Heather Lowry

Heart and Stroke certified instructor for BCLS and ACLS and PALS

• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Provided clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Charge nurse experience for a Regional facility