Tasha Lowery, DNP (Cand)

Assistant Professor

Tasha Lowery is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Graduate Nursing Programs. Professor Lowerys academic and research passions lie at the intersection of pediatrics and emergency care. Professor Lowery is engaged in the project phase of an Acute Care Pediatric DNP program at the University of South Alabama. Professor Lowerys doctoral project examines if a standardized tool can help emergency departments better detect non-accidental head trauma in infants. As a Navy veteran and Marine Corps spouse Professor Lowery currently practices in Okinawa, Japan and has interest in veterans issues.

Education

DNP Student, University of South Alabama, expected graduation December 2022
PNP-AC, Post Graduate Certificate, University of South Alabama, 2020
FNP, Post Graduate Certificate, Hawaii Pacific University, 2015
MSN, Nursing Education, Excelsior College 2013
MA, Leadership Studies, University of San Diego, 2002
BSN, Excelsior College, 2011
BA, Linguistics University of Southern California, 2001
AS, Nursing 2009

Credentials/Certifications

CPNP-AC, FNP-C, ENP-C
CCRN - Pediatric
Certified Emergency Nurse
Trauma Certified Registered Nurse

Academic Area

School of Nursing

Expertise

Pediatrics
Child Abuse & Neglect
Emergency

Courses Taught

GNRS 511 - Advanced Assessment for Pediatric APRNs
GNRS 512L - Advanced Assessment for APRNs lab
GNRS 513 - Advanced Practice Roles
GNRS 590a - Care of the Young Family
GNRS 592a - Care of the Older Adult
GNRS 532 - Advanced Pediatrics
GNRS 597 - Comprehensive Exam Seminar