Melinda Gerrish

District Nurse · Indianola Community Schools

Nurse Ankeny, IA

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
14 years
since Jul 2012
Gender
Female

Experience

District NurseCurrent
Indianola Community Schools
Since Jul 2012 · 14 years · Ankeny, IA

Education

Ellsworth Community College
Teays Valley High School

Professional Overview

Melinda Gerrish is a District Nurse, currently affiliated with Indianola Community Schools, based in Ankeny, IA. As a nurse, Gerrish contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Ankeny, IA. They have been with Indianola Community Schools for 14 years. Gerrish holds academic credentials from Ellsworth Community College and Teays Valley High School. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. 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 Ankeny, IA 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.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 649,763 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Melinda Gerrish is one of them.
  • 4,061 Nurses are based in IA (out of 11,588 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical Nurse compensation in IA: $102,000 – $153,000 (median $119,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in IA: Unitypoint Health (231), University Of Iowa Health Care (136), Mercyone (110).
  • 7% of Nurses in IA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 67% of Nurses in IA have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting Nurse

Registered nurses are among the most in-demand healthcare professionals in the US. Recruiting RNs directly via personal contact data significantly reduces time-to-fill compared to job boards. When recruiting nurses, highlighting shift flexibility, signing bonuses, and professional development opportunities increases response rates.

Browse all Nurses →

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melinda Gerrish located?

Melinda Gerrish is based in Ankeny, IA. They are currently affiliated with Indianola Community Schools.

What is Melinda Gerrish's specialty?

Melinda Gerrish specializes in Nurse. Their current role is District Nurse.

Where does Melinda Gerrish currently work?

Melinda Gerrish currently works at Indianola Community Schools. They have been there for 14 years.

What is Melinda Gerrish's educational background?

Melinda Gerrish attended Ellsworth Community College and Teays Valley High School.

How do I contact Melinda Gerrish for recruiting?

HealthTal provides direct email address and phone number for Melinda Gerrish. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.

How do I recruit a Nurse?

Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides 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 IA?

Nurses in IA typically earn $102,000 to $153,000 annually, with a median of $119,000. 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.

Similar Professionals in IA