Katelyn Quarry

Katelyn Quarry is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Entry-Level Program at the School of Nursing, Notre Dame of Maryland University. She also serves as Project Director/Program Coordinator for the Cohen Scholars program. Her roles include academic leadership, curriculum development, and fostering clinical education innovation. Dr. Quarry holds a BSN from Duquesne University (2013), an MSN in Leadership in Nursing Education from Notre Dame of Maryland University (2018), and a DNP from Duquesne University (2021).

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Duquesne University, 2013
• Master of Science in Nursing (Leadership in Nursing Education), Notre Dame of Maryland University, 2018
• Doctor of Nursing Practice, Duquesne University, 2021

Research Interests

Her work focuses on nurse educator development, competency-based education frameworks, and optimizing clinical practicum experiences. She investigates strategies to enhance nurse educator retention, improve cardiac care outcomes through clinical training, and implement AACN New Essentials guidelines in nursing curricula.

Professional Contributions

Dr. Quarry’s publications emphasize innovative practicum models, workforce development for nurse educators, and quality improvement initiatives in cardiac care. She has presented at national conferences and contributed to peer-reviewed journals. Her research consistently bridges educational strategies with clinical practice needs.

• Awards:
• Cultivating Faculty Excellence Initiative Lead (FY25)
• Cohen Scholars Program Founder (FY20-FY25)
• Nurse Educator Doctoral Grant Recipient (2019, 2021)

Leadership & Grants

She oversees the Cohen Scholars program, which cultivates nurse educators through academic-clinical partnerships. Her grants focus on faculty retention and curriculum innovation. She chairs Sigma Theta Tau’s Mu Eta Chapter and serves as District 2 Director for the Maryland Nurses Association.