Melissa De Vera MSN, RN, PHN

Melissa De Vera, Lead Faculty, College of Nursing, ELM

Lead Faculty, Entry-Level Master (ELM) of Science in Nursing

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Nursing Informatics, West Coast University, 2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, West Coast University–Ontario, 2013
Nursing Prerequisites, Mt. San Antonio College, 2010

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Melissa De Vera serves as Lead Faculty for the Entry-Level Master (ELM) of Science in Nursing program at Westcliff University. With a strong foundation in nursing education and informatics, she brings both academic rigor and practical insight to this critical role.

Melissa’s role involves guiding the curriculum for new ELM students, mentoring faculty, and fostering an inclusive, student-centered learning environment that supports the next generation of nursing professionals.

Before joining Westcliff, Melissa earned her Master of Science in Nursing Informatics from West Coast University (2021) and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from West Coast University–Ontario (2013). She also completed her nursing prerequisites at Mt. San Antonio College (2010).

If you are interested in learning more about Westcliff University nursing programs, please visit the College of Nursing home page, Corona campus page, BSN program page, or ELM program page.