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Melissa Leonard, RN

CNO

AdventHealth Celebration

Celebration, FL

Ms. Leonard has more than 27 years of nursing expertise and leadership. She began her career at AdventHealth Orlando in 1998. Over the course of her career, Ms. Leonard has held leadership roles in cardiovascular services, emergency medicine, psychiatric care and inpatient nursing. Known for her collaborative style and commitment to excellence, she has consistently focused on enhancing patient outcomes while supporting and developing nursing talent. Her dedication to workforce recruitment and retention reflects her passion for building strong, resilient teams. Prior to her current role, which she assumed in July 2025, Ms. Leonard served as CNO at AdventHealth Apopka (Fla.). Today, she continues to advance AdventHealth’s mission by fostering clinical excellence and cultivating the next generation of nursing leaders. Colleagues and team members recognize her for her focus on elevating patient and team experiences, as well as her unwavering commitment to excellence.

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