Melissa Burnell, Rn, MBA
About Melissa Burnell, Rn, MBA
Melissa Burnell is an Area Sales Director at Sera Prognostics, specializing in specialty sales and talent development. She holds a BSN and an MBA from the University of Phoenix and has extensive experience in clinical quality coordination and project management.
Work at Sera Prognostics
Melissa Burnell serves as the Area Sales Director at Sera Prognostics, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on driving sales strategies and managing operations within the Western Sector. Her responsibilities include overseeing sales initiatives, developing talent within her team, and ensuring the successful launch of new products. Burnell's expertise in specialty sales, particularly in Buy and Bill and Specialty Pharmacy, supports her efforts in enhancing the company's market presence.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Burnell earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Phoenix. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in healthcare sales and management. Burnell's expertise encompasses specialty sales, clinical quality coordination, case management, and utilization review, which she developed during her tenure at Sharp Healthcare.
Background
Prior to her current role, Melissa Burnell worked as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at Riverside Community Hospital. This clinical experience contributes to her understanding of healthcare dynamics and patient needs. Additionally, her previous roles at Sharp Healthcare involved clinical quality coordination and case management, further enhancing her skills in the healthcare sector.
Achievements in Sales Leadership
Melissa Burnell specializes in hiring and talent development, particularly in sales leadership. Her focus on building effective teams and launching sales platforms has been instrumental in her career. Burnell possesses skills in project management, entrepreneurship, program design, and brand management, which she applies to drive sales performance and operational efficiency in her current role.