Whende M. Carroll

Whende M. Carroll, MSN, RN, NI-BC, FHIMSS is a seasoned healthcare professional with extensive expertise in clinical informatics and nursing. Currently serving as a Clinical Informatics Advisor at HIMSS since October 2022, Whende provides strategic leadership and digital health insights to enhance clinician-focused communities and initiatives. As the founder of Nurse Evolution, an organization aimed at advancing nursing through healthcare technology and innovation, Whende emphasizes the transformation of nursing practices. With a strong academic background, including a Master of Science in Nursing/Informatics from Walden University, Whende has held various leadership roles, such as Director of Clinical Optimization at Contigo Health and Director of Nursing Informatics at KenSci, demonstrating a commitment to integrating informatics solutions within healthcare systems. Furthermore, Whende's experience spans multiple organizations, focusing on clinical improvement, data analytics, and the implementation of electronic health records.