Kathy Auberry

Assistant Professor of Nursing, Indiana University School of Nursing at IUPUC

Dr. Kathy Auberry is a registered nurse practicing in the field of intellectual and developmental disability for the past 25 years. She is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at Indiana University School of Nursing at IUPUC. Previously, Dr. Auberry served as the Director of Health Services and the Director of Operations for an organization supporting individuals with IDD experiencing complex health needs. She has a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and a master’s degree in Nursing-Leadership in Health Care Systems with a concentration in education, as well as certification in developmental disabilities nursing.

Posts by Kathy Auberry

Lack of Nursing Research in the Field of IDD

The lack of research and available evidence-based practice in the field of IDD is apparent. What steps can you take to make an impact on care?

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IDD Nursing: The Challenges of Role Ambiguity and Diverse Settings

IDD nurses and the individuals they support deserve a synthesized approach to nursing care that addresses role ambiguity across settings.

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Intellectual and Developmental Disability: A Need for Educated Healthcare Clinicians

As care of individuals with IDD has shifted from institutions into the community, the need for educated healthcare clinicians has increased.

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