Led by Proven Nursing Excellence

CerTracker is founded by nurse executives with a track record of transformational results and successful Magnet designation.

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Kerry L. McLaughlin

MS, RN, NEA-BC, CNL

Leadership That Delivers Results

Our magnet team led by Kerry brings decades of nursing leadership experience and a proven track record of achieving what others thought impossible. She led her organizations to successful initial Magnet® designation, transforming nursing culture, governance, and outcomes along the way.

Patient-Centered: Every initiative focused on improving patient outcomes while supporting nursing staff.

Evidence-Based: Deep understanding of Magnet standards and how to translate them into meaningful practice.

Collaborative: Built sustainable governance models and engaged teams at every level.

Transformational Achievements

Initial Magnet® Designation

Led a healthcare system to its initial Magnet® designation after 2 previous failed attempts.

400% Certification Increase

Achieved a 400% increase in specialty nursing certifications across the organization.

Reduced RN Vacancy

Reduced RN vacancy from 24% → 11%, dramatically improving staffing stability.

34% BSN Growth

Increased BSN-prepared RN percentage by 34%, elevating educational standards.

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"Kerry is wonderful to work with! I had the privilege of learning, growing, and writing with her during our recent journey to Magnet. Along the way she was always a stable, positive support! She is very knowledgeable about Magnet and program standards. Her follow-through and organizational skills are impeccable and keep the project on target."

Karin Davis, BSN, RN, CNOR

CV Quality Coordinator

Additional Recognitions & Contributions

  • 7 AACN Beacon designations (2 Gold, 5 Silver)

  • 3 AMSN PRISM unit recognitions

  • 1 Lantern Award for Level 1 Trauma ED

  • Built & scaled the F.L.I.G.H.T. professional governance model across entire system

  • Published & presented nationally on governance, nursing culture transformation, and workplace violence initiatives

Our Mission

CerTracker was created to share the systems, processes, and organizational strategies that made Kerry's success possible. We believe that Magnet preparation shouldn't be overwhelming—it should be a structured, empowering journey that showcases the incredible work nurses do every day.

We're here to transform the Magnet journey from chaos to confidence.