Chris Lowery
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in Surgical critical care, Trauma, Neurology, GI, and CRRT patients.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
Registered Pharmacy Technician
Carilion Roanoke Memorial
12.2015 - 06.2021
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Developed and implemented improvements to pharmacy organization system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University
Radford, VA07-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA06-2021
Skills
- Lab result interpretation
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Critical Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient Evaluation
- Clinical judgment
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Care
- Patient Relations
- Ventilator support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Registered Pharmacy Technician
Carilion Roanoke Memorial
12.2015 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Virginia Western Community College
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