Christina Lowery
Hachita
Summary
As both a staff and charge nurse on my unit I am adept at leading my team and providing top-notch care at Carroll Hospital Center. I excel in patient assessments and clear documentation. Known for exceptional patient and family advocacy, I've mentored staff to foster professional growth, embodying dedication and compassion in nursing. My strong clinical judgment and expertise with our EMR has significantly enhanced patient outcomes.
I would like to take my current skills and expand them further into the nursing informatics environment where I can further develop and educate those using the EMR to improve safety and functionality.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Carroll Hospital Center, Lifebridge Affiliate
02.2003 - Current
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth, while remaining calm and supporting the patient and family.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Manage pain with patient through multiple modalities, including, natural child birth, IV analgesia, and epidural analgesia infusions during labor and delivery.
- Assess infant health and safety directly after birth while promoting family bonding and feeding.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
- Improved overall patient outcomes by continuously updating clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities.
- Perform Resource Nurse (Charge Nurse) on my unit several times a month.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and assist providers with determining need for admission or observation.
- Worked with Informatics team to develop two documentation systems and taught my entire unit how to use it.
- Continue to work with Nursing Informatics for updating EMR and providing training to our unit.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Greater Baltimore Medical Center, GBMC
01.2000 - 02.2005
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth. Level III L&D, over 4000 deliveries yearly.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Managed induction of labor for women for medical necessity or elective induction by following protocols and physician orders.
- Effectively communicated between disciplines and providers to provide safe care for laboring families.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
St. Agnes Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Managed 30 bed sub-acute medical-surgical rehabilitation unit with another nurse and tech.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD12-1998
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Precepting
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Nursing staff leadership
- EMR systems
- High level of autonomy
- Problem-solving skills
- Task prioritization
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) American Academy of Pediatrics Oct,2024
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association.
- S.T.A.B.L.E. (Stabilization of Sick Infants for Transport) 02/2025: renewal
- RNC- EFM; National Certification Corporation; 2025 renewal
Daisy Award,
I was given a Daisy award after going on my own time to our hospital's inpatient Hospice Center to visit a pregnant patient's dying grandparent. It was their first grandchild and it was my patient's greatest wish to have them hear the babies heart beat before they passed away. Together, the mom and I walked to her loved ones room and we sat together and listened to the baby's heart beat while her grandmother was brought to tears. Her mom also recorded the heart beat for their future memories. I didn't expect to get any awards or even any recognition for doing this, it was simply the right thing to do.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Carroll Hospital Center, Lifebridge Affiliate
02.2003 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Greater Baltimore Medical Center, GBMC
01.2000 - 02.2005
Registered Nurse
St. Agnes Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.1999 - 01.2000
Associate of Arts - Nursing
The Community College of Baltimore County
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