Melissa Ruppel, Msn, Nnp Bc
About Melissa Ruppel, Msn, Nnp Bc
Melissa Ruppel is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in neonatal intensive care and pediatrics. She has worked in various healthcare settings, including her current position at UF Health Jacksonville since 2019.
Work at UF Health Jacksonville
Melissa Ruppel has been employed at UF Health Jacksonville as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner since 2019. In this role, she utilizes her extensive experience in neonatal intensive care to provide specialized care for newborns. Her position involves collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes for infants requiring critical care.
Previous Experience in Neonatal Care
Prior to her current role, Melissa Ruppel worked as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner at SIU School of Medicine from 2015 to 2019. During her four years there, she gained valuable experience in managing complex neonatal cases. Additionally, she served as a NICU Registered Nurse Certified at St. John's Hospital from 2010 to 2015, where she further developed her skills in critical care for infants.
Educational Background
Melissa Ruppel holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on Neonatal Nurse Practitioner from Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing, which she completed from 2012 to 2014. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Millikin University from 2005 to 2007. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Liberal Arts with a Chemistry Concentration from Eastern Illinois University between 1995 and 2000.
Diverse Healthcare Experience
Melissa Ruppel has a diverse background in healthcare, having worked in various roles since 2004. Her experience includes serving as a Healthcare Tech/Secretary at Carle Foundation Hospital for four years and as a Registered Nurse in Pediatrics at Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital from 2008 to 2010. This breadth of experience contributes to her comprehensive understanding of medical practice.
Expertise in Pediatrics and Neonatal Care
Melissa Ruppel possesses expertise in pediatrics, which enhances her ability to provide comprehensive care in neonatal settings. Her focus on neonatal intensive care, combined with her nursing education, equips her to address the unique needs of newborns and their families effectively.