Caroline Jenckes
Family Nurse Practitioner
RIAbout
Caroline Jenckes is a top nurse in Kingston, RI.
With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Caroline Jenckes is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for
the better.
As a leader and expert in their field, Caroline Jenckes is passionate about enhancing patient
quality of life and embodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with
patients. In Kingston, RI, Caroline Jenckes is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Education and Training
SKHS College Prep 1975
Community College of Rhode Island Associate Degree in Nursing 1980
University of Rhode Island 1986 Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Yale University Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner 1993
Nursing Specialization
Palliative Care and Geriatrics
Provider Details
Professional Society Membership
- American Nurses Association
- Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association
- NP Alliance of RI
- Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society - Delta Mu Chapter
Articles and Publications
The New York Times, “How a Joke About Flying Squirrels Led to an Ailing Woman’s Cure” (June 2017)
As the hospitalist in this case, in collaboration with the infectious disease specialist, a rare case of typhus was diagnosed. The case was presented and published by the infectious disease specialist, and they were interviewed and featured in this article.
Work Description / Areas of Expertise / Job Duties
FNP- Board Certified
Geriatrics and Palliative Care
What do you attribute your success to?
A deep passion for nursing and providing help and comfort to patients, a commitment to continuing education, serving as a mentor to new nurses, active involvement in the community, and making a meaningful impact in the healthcare field.
Hobbies / Sports
- Play the French Horn in a concert band