Kristen Murusky, APRN
Kristen is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who has specialized in the treatment and management of heart and vascular disease since 2019. She has extensive experience managing complex cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disorders and coordinating specialty services to meet patient needs. Kristen also has a background in pulmonary and sleep medicine, which she is deeply passionate about, as she believes strongly in optimizing health from a multidisciplinary and holistic perspective.
Prior to her work as a nurse practitioner, Kristen served as a registered nurse in Emergency Medicine for over a decade. She also worked in psychiatric medicine and mental health, providing care for individuals in treatment for acute psychiatric needs, addiction, eating disorders, and complex trauma. This diverse background allows her to implement a unique professional approach that celebrates patient involvement in strategizing personal healthcare goals while maintaining a strong evidence-based, data-driven structure for patient care.
A Connecticut native, Kristen remains deeply engaged in her community and global social services. She has been an active emergency medical volunteer with the Special Olympics of CT for over ten years and has worked with organizations such as the Ronald McDonald House, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and various domestic shelters. Her favorite experiences include global volunteer work providing disaster relief and medical care in Puerto Rico and Uganda.
Outside of her professional life, Kristen is an avid multi-sport athlete and former captain of the Amity High School Swim team. She has a wanderlust for life and can often be found in the mountains or on the water—whether she is skiing, snowboarding, hiking, or paddleboarding. She is enthusiastic about helping others develop their passions and finding ways to optimize their health and happiness.
Education
- Quinnipiac University: BAS in Psychology and Human Services, World History, and Studio Fine Art
- St. Vincent’s College: ASN
- Yale University School of Nursing- RN & MSN
- Sacred Heart University: BSN & MSN