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Melissa Kester

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Dnp

Nurse Practitioner Seattle, WA Mednorthwest
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
6 years at Mednorthwest
Connections
59
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,546 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Practitioner specialty. Melissa Kester is one of them.
  • 1,483 Nurse Practitioners are based in WA (out of 30,795 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical Nurse Practitioner compensation in WA: $121,000 – $182,000 (median $141,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurse Practitioners in WA: Multicare Health System (52), Seattle Children's (46), University Of Washington (29).
  • 2% of Nurse Practitioners in WA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 82% of Nurse Practitioners in WA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University of Washington
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certificate
2019
University of Washington
Doctorate of Nursing Practice Master's in Nursing
2014
Marquette University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
2005
About Mednorthwest
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1 to 19
Revenue
<$1M
Professional Overview

Melissa Kester is a Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Dnp, currently affiliated with Mednorthwest, based in Seattle, WA. As a nurse practitioner, Kester contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Seattle, WA. They have been with Mednorthwest for 6 years. Kester holds academic credentials, including Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certificate and Doctorate of Nursing Practice Master's in Nursing, from University of Washington and University of Washington. Mednorthwest operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1 to 19 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse practitioner professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse practitioner specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Seattle, WA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melissa Kester located?
Melissa Kester is based in Seattle, WA. They are currently affiliated with Mednorthwest.
What is Melissa Kester's specialty?
Melissa Kester specializes in Nurse Practitioner. Their current role is Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Dnp.
Where does Melissa Kester currently work?
Melissa Kester currently works at Mednorthwest. They have been there for 6 years.
What is Melissa Kester's educational background?
Melissa Kester attended University of Washington and University of Washington.
How do I contact Melissa Kester for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse Practitioner?
Recruiting nurse practitioners typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurse practitioners across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in WA?
Nurse Practitioners in WA typically earn $121,000 to $182,000 annually, with a median of $141,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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