Michelle Culler

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with extensive NP experience across hospitalist, LTACH, and post-acute settings, plus prior ED/med-surg RN background. Board-certified ACNP delivering evidence-based care, ventilator management, infection prevention, and interdisciplinary coordination across hospitals, SNFs, and assisted living.

CRNP - PA Regional Response Team for Nursing Facilities / PCH / Assisted Living

(2020-01)

• Provide on-site advanced practice support to Nursing Facilities / PCH / Assisted Living; perform acute assessments, manage exacerbations, and coordinate escalation of care.
• Lead infection prevention, outbreak response, and staff education to standardize protocols and support regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with facility medical directors and interdisciplinary teams to reduce avoidable transfers and optimize outcomes.

Nurse Practitioner CME Initiative, CRNP - UPMC

(2017-01 - 2020-12)

• Contributed to NP-led CME content development and delivery, advancing evidence-based acute care practice.
• Facilitated case-based learning and guideline adoption; supported competency development for advanced practice providers.
• Collaborated with clinical leadership to align education with quality and patient safety priorities.

Hospitalist CRNP - Excela Health

(2008-01 - 2017-12)

• Managed inpatient admissions, rounds, cross-coverage, and discharges for diverse adult populations.
• Performed comprehensive H&Ps, ordered/interpreted diagnostics, and initiated evidence-based treatment plans.
• Coordinated with nursing, therapy, pharmacy, and case management to streamline throughput and transitions of care.

CRNP - Select Specialty Hospital, Latrobe, PA - Latrobe, PA

(2005-01 - 2008-12)

• Delivered acute and chronic disease management in an LTACH environment, including ventilator- and tracheostomy-dependent patients.
• Led interdisciplinary care planning, medication reconciliation, and family communication to support recovery goals.
• Monitored complex comorbidities and adjusted plans based on evolving clinical status.

CRNP - Mountain View Select

(2004-07 - 2005-07)

• Provided advanced practice care within a long-term acute care setting for medically complex patients.
• Supported ventilator management, vigilant monitoring, and coordination of transitions of care.

Ventilator Unit - Specialty Care, Greensburg, PA - Greensburg, PA

(2003-07 - 2003-09)

• Delivered nursing care in a ventilator unit; monitored respiratory status and supported ventilator weaning protocols.
• Collaborated with respiratory therapy and the interdisciplinary team to maintain patient safety.

Clinical Staff Nurse, Emergency Department - Latrobe Area Hospital, Latrobe, PA - Latrobe, PA

(1989-01 - 2002-12)

• Delivered high-acuity emergency nursing care; triaged, stabilized, and assisted with procedures.
• Participated in rapid response and trauma workflows; ensured accurate documentation and patient education.

Clinical Staff Nurse, IV Team - Citizens General Hospital, New Kensington, PA - New Kensington, PA

(1988-01 - 1990-12)

• Initiated and maintained peripheral IV access and monitored infusion therapies.
• Educated patients and staff on vascular access and infusion safety.

Clinical Staff Nurse, Medical / Surgical - Monsour Medical Center, Jeannette, PA - Jeannette, PA

(1987-01 - 1988-12)

• Provided comprehensive medical-surgical care, medication administration, and patient education.
• Coordinated with the interdisciplinary team to support safe recovery and discharge.

Nursing Instructor, PN / ADN Programs - Westmoreland County Community College, Youngwood, PA - Youngwood, PA

(2002-01 - 2005-12)

• Taught PN/ADN curricula; facilitated clinical rotations; evaluated student competencies and professional development.

Graduate Teaching Assistant - University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, Pittsburgh, PA - Pittsburgh, PA

(2001-01 - 2001-03)

• Supported graduate-level instruction, learner engagement, and course evaluation.

MSN - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program - University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing (2002)

BSN - Nursing - University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing (2001)

Diploma - Nursing - Citizens General Hospital (1987)