Kathy McKinnon

Kathy McKinnon is an Associate Professor of Nursing at Palm Beach Atlantic University's School of Nursing, where she has served since 2015. She specializes in Undergraduate Nursing programs in Orlando and contributes to the Graduate Department.

Her educational background includes:

• DNP in Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership from Palm Beach Atlantic University
• MSN in Nursing, Holistic and Spiritual Care Nursing from Florida Atlantic University
• BSN in Nursing from Georgia Southern University

Dr. McKinnon's research focuses on spiritual care in nursing practice, holistic approaches to patient care, and transitional housing programs for vulnerable populations. Her DNP scholarly project evaluated Burckle Place, a supportive transitional housing program for post-incarcerated and homeless women. She is particularly interested in integrating spiritual care into nursing education and practice, addressing the spiritual needs of patients, families, healthcare workers, and communities.

Dr. McKinnon serves in numerous leadership roles including as faculty advisor for Nurses Christian Fellowship, member of the Spiritual Life Council, Ethics and Grievance Committee, and Faculty Senate. She is also Governance Chair for Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society and a board member of Cancer Alliance and Interfaith Health and Wellness.