Melissa Benson MBA, Msn, Rn
About Melissa Benson MBA, Msn, Rn
Melissa Benson is a Senior Director of Client Engagement at Health Catalyst, where she has worked since 2019. She holds an MBA and a Master of Science in Nursing, and has extensive experience in nursing and healthcare management.
Work at Health Catalyst
Melissa Benson serves as the Senior Director of Client Engagement at Health Catalyst, a role she has held since 2019. In this position, she focuses on enhancing client relationships and ensuring successful engagement strategies. Her work contributes to the company's mission of improving healthcare outcomes through data and analytics. Health Catalyst is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, where Benson applies her extensive experience in nursing and business to drive client satisfaction and operational success.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Benson holds multiple advanced degrees in the fields of business and nursing. She earned her Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing from Saint Joseph's College between 2014 and 2017. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Mount St. Joseph University from 2003 to 2007. This educational background equips her with a blend of clinical expertise and business acumen, enabling her to navigate the complexities of healthcare management.
Background
Melissa Benson has a diverse professional background in nursing and healthcare management. She began her career as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center from 2003 to 2008. She then continued in a similar role at Trihealth from 2008 to 2012. Following her nursing roles, she transitioned to a managerial position at Lee Memorial Health System, where she served as the Safety and Accreditation Program Manager from 2012 to 2018. This progression highlights her commitment to patient care and safety.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role at Health Catalyst, Melissa Benson accumulated significant experience in various healthcare settings. She worked as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center for five years and at Trihealth for four years. Subsequently, she took on the role of Safety and Accreditation Program Manager at Lee Memorial Health System, where she focused on compliance and quality assurance for six years. This extensive experience in both clinical and managerial capacities informs her current work in client engagement.