Amy O’Mara DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, FNP

Experienced nurse practitioner with over 17 years dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care in Pediatrics and Family Medicine. Proven track record of clinical excellence, adept at fostering positive patient outcomes through advanced practice and strong interpersonal skills. Practiced in a variety of health care settings, treating patients with a variety of illnesses and injuries.

• During my doctoral program at the University of Cincinnati (2021-2023), I served as lead researcher of the DNP capstone project, Correlation of Prescribed Physical Exercise Treatment and Depressive Symptom Improvement in Women Age 18-65. My role involved spearheading the investigation into the correlation between prescribed physical exercise treatment and the improvement of depressive symptoms in women aged 18-65. I took charge of designing the research methodology, overseeing data collection, and analyzing the gathered information. Additionally, I collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the project’s success, interpreted findings, and contributed to drawing meaningful conclusions. My responsibilities also extended to presenting the research outcomes, promoting informed discussions, and potentially influencing healthcare practices related to mental health and physical exercise interventions in the specified demographic.

• In progress: Currently, I am in the final stages of preparing a manuscript for submission to reputable journals focused on Women’s Health and Wellness, as well as Psychiatric/Mental Health. This publication stems from my DNP capstone project, investigating the correlation of prescribed physical exercise treatment and depressive symptom improvement in women age 18-65. Anticipating a timely submission, I aim to contribute valuable insights to the discourse surrounding the impact of physical exercise and depression symptom improvement and its implications for women’s health and mental well-being.

• 2023 AANP National Conference, New Orleans, LA - (2023)
• Barkley FNP Certification Review/Clinical Update, Atlanta, GA - (2022)

• American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) - (2019)
• Mississippi Association for Nurse Practitioners (MANP) - (2018)
• American Nurse Association (ANA) - (2017)

• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care (CPNP-PC) - (Updated 2023)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - (Updated 2022)
• Family Nurse Practitioner Certification - (2021)

• Advanced Health Assessment: Proficient in conducting comprehensive health assessments, including history-taking, physical examinations, and the interpretation of diagnostic tests.
• Diagnosis and Treatment Planning: Skilled in formulating accurate medical diagnoses and developing evidence-based treatment plans for various acute and chronic health conditions across the lifespan.
• Prescriptive Authority: Experienced in prescribing medications, including dosage adjustments and monitoring, while considering potential interactions and patient-specific factors.
• Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Expertise in developing and implementing strategies to promote health and prevent diseases, including counseling on lifestyle modifications, vaccinations, and screenings.
• Pediatric Care: Proficient in providing comprehensive primary care to pediatric populations, including well-child visits, immunizations, and developmental assessments.
• Collaborative Practice: Adept at collaborating with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals, to ensure integrated and holistic patient care.
• Health Information Technology: Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and other health information technologies to efficiently manage patient data and facilitate communication within healthcare teams.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues, promoting open dialogue, understanding, and collaboration in the delivery of patient-centered care.