Lori Rowley
Ogallala,Nebraska
Summary
Disciplined public health immunization resource well-informed of all recent laws and regulations. Dedicated and compassionate with love of public health.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Health Nurse
Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department
Ogallala, NE
02.2021 - Current
- Educated clients about preventive health measures, including nutrition, exercise and disease prevention.
- Monitored immunization records and provided vaccinations as needed.
- Participated in community outreach activities to promote public health awareness among target populations.
- Investigated outbreaks of communicable diseases such as influenza or tuberculosis.
- Provided patients with vaccinations with consideration for dosage requirements, contraindications and possible side effects.
Public Health Nurse
Regional West Community Health
Scottsbluff, NE
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Conducted COVID-19 testing for patients, adhering to safety protocols.
- Administered immunizations to patients in accordance with guidelines and regulations.
- Provided patient education on the importance of vaccinations and preventive care measures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all immunization records.
- Assisted in developing strategies for increasing vaccination rates within the community.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate vaccine delivery services are available.
- Monitored vaccine inventory levels and placed orders when needed.
- Counseled patients about potential side effects from receiving vaccinations.
Immunization Specialist
State Of Nebraska - Department Of Health And Human Services
Alliance, NE
08.2004 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop effective strategies for increasing immunization rates.
- Performed quality assurance checks on all supplies used during immunization procedures.
- Facilitated communication between health departments, physicians, schools, and other organizations related to immunizations.
- Participated in public health outreach initiatives to promote awareness about the importance of vaccinations.
- Provided technical assistance to healthcare providers in administering vaccines correctly.
- Reviewed state laws and regulations concerning vaccine requirements for school attendance.
- Responded to inquiries from parents or guardians regarding specific immunization guidelines.
- Advised administrators on best practices for maintaining a safe environment when administering vaccinations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
University of New Mexico - Roswell Campus
Roswell, NM12.1985
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Disease Prevention
- Documentation and Reporting
- Team Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Preventative Care
- Infectious Disease Mitigation
- Interpersonal Communication
Affiliations
Active member of Lions club
Camp nurse for Nebraska Lions for hearing and site impaired children
Mission Trip to Jamaica providing health care to residents along with a medical team.
Accomplishments
- Melvin Jones Award
Certification
- BLS
- Disease surveillance
- certificated Food safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Public Health Nurse
Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department
02.2021 - Current
Public Health Nurse
Regional West Community Health
04.2019 - 12.2021
Immunization Specialist
State Of Nebraska - Department Of Health And Human Services
08.2004 - 08.2020
Associate of Arts - Nursing
University of New Mexico - Roswell Campus
- BLS
- Disease surveillance
- certificated Food safety
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