Lorie Tibbits
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented nurse specializing in gastroenterology, cardiology, and urgent care, committed to patient safety and clinical support. Proven track record in direct patient care and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve treatment outcomes. Strong problem-solving abilities and effective time management skills enhance operational efficiency in high-pressure settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Nurse
St. David’s North Austin Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Circulated during endoscopy procedures for adults and pediatrics, ensuring seamless operation and patient care.
- Circulate for endoscopy procedures: colonoscopy, EGD, ERCP, EUS, etc.
- Ensured patient safety during endoscopy procedures, monitoring vital signs and responding to any complications.
- Assist physicians and anesthesia providers during procedures.
- Maintained clear communication between physicians and clinical staff to facilitate efficient procedure execution.
- Charge nurse on weekends.
- Provided on-call assistance for medical procedures.
Urgent Care Nurse
HCA Austin Diagnostic Clinic
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Perform injections, dressing changes, assist nurse practitioners with procedures.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and clinical staff to ensure seamless care.
- Streamlined patient flow by preparing exam rooms efficiently.
- Managed CBC machine and autoclave operations to support department functionality.
Cardiovascular Navigator
St. David’s Round Rock Hospital
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Created heart failure (HF) information folders, monitored HF patients, educated patients on HF management, maintained HF paperwork on each unit, and collaborated with floor nurses and cardiac rehab for effective follow-up care.
- Ensured adherence to NCDR measures for PCI and atrial fibrillation, promoting high-quality patient care while maintaining accurate medical records for PCI patients.
- Functioned as RN in the Cath lab, oversaw Cath lab procedures, and executed board runner responsibilities.
- Monitored STEMI tracking logs and ensured compliance with procedures for timely patient care.
Pediatric High-tech Nurse
Thrive Skilled Pediatrics
10.2017 - 07.2020
- Delivered comprehensive care to patients on ventilator and tracheostomy support, ensuring optimal respiratory function and monitoring for complications.
- Administered medications and nutritional feedings via g-tube, collaborating with healthcare team to ensure effective patient recovery and comfort.
- Provided direct care to pediatric patients in a compassionate environment.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with daily patient assessments and interventions.
- Collaborated with families to develop personalized care plans for children.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Austin Heart, PA
05.2006 - 04.2020
- Managed Round Rock Research site, optimizing trial processes and enhancing patient care.
- Perform cardiology related research trials in the office and in hospital departments: Cath lab, telemetry, ICU, ER.
- Consent patients, perform research visits, draw labs, perform physical exams, & manage medications.
- Educated coordinators on procedures and research protocols, facilitating execution of over 50 trials.
Clinical/Coumadin Nurse
Austin Heart, PA
10.2004 - 05.2006
- Managed Coumadin clinic: performed INR checks and regulated Coumadin medication to maintain optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Triage phone calls, schedule procedures, adjust medications to ensure timely patient care.
Education
Master’s degree of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, Texas05-2026
Bachelor’s degree of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Houston
Houston, Texas12-2019
Associate Degree - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, Texas08-2017
Licensed Vocational Nures Certificate - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX12-1999
Skills
- Endoscopy procedure support
- Sedation administration
- Sedation monitoring
- IV insertion and management
- Procedure care
- Emergency response
- Patient assessment
- Direct patient care
- Infection control
- Blood collection
- Medication reconciliation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Critical care nursing
- Pediatric nursing
- Allergic reaction management
- Clinical documentation
- Tracheostomy care
Certification
- Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners, RN, #931895, Expires August 2027
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS). October 2025 – Present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) January 2025 – Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) February 2026 - Present
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) September 2015 - Present
Timeline
Endoscopy Nurse
St. David’s North Austin Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Urgent Care Nurse
HCA Austin Diagnostic Clinic
09.2021 - 07.2023
Cardiovascular Navigator
St. David’s Round Rock Hospital
04.2020 - 09.2021
Pediatric High-tech Nurse
Thrive Skilled Pediatrics
10.2017 - 07.2020
Clinical Research Coordinator
Austin Heart, PA
05.2006 - 04.2020
Clinical/Coumadin Nurse
Austin Heart, PA
10.2004 - 05.2006
Master’s degree of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor’s degree of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Houston
Associate Degree - Nursing
Austin Community College
Licensed Vocational Nures Certificate - Nursing
Austin Community College