Caroline Laverty

Associate Professor of Practice

Caroline Laverty is a proud alumna of Simmons University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing. She later went on to complete her Master of Science in nursing with a focus on nursing education from Framingham State University.

With a professional background in community health, preventive care, and wellness, Laverty brings a deep commitment to holistic and proactive healthcare into both her teaching and clinical perspectives.

Her teaching philosophy centers on the belief that a positive, supportive learning environment is essential to student wellness and success. Laverty is passionate about reducing student stress, promoting wellness, and guiding students toward achieving their academic and professional goals.

Dedicated to shifting the healthcare paradigm from reactive treatment to proactive prevention, Laverty integrates principles of holistic wellness into her work. She believes in educating future nurses to not only excel clinically but also to prioritize well-being for themselves, their patients, and their communities.

Through her role in nursing education, Laverty strives to empower the next generation of nurses to be compassionate, forward-thinking leaders in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Education

BSN, Simmons University (2013)
MSN, Nursing Education, Framingham State University (2018)

Area of Expertise

Nursing Education, Community Nursing, Adult Primary Care

Licenses/Certifications

Registered Nurse

Courses

NURS 101-02 - Professional Nursing Concepts

NURS 202-02 - Health Care Policy & Nursing Jurisprudence

NURS 228-03 - Nursing Theory & Evidence Based Practice