Meaghan Hurley, FNP-C
Watertown
Summary
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in oncology nursing, clinical research, and patient-centered care. Experienced in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in both inpatient and ambulatory settings at a leading academic medical center. Skilled in clinical assessment, patient education, and multidisciplinary collaboration, with a proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through research-driven practice and quality improvement initiatives. Passionate about transitioning into dermatology, bringing a detail-oriented approach, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to promoting long-term skin health and patient confidence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Thoracic Research Oncology Nurse
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, MA
03.2024 - 04.2026
- Delivered comprehensive thoracic oncology care through clinical trials, significantly improving patients' quality of life
- Optimized clinical research by implementing patient recruitment strategies & utilizing electronic data capture systems, resulting in improved patient outcomes
- Assess and triage treatment-related side effects to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Enhanced patient outcomes & safety measures by leveraging clinical research knowledge & data analysis tools in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for clinical trial accuracy
- Facilitated effective communication between patients & healthcare teams, enhancing patient advocacy outcomes & ensuring seamless care transitions
- Executed clinical trial data management & reporting using clinical trial management systems, ensuring data integrity & accuracy to enhance study outcomes
- Evaluated Beacon orders & patient education materials using Epic software, significantly enhancing treatment effectiveness
- Streamlined clinical trial activation & candidate screening processes, enhancing recruitment efficiency & ensuring optimal patient selection for oncology studies
Newly Licensed Nurse – Research Oncology Resident
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, MA
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Elevated patient satisfaction in inpatient & ambulatory oncology settings by applying Phase I-IV clinical trial protocols & experimental treatment guidelines, leading to improved quality metrics & enhanced patient experience outcomes
- Implemented oncology research methodologies in gastrointestinal, breast, & thoracic oncology to enhance patient treatment outcomes through effective clinical trial management
- Utilized ultrasound guidance to elevate intravenous access & oncology infusion proficiency, markedly enhancing patient comfort during procedures
- Advanced nursing competencies in Oncology Nursing by mastering quality improvement & evidence-based practice standards, resulting in enhanced nursing practice protocols & patient care outcomes
Education
Master of Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL02-2026
Accelerated Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA12-2023
Bachelor of Science in Health Studies - undefined
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05-2021
Skills
- Clinical Assessment & Patient Care: Assessment, planning, outcome identification, evaluation, critical thinking, clinical judgment
- Research & Evidence-Based Practice: Protocol compliance, data collection, quality practice, evidence-based practice
- Patient & Team Collaboration: Leadership, coordination of care, communication, collaboration, culturally congruent care, ethics
- Health Promotion: Resource utilization, professional practice, health education, patient advocacy
Affiliations
- Memberships: Oncology Nursing Society, Research Nurse Practice Committee
- Presentations: DFCI Center for Nursing and Patient Care Services Professional Development Series
- Conferences Attended: 2023 ANCC National Magnet Conference
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified (FNP-BC) – American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), 2026
- Registered Nurse (RN) – Massachusetts Board of Nursing, 2023
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) – National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC), 2021
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) – Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC), 2025
Timeline
Thoracic Research Oncology Nurse
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
03.2024 - 04.2026
Newly Licensed Nurse – Research Oncology Resident
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
03.2023 - 03.2024
Accelerated Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Bachelor of Science in Health Studies - undefined
Bridgewater State University
Master of Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Certifications & Trainings
- Preceptor Workshop
- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Certification
- End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Yale University Addiction Treatment: Clinical Skills for Healthcare Providers
- Institute for Healthcare Improvement: Introduction to Patient Safety Certification
- Dementia Training Certification
Master's Practicum Experience
- Wayside Health Associates, Sudbury, MA – 500 hours
- Hanover Pediatrics, Hanover, MA – 125 hours