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Melissa Defonce

School Nurse

Nurse Carmel, NY Horry County Schools
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
11 years at Horry County Schools
Gender
Female
Connections
52
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Melissa Defonce is one of them.
  • 32,888 Nurses are based in NY (out of 90,317 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 23 contacts at Horry County Schools are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in NY: $124,000 – $186,000 (median $145,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in NY: Northwell Health (1,231), Nyu Langone Health (804), New York Presbyterian Hospital (559).
  • 7% of Nurses in NY hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 70% of Nurses in NY have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed October 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
Dutchess Community College
Associate's Degree
2014
New York University
Master's degree
1997
The University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
1992
Skills
Group Therapy Therapists Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Payroll Case Managment Palliative Care Elder Care Home Care Inpatient Healthcare Management Medicaid Hospitals Case Management Psychotherapy
About Horry County Schools
Industry
Education
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Office Location
1605 Horry St, Conway, SC
Professional Overview

Melissa Defonce is a School Nurse, currently affiliated with Horry County Schools, based in Carmel, NY. As a nurse, Defonce contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Carmel, NY. They have been with Horry County Schools for 11 years. Defonce holds academic credentials, including Associate's Degree and Master's degree, from Dutchess Community College and New York University. Core competencies include Group Therapy, Therapists, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll. Horry County Schools operates in the Education sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse 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 specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Carmel, NY 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 Defonce located?
Melissa Defonce is based in Carmel, NY. They are currently affiliated with Horry County Schools.
What is Melissa Defonce's specialty?
Melissa Defonce specializes in Nurse. Their current role is School Nurse.
Where does Melissa Defonce currently work?
Melissa Defonce currently works at Horry County Schools. They have been there for 11 years.
What is Melissa Defonce's educational background?
Melissa Defonce attended Dutchess Community College and New York University.
How do I contact Melissa Defonce for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in NY?
Nurses in NY typically earn $124,000 to $186,000 annually, with a median of $145,000. 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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