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On the recordFebruary 2, 2022
In honor of Black History Month, I would like to recognize Melody Taylor. Melody Taylor is a board-certified registered nurse with years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has earned a master of science in nursing leadership and management. She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in nursing. Melody serves as a nurse leader at Orlando Health. Ms. Taylor is recognized as a dedicated community and nurse advocate, having led many initiatives empowering low-income families to succeed and advancing the field of nursing. From 2007 to 2014, she engaged with the city of Orlando Office of Community Affairs to improve social determinants of health in at-risk populations. During that time, she became a volunteer on the citizens' review panel for the city of Orlando. Her leadership was the key driver in mobilizing low-income families to mainstream society along with the collaborations of nonprofit, faith-based, business, and governmental entities. Ms. Taylor is a founding member and president of Black Nurses Rock Orlando. She is also a board member of the Black Nurses Rock Foundation, where she has served as the director of chapter development for 23 chapters across the United States. Ms. Taylor was recognized as the Black Nurses Rock Foundation Leader of the Year in 2018. Community advocacy has always been a priority for Melody.…
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Darren Soto
Democratic · Florida

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