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Kathryn Michelle Unruh

Kathryn Michelle Unruh

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with 27 years of experience, including 18 years of dedicated experience in Women and Infant Services. A compassionate leader skilled in patient education and data-driven quality improvement, committed to mentoring new nurses and enhancing maternal-newborn health through innovative practices and strong team coordination.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Scripps Mercy Hospital
01.2012 - Current

Experienced and forward-thinking Registered Nurse with 27 years of overall nursing experience, including 18 years devoted to Women and Infant Services. Known for delivering safe, personalized, and family-centered care while navigating the complexities of perinatal nursing with confidence, compassion, and clinical precision.


A proven leader with a strong charge nurse experience, adept at coordinating unit operations, guiding teams through high-volume and busy environment, and ensuring optimal patient flow and safety. Visionary approach and committed to advancing nursing practice through mentorship, staff development, and innovative thinking. Experienced preceptor and coach to new nurses, fostering growth, confidence, and critical thinking.


Highly engaged in continuous quality improvement initiatives with experience in audits, interpreting clinical data, and developing targeted educational programs to support unit goals and regulatory compliance. Skilled at identifying gaps in practice and implementing sustainable strategies that elevate patient outcomes and team performance.


Valued for a collaborative mindset, strong leadership presence, and genuine passion for maternal-child health. Poised to contribute meaningful expertise, thoughtful innovation, and unwavering professionalism to organizations committed to excellence.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Leadership

Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
12-2004

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Nursing leadership
  • Precepting
  • Team coordination
  • Relationship building
  • Patient relations
  • Staff supervision
  • Data collection
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Managing deadlines

Affiliations

  • Sigma Theta Tau
  • National League for Nursing

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP - AWHONN)

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Scripps Mercy Hospital
01.2012 - Current
Grand Canyon University - Master of Science, Nursing Leadership
Grand Canyon University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Kathryn Michelle Unruh