Amanda Melton, LPN, works in the Medical Surgical Unit at Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.
From multiple nominations
“Amanda has been my dad’s nurse for several days during his stay. She patiently answered all questions, attended to my dad as the patient and has taken special care of my mom who refused to leave his side. She took time to explain medications, treatment and attended to all needs. We could not have asked for better care from Amanda and all the nursing staff on the 2nd floor.”
“Amanda M is the nicest and caring nurse, and she answered every question with knowledge and understanding. She kept me in the know of what procedures were scheduled and that was very, very comforting to me. I suffer with a-fib and that can get scary at times. She took my needs and concerns very seriously. I wish every nurse was that engaging and caring. I know her job is very busy, but she does it with joy and patience. Thank you so much Amanda!”
“Amanda Melton demonstrated a breathing technique to me when I was having wheezing issues and shortness of breath. She even made an audio recording for me with soothing breathing instructions. It was very helpful. She took excellent care of me!”
About DAISY Awards
The DAISY Award is a recognition for extraordinary nurses who exemplify compassion toward patients and families.
Vanderbilt Health distributes the award in partnership with The DAISY Foundation, which was formed in 1999 to honor the memory of J. Patrick Barnes, a 33-year-old man who died of complications of the autoimmune disease Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Barnes’ family was moved by the care they received from his nurses and wanted to recognize them to preserve his memory. DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System.
Vanderbilt Health nurse committees determine the individual recipients. Previous recipients of the DAISY Award are here. The award is open to all licensed nurses, and anyone can nominate — including co-workers, patients and their families. Nominations may be made here.
