina is the Director of Critical Care and Emergency Services at Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital in Glendora, California.
Her communication skills convey her compassion and empathy toward others. Kywina is a very good listener and always does her best to come from a practical and informed standpoint while educating her patients, always explaining the risks and benefits. She cares deeply about her patients, and her mission is to treat each individual with respect, dignity, and compassion.
Growing up in a small town, Kywina attended private schools in her early years and came from a very spiritual family. She was intrigued by medicine from an early age as she had a number of elderly family members with health issues. Nursing was a natural career path for her; she combined her love for the human body with her desire to alleviate suffering.
She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner, both from the University of Phoenix. She also holds a Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from Azusa Pacific University, and will begin Aspen University's DNP program in early 2023.
Choosing the field of nursing after many years in leadership roles, Kywina remains an active member of the California Nurse Practitioners Association, the American Nurses Association, and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
A Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse trained to provide a wide range of mental health services to patients and families in a variety of settings. PMHNPs diagnose conduct therapy and prescribe medications for patients who have psychiatric disorders, medical organic brain disorders, or substance abuse problems. They are licensed to provide emergency psychiatric services, psychosocial and physical assessment of their patients, treatment plans, and manage patient care. They may also serve as consultants or as educators for families and staff.
When she isn't working, Kywina enjoys playing with her grandchildren and her dog, going to the movies, eating at good restaurants, and swimming.
Learn More about Kywina Henderson:
Through her online profile, https://todaysnurse.org/network/index.php?do=/4149043/info/
Source :Kywina Henderson, PMHNP
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