Melanie Fort
Bryan,TEXAS
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Summary
Dedicated Field Nurse with over 30 years of experience providing compassionate healthcare for geriatric patients. Proficient in assessing patients' health issues and needs. . Ready to bring my knowledge of patient needs and a strong work ethic.
Work History
LVN field nurse
Accent Care
2025.06 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely medical interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment protocols and self-care strategies.
LVN Field Nurse
Traditions Health Care
College Station, TX
2008.07 - 2025.05
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
- Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
- Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.
LVN Field Nurse
Texas Home Health
College Station, TX
2003.06 - 2008.06
ADON
Yoakum Nursing And Rehab
Yoakum, TX
2002.03 - 2003.03
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and resident complaints or concerns.
- Planned and assigned workload to nursing staff to direct patient care.
Education
LVN Nursing -
University of Houston - Victoria
Victoria, TX05.1992
Skills
- Patient Charting
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Conflict Resolution
- Vital Signs Recording
- Wound Dressing
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
Timeline
LVN field nurse
Accent Care
2025.06 - Current
LVN Field Nurse
Traditions Health Care
2008.07 - 2025.05
LVN Field Nurse
Texas Home Health
2003.06 - 2008.06
ADON
Yoakum Nursing And Rehab
2002.03 - 2003.03
LVN Nursing -
University of Houston - Victoria