Taylor Fortson
Granville,OH
Summary
Passionate nurse with over 10 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings and care units. Competent in care plan development and implementation, patient care coordination and interdisciplinary teams collaboration. I’m punctual, assertive and a team player.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Mental Health Services
Springfield, OH
01.2023 - Current
- Performed mental health assessments for inpatient psychiatric patients.
- Delivered compassionate care to enhance comfort and psychological, social, and well-being of patients.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders
- Responded to crisis situations using calm de-escalation techniques.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and coping skills to promote understanding and adherence.
- Maintained safe environment for staff and patients by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
Traveling Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
Columbus, OH
12.2017 - Current
- Adapted quickly to new units, protocols, and charting systems.
- Maintained infection control and safety standards in varied clinical settings.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate optimal care for each patient.
- Assisted healthcare providers in delivering quality patient care in a variety of settings.
- Delivered medication and treatments to patients following physician orders.
Home Health Nurse
Ohio Health
Columbus, Ohio
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided skilled nursing care to homebound patients such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Educated patients and family members on cleaning and dressing wounds and identifying signs of infection. About disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive measures.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and family caregivers.
Education
Accounting And Finance
University of Akron
Akron, OHRegistered Nurse
Hondros College of Nursing
Westerville, OHSkills
- Psychiatric Nursing/ Crisis intervention
- Inpatient/Homebound care
- Wound care,IV therapy
- Epic charting
Timeline
Home Health Nurse
Ohio Health
03.2023 - 06.2025
Nurse
Mental Health Services
01.2023 - Current
Traveling Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
12.2017 - Current
Accounting And Finance
University of Akron
Registered Nurse
Hondros College of Nursing