La’Gidgette Robinson
Temple
Summary
I am a dedicated Nursing Professional Development Specialist, committed to improving the health of my community, and advancing the nursing profession. With a strong clinical background and a passion for education, I specialize in curriculum development, staff training, and interdisciplinary collaboration. I empower current and future nurses through innovative education and mentorship. My experience has enabled me to lead impactful outreach initiatives, provide professional development, and promote high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Baylor Scott and White Regional Medical Center
Temple
07.2011 - Current
- As a Nursing Professional Development Specialist, I support the professional growth and competency of nursing staff for four acute care units.
- I facilitate training and onboarding for nurse residents, ensuring a smooth transition into clinical practice, and promoting evidence-based care.
- My role involves designing and delivering engaging educational programs, developing curriculum tailored to unit-specific needs, and mentoring staff to support their career advancement.
- I collaborate closely with Temple College to create advanced training opportunities for patient care technicians (PCTs), enhancing their clinical skills, and preparing them for expanded roles.
- I lead community outreach initiatives with the local independent school districts (ISDs), helping to build early pipelines into healthcare careers, and strengthening community-hospital partnerships.
IV Infusion Nurse
Temple IV Drip
Temple
01.2021 - Current
- Administer intravenous, intramuscular, or oral therapies, and nutritional support under physician orders and nursing protocols.
- Assess patients' vascular access needs and select appropriate venipuncture sites.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions or complications during and after infusions.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all infusion-related assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
Adjunct Clinical Educator
Temple College
Temple
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Supervised and mentored students during clinical rotations across assigned hospital units.
- Provided instruction, demonstration, and guidance on clinical skills and professional behavior.
- Evaluated student performance, delivering constructive feedback and completing documentation of clinical competencies.
- Collaborated with hospital staff and faculty to align clinical experiences with curriculum objectives.
Adjunct Clinical Educator
Central Texas College
Killeen
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Supervised and mentored students during clinical rotations in assigned hospital units.
- Provided instruction, demonstration, and guidance on clinical skills and professional behavior.
- Evaluated student performance, offering constructive feedback and completing documentation of clinical competencies.
- Collaborated with hospital staff and faculty to align clinical experiences with curriculum objectives.
Adjunct Clinical Educator
University of Mary Hardin Baylor
Belton
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Supervised and mentored students during clinical rotations across assigned hospital units.
- Provided instruction and guidance on clinical skills and professional behavior.
- Evaluated student performance, offering constructive feedback and completing documentation of competencies.
Orthopedics and Neurology With Overflow Med/Surg
Conroe Regional Medical Center
Conroe
03.2009 - 06.2011
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Quickly adapted to new units and facility protocols, maintaining flexibility in assignments and workflows.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administered medications, performed treatments, and monitored patient responses according to physician orders, and evidence-based practices.
- Provided specialized care for patients with neurological conditions, such as stroke, seizures, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord disorders, including frequent neuro assessments and monitoring for changes in condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to manage medications, support mobility and rehabilitation efforts, and educate patients and families on neurological recovery and long-term care needs.
Med/Surg
Aures Medical Staffing
Round Rock
10.2008 - 01.2009
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Quickly adapt to new units and facility protocols, maintaining flexibility in assignments and workflows.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and monitor patient responses according to physician orders, and evidence-based practices.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to ensure continuity of care, and optimal patient outcomes.
Float on Medical and Surgical Floors
Aures Medical Staffing: St. Elizabeth Hospital
Gonzales
04.2008 - 10.2008
- Travel Nurse Assignment
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Quickly adapted to new units and facility protocols, maintaining flexibility in assignments and workflows.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and monitor patient responses according to physician orders and evidence-based practices.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
Med/Surg
Nurses RX: Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
Lafayette
06.2007 - 03.2008
- Travel Nurse Assignment
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Quickly adapted to new units and facility protocols, maintaining flexibility in assignments and workflows.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administered medications, performed treatments, and monitored patient responses according to physician orders, and evidence-based practices.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
Urology Nurse
Cirrus Medical Staffing: Kiaser Permanente
Los Angeles
09.2006 - 04.2007
- Travel Nurse Assignment
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Quickly adapted to new units and facility protocols, maintaining flexibility in assignments and workflows.
- Cared for patients with urologic conditions, such as kidney stones, bladder issues, prostate disorders, and post-operative urologic surgeries, including catheter management and monitoring for complications.
- Educated patients on urologic procedures, hygiene, and recovery care while collaborating with the care team to ensure safe medication administration, fluid balance monitoring, and infection prevention.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
Float Nurse to Medical and Surgical Floors
Advantage RN
Victorville
04.2006 - 08.2006
- Travel Nurse Assignment.
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Quickly adapted to new units and facility protocols, maintaining flexibility in assignments and workflows.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and monitor patient responses according to physician orders and evidence-based practices.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
Orthopedic & Overflow of General Medical/surgical
Nurses RX: Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside
01.2006 - 04.2006
- Travel Nurse position.
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Quickly adapt to new units and facility protocols, maintaining flexibility in assignments and workflows.
- Provided specialized care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, including pre- and post-operative support, pain management, mobility assistance, and patient education on recovery and rehabilitation.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to monitor for complications, manage orthopedic devices, promote early mobility, and ensure safe, evidence-based care throughout the patient’s healing process.
Geriatric and Renal Medical Surgical Nursing
Christus Schumpert Hospital
Shreveport
06.2004 - 12.2005
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Quickly adapted to new units and facility protocols, maintaining flexibility in assignments and workflows.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administered medications, performed treatments, including peritoneal dialysis, and monitored patient responses according to physician orders and evidence-based practices.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Masters - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05.2004
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Employee training
- Clinical assessment
- Evidence-based nursing practice
- Performance evaluation
- Project management
- Communication skills
- Community outreach
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- Certification in Medical-Surgical Nursing, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Certification in Nursing Professional Development, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Crisis Prevention Institute Instructor
- Basic Life Support Certification
Accomplishments
- Completed research project to earn Clinical Nurse Career Ladder: October 2024
- Podium Presenter at Sigma Healthy Work Environments Conference: March 2025
- Podium Presenter at Tau Epsilon Chapter Sigma Nursing Research Symposium: April 2025
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
- Texas Nurses Association
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Gardening
- Health Coaching
- Event/ Party Planning
- Traveling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IV Infusion Nurse
Temple IV Drip
01.2021 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Educator
Temple College
01.2020 - 05.2020
Adjunct Clinical Educator
Central Texas College
04.2019 - 05.2020
Adjunct Clinical Educator
University of Mary Hardin Baylor
08.2016 - 05.2017
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Baylor Scott and White Regional Medical Center
07.2011 - Current
Orthopedics and Neurology With Overflow Med/Surg
Conroe Regional Medical Center
03.2009 - 06.2011
Med/Surg
Aures Medical Staffing
10.2008 - 01.2009
Float on Medical and Surgical Floors
Aures Medical Staffing: St. Elizabeth Hospital
04.2008 - 10.2008
Med/Surg
Nurses RX: Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
06.2007 - 03.2008
Urology Nurse
Cirrus Medical Staffing: Kiaser Permanente
09.2006 - 04.2007
Float Nurse to Medical and Surgical Floors
Advantage RN
04.2006 - 08.2006
Orthopedic & Overflow of General Medical/surgical
Nurses RX: Riverside Community Hospital
01.2006 - 04.2006
Geriatric and Renal Medical Surgical Nursing
Christus Schumpert Hospital
06.2004 - 12.2005
Masters - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grambling State University
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