Kathy Adkins

Kathy Adkins, RN, DNP (c), is a distinguished healthcare professional with over five decades of clinical and academic experience. She holds advanced degrees in Nursing Education and Healthcare Administration and is currently completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice. Kathy is nationally certified in dementia care, hospice and palliative nursing, and legal nurse consulting, and she is recognized as a Dementia Advanced Intervention Specialist. Her work as a Master Dementia Coach combines deep clinical expertise with compassionate guidance, helping families and care teams navigate the complexities of dementia with clarity and confidence. Widely respected as an educator and advocate, Kathy continues to lead impactful training and consultation efforts across the Midwest.