Meet our NS MVP nurses!
Judith Ryan is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors Degree of Science in Nursing. Her professional background includes cardiac nursing, dementia care, CPR instructor, adjunct professor at NSCC. Judith came to Danvers Public Health in 2015 where she held a dual title: Public Health Nurse and Coordinator of the Social Seniors Program. Now, with a focus solely on Public Health, Judith spends her days investigating communicable diseases, giving educational talks in the community, assisting individuals/families with resources for substance use and many others, as well as being involved in DanversCares. She works closely with the Recreation Department staff assisting them in health related issues for “their kids”. With her free time, she spends as much time as possible with her two girls, both of whom grew up in Danvers, as well as her two year old grandson. If you would like a visit from Judith in Danvers, reach out to her at 978-762-0208 ext 3519.
Teresa Kirsch holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing as well as in Biology and has worked at the Beverly Health Department since 2012. She previously worked in the Beverly Public Schools as well as at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. Teresa is the happy mom of three adult children. When not working, Teresa can be found enjoying performances of the University of Massachusetts Minuteman Marching Band, building specialty props for the local high school musical and photographing the sunrise during her morning walks. If you would like to schedule a visit with Teresa in Beverly, call her at (978) 380-8203.
Cindy Juncker is an experienced Bachelor's prepared Registered Nurse with a Master's Degree in Education, employed by the City of Gloucester for the past 41 years. Most recently, she has been the acting Public Health Nurse for the city. Prior to 2020, she held the position of Nurse Leader for the Gloucester Public Schools. As a seasoned nurse, she is passionate about advancing the health and safety of the families in the community. She has been recognized for excellence in School Health. In addition to her work in the city, she also teaches CPR for the American Heart Association and volunteered as an EMT for the Town of Rockport for over 20 years. In her spare time, she enjoys the outdoors, spending time with her family and traveling. If you would like to schedule a visit with Cindy in Gloucester, call her at (978) 325-5260.
Judith Ryan is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors Degree of Science in Nursing. Her professional background includes cardiac nursing, dementia care, CPR instructor, adjunct professor at NSCC. Judith started work as the Public Health Nurse in Hamilton in 2023. She has also worked as the Public Health Nurse in Danvers since 2015. Judith spends her workdays investigating communicable diseases, giving educational talks in the community on a plethora of topics, assisting individuals/families with resources for substance use and anything else that may come her way during the workday. With her free time, she spends as much time as possible outside along with her two girls, her two year old grandson, their horse and cats. If you would like a visit from Judith in Hamilton, reach out to her at 978-626-2150.
Chassea Robinson has been a nurse since 2001. She has worked for the Rockport Health Department since 2020. Previously, she worked as a Public Health Nurse in Peabody and Gloucester and in Boston for the Boston Public Health Commission. Chassea loves working with mothers, families, and new babies. She lives with her husband and two daughters in Gloucester. She can be reached at (978) 559-1464 if you would like to schedule a visit in Rockport.
Pamela Brown Crehan is a Registered Nurse, with a bachelor’s degree of Science in Nursing. Her professional background includes being a Labor & Delivery Nurse for over 30 years, a part time Elementary School nurse, and an owner of 4 Beach Gifts & Goodies. Pamela came to the Manchester Board of Health as the Public Health nurse in 2021. Her focus is on investigating all communicable diseases, hosting vaccine clinics, monthly blood pressure screenings, as well as, offering health education and referrals to the community on request. Pamela is a lifelong resident of Manchester. She raised her 4 children here and is now giving back to the community she loves. If you would like a visit from Pamela in Manchester, reach out to her at the Manchester BOH at (978) 290-0301.
Patti McDonough is a Registered Nurse and earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from U Mass Boston in 1997. In 2022 she earned a Masters degree in School Nursing Education from Cambridge College. Patti has worked as a School Nurse in Andover for 17 years and is also a Public Health Nurse in Middleton. She enjoys hiking and training with her 2 dogs, volunteering with local animal rescues, yoga, working out, and baking sourdough bread. If you would like a visit from Patti in Middleton, she can be reached at 978-317-3630.
Jeanne Butler joined the North Shore Public Health Collaborative in 2024 as a Public Health Nurse. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Maine, is an Emergency Medical Technician, an American Heart Association CPR Instructor, and a volunteer with the Medical Reserve Corps.
One of the favorite parts of her job is meeting mothers and babies with the North Shore Mother Visiting Partnership. She finds providing clinical education, support and resources to new mothers very rewarding.
Jeanne spends her free time cheering on the Red Sox and Patriots, exploring local hiking trails and working on DIY home improvement projects.