Melissa Melcher

Melissa Melcher is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Master of Nursing Program Director at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee College of Nursing. She holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from UW-Madison, an MN from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and a DNP from UW-Milwaukee with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, UW-Madison
• MN, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
• DNP, UW-Milwaukee (Family Nurse Practitioner)

Melissa’s research and practice focus on clinical instruction in psychomotor skills labs and acute care settings, informed by her prior experience as an EMT and Medical-Surgical nurse. Her quality improvement projects include enhancing breastfeeding rates and individualized care in neonatal ICUs. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes mutual trust, respect, and providing structured resources to address diverse student needs.