Melissa Jacoby is a registered nurse in Cincinnati and works in the emergency room. She previously worked in Houston as a trauma nurse. She was part of the team of Mercy Health professions who traveled to Haiti to serve at the Bishop Joseph M. Sullivan Center for Health to contribute to strengthening care and operations. Melissa is an avid traveler and looks for any opportunity to help enrich the lives of others. Learn more about Melissa and why she chose to volunteer with CMMB.

Where is home? Fairfield, Ohio, USA

Education: I have an Associates Degree in Nursing. I intend to go back for a Masters and become a Nurse Practitioner.

CMMB volunteer post: I’m part of Mercy Health, a Catholic health partner.

If you were asked to sum yourself up in two words, which two would you choose? Compassionate and strong

Why CMMB? I’ve always loved being able to help in a hands-on way rather than just throwing money or donations at a problem. Sometimes it’s more rewarding to actually see the faces that you’re helping.

What are you most proud of? I’ve been able to help so many without them knowing it. Sometimes doing the right thing is even better when you are the only one who knows you did that thing.

Imagine you are stuck in an elevator. Who would you most like to be stuck with? And why? Tough question! So many people come to mind… do they have to be currently living? Ellen Degeneres. We could have a dance off and I know she could keep me entertained. But if I could bring someone back and talk to them, my mom. I miss her and have so many questions.

What would be your theme song? Most People Are Good by Luke Bryan

Imagine if you were an animal, which would you be and why? I would be a phoenix because as often as I’ve encountered tragedy and obstacles that would have crippled others, I’ve risen from the ashes into a better form of myself.

What is your hope for your experience volunteering with CMMB? I hope to touch the lives of others and have the experience help me to serve in God’s purpose. He’s blessed me and I’d like to give back.

Favorite quote:  “It’s not how much we have, but how much we enjoy that makes happiness.” ~ Charles Spurgeon

What book should everyone read? Why? The only book I can think of that everyone should read is the Bible.

Who would you like to play you in the movie of your life? Reese Witherspoon

What is your hope for the future? Get married and have a family.

If you could solve one world problem, what would it be? I’d like to cure cancer.

What are the three things you are most grateful for? My friends, family, and pets.

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