Amy McCarthy, FNP-C
North Reading,MA
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 10+ years of experience delivering care to patients with a wide variety of medical diagnoses. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department Observation
Massachusetts General Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Provided nursing care to patients in the emergency observation department according to hospital policies.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Massachusetts General Hospital Institute
05.2012 - 05.2022
- Taught in the nursing skills lab, simulation lab and the clinical setting for students in both the RN and NP tracks
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
Family Nurse Practitioner
New England Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Massachusetts General Hospital
08.2008 - 09.2016
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MA05.2013
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Patient Assessments
- Airway Management
- IV Insertion
- Emergency Care
- Resource Utilization
- Discharge Planning
Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department Observation
Massachusetts General Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
New England Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
09.2015 - 10.2016
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Massachusetts General Hospital Institute
05.2012 - 05.2022
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Massachusetts General Hospital
08.2008 - 09.2016
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts - Boston