Dr. Zarubi, chief nursing executive at HonorHealth, leads strategic nursing operations across six hospitals and numerous outpatient clinics, overseeing more than 3,000 nurses. With over 40 years of nursing experience, Dr. Zarubi focuses on empowering nursing teams to strive for professional excellence and improve patient outcomes through collaboration and human connection. Her leadership emphasizes nurse retention, job satisfaction and quality care. Under her guidance, all five eligible HonorHealth hospitals have achieved Magnet designation for nursing excellence. Dr. Zarubi also supports innovative initiatives, such as the implementation of a virtual nurse pilot, which improved both patient satisfaction and employee engagement. She is dedicated to fostering nurse-led decision-making, ensuring that nurses have a voice in improving quality, safety and the overall patient experience.
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Becker's Recognition
Kathi Zarubi, DNP, RNhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
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