Kala Hatch, APRN

About Kala

Kala Hatch, BSN, MSN, FNP, AG-ACNP, is a dual-certified nurse practitioner in both Family and Acute Care. She has been a dedicated hospitalist nurse practitioner for over a decade, with experience in acute care and neurology hospitalist roles. She currently serves with First in Service Hospitalist Group in Mountain Home, Arkansas, and has previously held positions at Saint Francis Hospital and Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Kala began her career as a Doctor of Chiropractic, certified in acupuncture, and practiced in Mountain Home for 15 years before relocating to Tulsa for her husband’s employment. During her years of practicing chiropractic and acupuncture, she returned to school to complete her BSN and APRN training.

Outside of her professional life, Kala enjoys playing golf, spending time with their Yorkie, Zoey, and relaxing at the beach. Her career reflects a passion for patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and lifelong learning, embodying the leadership and advocacy roles that nurses play in advancing health equity and community well-being.