Melissa comes to Silverado with over 30 years nursing experience, including a range of skills that includes emergency room triage, wound care, rehab/long-term care, memory care, assisted living, infection control, IV home health, hospice care and much more. She started as a candy striper in her early teens, completed state certification as a nursing assistant in her senior year of high school and continued working as a nurse while she earned her degree from Thomas Nelson College in Newport News, Virginia.
Compassion and understanding are at the root of Melissa’s motivation to provide the best care. She was raised as the daughter of a preacher and was a caregiver for both parents in their battles with terminal cancer and dementia. After being widowed, she continued her selfless work of nursing while raising her three young sons.
Melissa has a strong reputation in the Alexandria area as a great nurse with strong leadership and consistent professionalism. She has received many accolades and honors throughout her nursing career. Melissa is certified in crisis intervention by Falls Church Social Services and trainer of geriatric nursing assistant and medication technician courses.
Melissa lives in Southern Maryland and enjoys the beach, gardening and spending time with her family.
