Amanda Lowery
Newland,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator and mentor with over two decades of experience in curriculum development and student engagement. Proven ability to foster collaborative learning environments and enhance student performance through innovative teaching methods and individualized support.
Qualified Paramedic with 30 years of experience brings top-notch skills in cardiac care, invasive interventions and pharmacology. Calm under stress and ready for challenging work. Continuously reinforces abilities through simulations and seeks out additional training in emergency care.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Avery County Emergency Medical Services
Newland, NC
1998 - Current
- 26 years with Avery County EMS
- Administered emergency medical care and life support at accident scenes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient transport and treatment plans.
- Operated advanced medical equipment, ensuring readiness and functionality during emergencies.
- Assessed patients' conditions, documenting vital signs and treatment responses accurately.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols, safety procedures, and equipment use.
- Developed strategies to enhance response times and improve patient outcomes in the field.
- Led post-incident reviews to identify areas for improvement in emergency response processes.
- Implemented best practices for patient care, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ride a longs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Safeguarded ambulance equipment through regular inventory checks, cleaning routines, and reporting any damaged items for replacement or repair immediately.
- Trained new paramedics in emergency response protocols and patient care standards.
- Assisted in developing training materials and simulations for field operations.
- Evaluated performance of trainees during real-life scenarios to ensure competency.
- Facilitated debriefing sessions to enhance learning from field experiences.
- Coordinated with medical directors to align training with current best practices.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, enhancing readiness of new recruits for field duties.
- Sustained positive relationships with hospital staff during patient transfers to establish trustworthiness among healthcare professionals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advancements in emergency medical services.
- Evaluated trainee performance during clinical rotations, providing constructive feedback to facilitate growth and improvement.
- Conducted regular reviews of protocols and procedures in line with industry best practices, promoting continuous improvements in patient care standards.
- Developed training materials for fellow paramedics, ensuring consistent understanding of protocols and procedures.
Instructor
Mayland Community College
Spruce Pine, NC
2000 - Current
- Developed curriculum materials to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and academic performance.
- Facilitated interactive workshops to promote hands-on learning experiences for students.
- Collaborated with faculty to align course objectives with institutional goals and standards.
- Mentored students through academic challenges, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Designed innovative teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles in the classroom.
- Analyzed feedback data to continuously improve course content and delivery methods.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing valuable insights and strategies for classroom success.
- Advocated for inclusion of mental health education in curriculum, supporting student well-being.
- Organized and led educational workshops for peers, sharing best practices in pedagogy and classroom management.
- Enhanced curriculum development with incorporation of current events and real-world applications.
- Utilized multimedia resources to enrich learning experience and cater to visual and auditory learners.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Critical Care Paramedic
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
Asheville, NC
- Administered advanced life support interventions during critical emergencies.
- Operated and maintained advanced medical equipment in high-pressure environments.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented clinical findings accurately.
- 6 Years work experience
Education
Paramedicine
Isothermal Community College
Rutherfordton, NC1993
Skills
- Critical care transport
- Critical decision-making skills
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- ECG interpretation
- Intubation
- IV insertion
- Medication administration
- Scene safety assessment
- Crowd control
- Stroke management
- Hazardous materials handling
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Mass casualty incidents
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Obstetrical emergencies
- Seizure management
- HIPAA expert
- Disaster response
- Burn treatment
- Neonatal resuscitation
- North Carolina licensed EMT-Paramedic
- Emergency management
- Disaster relief
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Certified critical care paramedic
Certification
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- ACLS Instructor
- PALS Instructor
- CPR Instructor AHA
- Field Training officer
- Critical Care Paramedic
- Class room Management
- Level 1 EMS instructor
- Paramedic
- Emergency Driver training
Timeline
Paramedic
Avery County Emergency Medical Services
1998 - Current
Instructor
Mayland Community College
2000 - Current
Critical Care Paramedic
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
Paramedicine
Isothermal Community College