Open To Work
Darlene Lowder
Raynham,MA
Summary
Nursing Director with a strong background in operational efficiency and staff performance evaluation. Committed to developing comprehensive education programs that drive clinical excellence and adherence to protocols. Passionate about mentoring nursing staff to achieve optimal patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Manager
Brown University Health Morton Hospital
Taunton, Massachusetts
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring clinical protocol adherence to promote high-quality patient care.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize patient coverage and support nursing operations.
- Conducted performance evaluations, delivering constructive feedback to enhance nursing personnel development.
Nursing Supervisor
Tobey Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated communication among physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to address patient care issues, promoting collaborative care.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication to streamline patient care processes, improving overall efficiency.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts, enhancing patient care delivery.
Adjunct Nursing Professor
Bristol Community College
01.2021 - Current
- Delivered engaging lectures and hands-on training, fostering practical skills for nursing students.
- Designed nursing curriculum meeting state standards and industry best practices to enhance student readiness.
- Partnered with healthcare facilities to secure clinical placements and internships, enriching student learning experiences.
Director of Patient Throughput and Patient Flow
Brown University Health Morton Hospital
04.2025 - 03.2026
- Managed patient flow and efficiency to optimize care delivery in the hospital
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives to enhance accountability
- Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
- Facilitated team collaboration through establishment of open communication channels
Nursing Supervisor
Brown University Health Morton Hospital
08.2021 - 03.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and uphold protocol compliance.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure optimal shift coverage and maintain patient care standards.
- Reviewed patient care plans to ensure adherence to hospital standards and regulations.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication to improve efficiency of patient care processes.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
Brockton, MA
03.2018 - 09.2021
- Provided direct nursing care to STEMI patients requiring emergent cardiac catheterization, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
- Administered IV conscious sedation and monitored patients throughout and after procedures, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed and expertise, delivering critical care and life-saving interventions.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
Brockton, MA
05.2003 - 09.2021
- Treats patients with broad range of diagnoses ranging from sepsis, renal failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
- Manages all facets of telemetry, including PA catheters, central lines and arterial lines. Vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures, enhancing patient outcomes. Served as primary preceptor for night shift.
- Developed and supervised staff through orientation, training, and clinical instruction, ensuring competency in CCU practices.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
Brockton, MA
03.2001 - 09.2021
- Evaluates patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions to ensure optimal recovery.
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care to enhance understanding and compliance.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
Brockton, MA
07.1994 - 03.2001
- Monitored patient vital signs to identify and respond to abnormalities in telemetry readings, ensuring timely intervention.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create and implement patient care plans, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Administered prescribed medications while adhering to patient safety protocols, promoting optimal recovery.
Education
MSN/Ed -
Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, CO08-2024
BSN -
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA12-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
Brockton, MA06-1993
Skills
- Patient care management
- Patient care coordination
- Critical care management
- Epic charting
- Protocol compliance
- Performance evaluation
- Operational efficiency
- Staff scheduling
- Staff development
- CPR certification
- Massachusetts nursing license
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$160000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Clinical Nurse Manager
Brown University Health Morton Hospital
03.2026 - Current
Director of Patient Throughput and Patient Flow
Brown University Health Morton Hospital
04.2025 - 03.2026
Nursing Supervisor
Tobey Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Brown University Health Morton Hospital
08.2021 - 03.2025
Adjunct Nursing Professor
Bristol Community College
01.2021 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
03.2018 - 09.2021
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
05.2003 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse, PACU
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
03.2001 - 09.2021
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
07.1994 - 03.2001
MSN/Ed -
Colorado Christian University
BSN -
Fitchburg State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing