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Cindy Altonburg

Austin

Summary

Compassionate and results-driven Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years in healthcare and 8+ years as a Registered Nurse, currently serving as an Advanced Practice Provider at Urology Austin. Demonstrates expertise in outpatient urologic procedures, percutaneous neuromodulation (PNE) in office procedure, cystoscopy, Botox for OAB, and hormonal pellet therapy. Awarded special recognition by Medtronic for excellence in procedural advancement. Passionate about delivering personalized, evidence-based care while leading initiatives to improve patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Provider

Urology Austin
07.2023 - Current


  • Recognized by Medtronic for being a Distinguished Interstim Implant APP, with having performed over 100 in-office procedures without the assistance of radiology with an avg of 70% success rate leading to full implant.
  • Wide skill range of in office urological procedures: cystoscopy, PNE, Botox injections, Pellet therapy, Stent removal
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans and ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Independently evaluate and manage patients with complex urologic diagnoses across male and female populations.

ICU/COVID ICU RN

Dell Seton Medical Center
07.2017 - 09.2020
  • Delivered critical care for ventilated patients; expert in CRRT, prone therapy, and ICU monitoring.
  • Participated in EBP quality initiatives and served as Restraint Champion and mentor.
  • Preceptor and trainer for fellowship program of new incoming nurse graduates

RN, Acute Care

VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
06.2013 - 12.2015
  • Managed high-acuity patients; performed telemetry, wound care, IV titration, and tracheostomy maintenance.
  • Floated across units including Med/Surg, Telemetry, Oncology, Psychiatry, and CLC.

Staff Nurse/LPN

Women's Healthcare Associates
01.2012 - 09.2012
  • Supported outpatient gynecologic procedures, lab testing, injections, and phlebotomy.

Staff Nurse/LPN

Oak Hill Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Provided nursing care in the Step-down ICU; experience with cardiac support, peritoneal dialysis, and surgical prep.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner

Baylor University
04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana State University
12.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Arts

Pasco Community College
12.2010

LPN Diploma -

Keiser Career College
05.2009

Skills

  • Outpatient Urology & Procedural Expertise
  • In-Office urological procedures: Cystoscopy, Botox, Pellet, PNE
  • Interpretation of GU Imaging (KUB, CT Urogram, Renal Ultrasound)
  • Pre- and Post-Operative Urologic Surgical Care
  • GU-specific Patient Education & Lifestyle Counseling
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Quality Improvement & Clinical Outcomes Tracking
  • Chronic disease management
  • Diagnosis and treatment
  • Precepting
  • Research utilization

Affiliations

  • AANP
  • SUNA
  • TNA

Certification

  • CCRN Certified – Exp. 2025-04
  • BLS/CPR Certified – Exp. 2026-12
  • NIH Stroke Certification

Personal Information

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Provider

Urology Austin
07.2023 - Current

ICU/COVID ICU RN

Dell Seton Medical Center
07.2017 - 09.2020

RN, Acute Care

VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
06.2013 - 12.2015

Staff Nurse/LPN

Women's Healthcare Associates
01.2012 - 09.2012

Staff Nurse/LPN

Oak Hill Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana State University

Associate of Applied Science - Arts

Pasco Community College

LPN Diploma -

Keiser Career College

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner

Baylor University

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