Michelle L. Vecchio
Summary
Dedicated Professor of Nursing with extensive experience in curriculum development and clinical instruction. Proven skills in student mentorship and leadership contribute to high levels of student engagement and achievement. Strong focus on communication and empathy enhances educational effectiveness.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Faculty Professor
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2019 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials for diverse student populations.
- Facilitated interactive discussions to enhance student understanding of complex concepts.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, assignments, and feedback sessions.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
Academic Advisor
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2024 - Current
- Guided students in academic planning and course selection.
- Developed supportive relationships with diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with faculty to address student needs and concerns.
- Monitored academic performance and advised on improvement strategies.
Staff Nurse/Nursing Supervisor
Manor Care/ ProMedica/ Genesis
02.2020 - 12.2024
Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Duquesne University
08.2020 - 12.2020
Temporary Full Time Nursing Faculty Associate Professor
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2019 - 08.2020
Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2015 - 08.2019
Nurse Manager
Forbes Regional Hospital
04.2017 - 07.2019
Charge Registered Nurse
Golden Living Center
04.2014 - 04.2017
Director of Quality Management/Chief Quality Officer
Kindred Hospital/ Curahealth Hospital
06.2012 - 04.2017
Director of Quality Management
Select Specialty Hospital
03.2009 - 06.2012
Clinical Liaison
Select Specialty Hospital
02.2008 - 03.2009
Staff Nurse - Vital Staffing Nursing Agency
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
04.2007 - 03.2009
Staff Nurse - UPMC Braddock Hospital
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
08.2007 - 02.2008
Staff Nurse - Resource Department
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2007
Staff Nurse - Neurosurgery, Neurology, Vascular Surgery, and Trauma Units
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2003
Staff Nurse - Radiation Oncology Department
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.1993 - 01.2003
Staff Nurse - Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery Step-Down Units
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.1991 - 01.1993
Nurse Intern - Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery Step-Down Units
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.1990 - 01.1991
Research Assistant – Balance Disorders Clinic
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.1988 - 01.1989
Nursing Assistant
Woodhaven Care Center
01.1988 - 01.1989
Education
Post-Master of Science - Nursing Education Certificate
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona04.2016
Master of Science - Emphasis in Leadership in Health Care Systems
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05.1991
Skills
- Nursing student instruction
- Course planning
- Student assessment
- Academic advising
- Academic performance monitoring
- Student relationship management
Affiliations
• Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN), 01/01/20 - Present
• Pennsylvania Organization of Nurse Leaders, 01/01/17 - 12/31/19, Poster Presentation at 2018 Annual conference
• The Oncology Nursing Society, 01/01/97 - 12/31/01
• The Honor Society of Nursing, 01/01/90 - 12/31/01
• Pennsylvania Organization of Nurse Leaders, 01/01/17 - 12/31/19, Poster Presentation at 2018 Annual conference
• The Oncology Nursing Society, 01/01/97 - 12/31/01
• The Honor Society of Nursing, 01/01/90 - 12/31/01
Certification
- BLS, 01/01/87 - Present
- Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority Course, 01/01/10
- ACLS, 01/01/07 - 12/31/19
- Critical Care and Advanced Critical Care Course, 01/01/07
- Telemetry Training Course, 01/01/91 & 01/01/07
- Certified Oncology Nurse, 01/01/99 - 12/31/01
Volunteer Experience
- Grace Life Church, Medical Team Lead, 01/01/20 - Present
- Grace Life Church, Kid’s Life Educator, 01/01/19 - Present
- Grace Life Church, Kid’s Camp Nurse, 01/01/19 - Present
Awards
- CCAC SLED Award: Faculty Impact Award, 01/01/21 - 12/31/22
- UPMC ACE Award, 01/01/06
- UPMC Cameo of Caring Award, 01/01/06
- UPMC Above and Beyond Award, 01/01/06
Timeline
Academic Advisor
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2024 - Current
Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Duquesne University
08.2020 - 12.2020
Staff Nurse/Nursing Supervisor
Manor Care/ ProMedica/ Genesis
02.2020 - 12.2024
Nursing Faculty Professor
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2019 - Current
Temporary Full Time Nursing Faculty Associate Professor
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2019 - 08.2020
Nurse Manager
Forbes Regional Hospital
04.2017 - 07.2019
Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2015 - 08.2019
Charge Registered Nurse
Golden Living Center
04.2014 - 04.2017
Director of Quality Management/Chief Quality Officer
Kindred Hospital/ Curahealth Hospital
06.2012 - 04.2017
Director of Quality Management
Select Specialty Hospital
03.2009 - 06.2012
Clinical Liaison
Select Specialty Hospital
02.2008 - 03.2009
Staff Nurse - UPMC Braddock Hospital
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
08.2007 - 02.2008
Staff Nurse - Vital Staffing Nursing Agency
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
04.2007 - 03.2009
Staff Nurse - Resource Department
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2007
Staff Nurse - Neurosurgery, Neurology, Vascular Surgery, and Trauma Units
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2003
Staff Nurse - Radiation Oncology Department
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.1993 - 01.2003
Staff Nurse - Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery Step-Down Units
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.1991 - 01.1993
Nurse Intern - Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery Step-Down Units
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.1990 - 01.1991
Research Assistant – Balance Disorders Clinic
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.1988 - 01.1989
Nursing Assistant
Woodhaven Care Center
01.1988 - 01.1989
Post-Master of Science - Nursing Education Certificate
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Emphasis in Leadership in Health Care Systems
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh