Melinda Culbertson
Canton
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner with 9+ years in urgent care and 3 years in prescription weight loss management. Skilled in acute care, chronic disease management, and patient-centered counseling. Strong leadership, scheduling, and clinical management experience. Committed to evidence-based, compassionate care and optimizing patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hometown Urgent Care and Occupational Health
01.2018 - Current
- Assess, diagnose, and manage acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic conditions for patients of all ages, including pediatrics.
- Perform procedures: splinting, casting, suturing, I&D; interpret labs and imaging.
- Provide occupational health services, including DOT certification, drug screening, and workers' compensation evaluations.
- Manage provider scheduling across 16 clinics, coordinating shifts, bonus assignments, trades, and incentive payouts.
- Maintain high patient flow, averaging 45–55 visits/day.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Prescription Weight Loss Management
04.2023 - Current
- Prescribe and manage FDA-approved weight loss medications; monitor efficacy, side effects, and adjust therapy.
- Provide counseling on nutrition, activity, and behavioral modifications to support long-term success.
- Track patient progress using evidence-based metrics; implement follow-up protocols to optimize outcomes.
- Educate patients on adherence, interactions, and realistic goal-setting to improve engagement.
Education
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Cincinnati
01.2017
BSN - Second-Degree Program
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
01.2009
BA - Mass Media/Communication
Mount Union College
01.2005
Skills
- Acute illness & injury management
- Prescription weight loss therapy
- Physical exams, prenatal & women’s health, well-child care
- Patient education & preventative counseling
- Provider scheduling & leadership
- DocuTap, E-Clinical Works, Cerner
Certification
- FNP – AANP Certified, APRN.CNP.021813 | Expires 10/2027
- RN – Ohio, License 418313 | Expires 10/2027
- DEA Registered | Expires 2026
- DOT Certification | Expires 2030
- BLS | Expires 10/2027
Volunteer Work
- Elementary School Book Fair Coordinator: Manage a week-long book fair generating approximately $15K in sales; oversee theme development, staff scheduling, and overall event organization to ensure smooth operations and high community engagement.
- Vice President, CAHA Youth Hockey: Provide leadership and strategic guidance for youth hockey programs; coordinate events, manage volunteers, and support organizational growth and community outreach.
- Assistant Sorority Advisor: Mentor and advise sorority members; assist with programming, and organizational initiatives to foster leadership and community involvement.
Affiliations
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Alpha Chi Omega Sorority – Advisor, Alpha Eta Chapter
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Prescription Weight Loss Management
04.2023 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hometown Urgent Care and Occupational Health
01.2018 - Current
BSN - Second-Degree Program
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
BA - Mass Media/Communication
Mount Union College
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Cincinnati