Amy M. Nagy
DNP, RN, PHRN
Assistant Professor
316 Sharon Hall,
Penn State Shenango
Phone: 724-301-6419
Email: amh175@psu.edu
Nagy began her nursing career in Long-Term Care before transitioning to Oncology/MedSurg in 1995, and later found her passion in Women’s Health, working in Labor & Delivery, the Level II Nursery, GYN services, and the mother-baby unit. After earning her RN from St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in 1994, she graduated from Penn State Shenango in 1999. Amy’s career in education began in 2002 at UPMC Horizon, where she developed and taught numerous courses, including Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, PALS, and Neonatal Resuscitation. She also coordinated the Student Nurse Internship Program, Nursing Orientation, and was involved in nurse recruitment.
In 2016, Nagy began teaching as an adjunct faculty at Penn State Shenango while pursuing her MSN and later completed her DNP in 2020, with a dissertation focused on work-life balance. Her research in work-life balance and wellness has become a cornerstone of her academic career, exploring strategies to reduce stress and promote well-being in both students and healthcare professionals. In 2024, Nagy transitioned to the role of Director for Undergraduate Nursing at Penn State Shenango, where she continues to lead, mentor students, and incorporate wellness and work-life balance into the curriculum, shaping the future of nursing education.
Education
- DNP, Walden University, 2020. Dissertation Title: Work-Life Balance
- MS, Nursing Education, Walden University, 2016.
- BS, Nursing, PennState Shenango, 1999.
- Registered Nurse (Diploma), St. Elizabeth School of Nursing, 1994.
Awards and Honors
- Nominated for membership to Sigma Alpha Pi, Nat’l Society of Leadership & Success. January 2019-Present.
- Sigma Theta Tau: Phi Nu and Beta Chapters, Walden University/PSU. August 14, 2014-Present.
- Selected to be Honored as Faculty, Athletics. February 2023-April 2024.
- PSU CON Beta Sigma Chapter, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor a Nurse. 2021.
Teaching
Courses Taught
- Women’s Health Issues
- CPR/Safety/First Aid
- Action Methods for Stress Management
- Health Assessment
- Wellness Theory
- Dying and Death
- Transition and the Professional Nursing Role
- Family and Community Health Concepts
- Drugs of Abuse and Mental Health Issues
- Health Concepts for Adults with Complex Health Care Needs, and Independent Studies (Nursing)
- Developed: Working Safely in Landscape (Emergency Preparedness)
Clinical Expertise and Areas of Specialization
PRIMARY:
- Women’s Health (Labor & Delivery/Level II Nursery/Mother&Baby Care/GYN) and PreHospital Emergency Medicine
CERTIFICATIONS:
- PreHospital Registered Nurse/EMT-B
Mentorship
- Mentored MSN Student. (2021).
- Mentored MSN Student. (2023).
Research
Research Interests and Areas of Expertise
- Work-Life Balance to Manage Stress
- Towards an Inclusive Pedagogy of Professional Identity Formation in the Health Professions
Presentations and Conference Involvement
- Professional Development Presentation: Work-Life Balance to Manage Stress. (2022).
- EMMCO West EMS Symposium: Work-Life Balance to Manage Stress. (2023).
- Towards an Inclusive Pedagogy of Professional Identity Formation in the Health Professions. (2023).
- Professional Development Presentation: Work-Life Balance to Manage Stress. (2023).
- Poster Presentation: Work-Life Balance to Manage Stress. (2024).
Publications and Scholarly Work
Editorial and Peer Review Roles
- Leadership: Beta Sigma Board Member, 2024-Present
Service
Community and Policy Engagement
- EMS Captain South Pymatuning Volunteer Fire Department. (2020).
- Quota Club. (2020).
- American Heart Association Training Center Coordinator. (2024).
- UPMC Horizon Education Department, Advanced Clinical Education Specialist. (2025).
- Mercer Co. PreHospital Care Council, Secretary. (2025).
Professional Organization Involvement and Fellowships
- Penn State Alumni Assoc. (1999).
- Sigma Theta Tau. (2016).
- National League for Nursing. (2022).
- American Nurses Association/PA State Nurses Association. (2023).
- Beta Sigma Board Member. (2024).
Interprofessional Collaboration, Community Engagement, and Global Health
- EMS Captain South Pymatuning Volunteer Fire Department. (2020).
- Quota Club. (2020).
- American Heart Association Training Center Coordinator. (2024).
- UPMC Horizon Education Department, Advanced Clinical Education Specialist. (2025).
- Mercer Co. PreHospital Care Council, Secretary. (2025).
Additional Information
In addition to my work in hospital education, I have extensive experience in PreHospital, Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
I maintain my certifications as:
- American Heart Association BLS/First Aid/Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor
- PA Dept. of Health approved EMS Instructor
- International Trauma Life Support Instructor
- Pediatric Trauma Life Support Instructor
- Neonatal Resuscitation Course Instructor
I also have experience with the National Transportation Safety Board as a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician and over 30 years as a volunteer in the fire service.
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Last updated 8/5/2025
