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Melinda Williams

Grand Blanc,MI

Summary

Experienced Nurse Practitioner specializing in patient-centered palliative care, symptom management, and interdisciplinary care coordination. Known for compassionate communication, patient/family education, and supporting comfort-focused care across serious illness.

Overview

1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practition

A&D Health Care Professionals
Saginaw, MI
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed and expanded palliative care services, enhancing access to patient-centered, comfort-focused care.
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on palliative care options and supportive services available during serious illness.

Nurse Practitioner

Heartland Hospice
Flint, MI
09.2017 - 05.2024
  • Evaluated complex patient needs and facilitated symptom management to enhance comfort and quality of life for patients with life-limiting illnesses.
  • Delivered individualized, comfort-focused care prioritizing patient dignity and quality of life while honoring patient and family preferences.
  • Coordinated care with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, educating and supporting patients and families during end-of-life transitions.

Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor

University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MI
09.2016 - 12.2017
  • Explained clinical concepts, provided constructive feedback, and supported students in applying nursing knowledge to enhance real-world patient care.
  • Assessed student performance, promoted evidence-based clinical decision-making, and upheld professional nursing standards and patient safety.

PACU Nurse

Mclaren Flint Hospital
Flint, MI
05.2012 - 04.2017
  • Skilled in monitoring patients during post-anesthesia recovery, recognizing changes in patient condition, and responding promptly to potential complications.
  • Collaborates with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing staff to support safe, coordinated patient care and smooth transitions from recovery.
  • Management of other pre-operative department to ensure high quality patient care, on time surgery start times, and quick decision making to keep area running smoothly.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan, Flint
Flint, MI
08-2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan, Flint
Flint, MI
05-2012

Skills

  • Palliative care planning
  • Symptom management
  • End-of-life care
  • Care coordination
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient education
  • Patient advocacy

Certification

  • Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
    NPI number 1245760883
  • Nurse - State of Michigan
    License number 4704293371
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association

Timeline

Nurse Practition

A&D Health Care Professionals
06.2024 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

Heartland Hospice
09.2017 - 05.2024

Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor

University of Michigan - Flint
09.2016 - 12.2017

PACU Nurse

Mclaren Flint Hospital
05.2012 - 04.2017

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan, Flint

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan, Flint
Melinda Williams