Kathryn Hughlock, Dnp, Agnp C, Achpn
About Kathryn Hughlock, Dnp, Agnp C, Achpn
Kathryn Hughlock is an Inpatient Palliative Care Provider at Scripps Health in San Diego County, California, with extensive experience in nursing and palliative care education.
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Kathryn Hughlock currently serves as an Inpatient Palliative Care Provider at Scripps Health in San Diego County, California. She also holds the position of Associate Director/Nurse Practitioner in the Greater San Diego Area.
Professional Roles at Scripps Health
Kathryn Hughlock has been contributing her expertise at Scripps Health as an Inpatient Palliative Care Provider and as the Associate Director/Nurse Practitioner. In these roles, she is involved in the holistic care of patients with serious illnesses, managing symptoms, and providing support to improve quality of life. Her leadership extends to optimizing palliative care practices within the institution.
Career at Northwest Hospital & Medical Center
Prior to her current roles, Kathryn Hughlock worked at Northwest Hospital & Medical Center from 2014 to 2020, where she served as an Attending Nurse Practitioner. During her six-year tenure, she was involved in patient care and played a significant role in the nursing team, contributing to the hospital’s mission of delivering high-quality health care.
Early Career and Teaching Experience
Kathryn Hughlock’s early career includes roles at the University of Washington as a Teaching Assistant in the Center of Excellence in Nursing Education from 2013 to 2014, at Swedish Medical Center in the Interventional Telemetry/Neurology Unit from 2010 to 2013, and at Lifespan from 2008 to 2010. During her time in these roles, she gained extensive experience in nursing education and patient care, laying a solid foundation for her future endeavors.
Education and Expertise
Kathryn Hughlock holds a Doctorate in Nursing Practice in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care from the University of Washington, Seattle, earned between 2012 and 2014. She also has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Rhode Island, achieved from 2007 to 2010. Her educational background equips her with deep knowledge and skills in adult-gerontology and primary care.
Professional Development and Goals
Kathryn Hughlock is dedicated to developing successful new clinical programs and building out palliative care practices. She is passionate about educating both students and interdisciplinary professionals in the field of palliative care. She aims to help healthcare systems understand advanced practice nursing to optimize the recruitment of practitioners, and aspires to grow as a business partner and leader while expanding educational opportunities for the next generation of healthcare professionals.