Melody Hellsten, DNP, APRN, PPCNP-BC, CHPPN
Instructor / Nurse Practitioner, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology-Oncology, Baylor College of Medicine
Email: mbhellst@texaschildrens.org
Languages: English
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Get to know Melody Hellsten, DNP, APRN, PPCNP-BC, CHPPN
Melody Hellsten is an experienced pediatric oncology and pediatric hospice nurse practitioner who has been board certified as a hospice and pediatric palliative care nurse. She specializes in pediatric palliative care and is a member of the Palliative Care Program at Texas Children's Hospital.
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| UT Houston HSC, School of Nursing | DNP | Doctor of Nursing Practice | 2014 |
| Syracuse University | Masters | Master of Science in Nursing | 2000 |
| Western Illinois University | Masters | Master of Clinical Psychology | 1987 |
| Western Illinois University | Bachelors | Music Therapy | 1985 |
| Rush University | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science in Nursing |
Board Certifications
PPCNP-BC, American Nurse Credentialing Center
Certified Hospice and Palliative Pediatric Nurse, HPCC – Hospice & Palliative Credentialing Center
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