Lorin Roberts
Humble,TX
Summary
Proven leader in healthcare, adept in staff supervision and care coordination, with a track record of enhancing quality improvement at Texas Regional Urgent Care. Skilled in critical thinking and department management, I have successfully fostered interdisciplinary collaboration for optimal patient outcomes, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and innovation in nursing practice.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
Texas Regional Urgent Care
Houston, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with medical providers which facilitated improved collaboration between nurses and physicians resulted in more effective treatment strategies being implemented swiftly.
- Upheld high standards of nursing practice through continuous education on current trends, emerging challenges in healthcare delivery systems, best practices in leadership roles within the profession.
- Ordered supplies to maintain effective inventory levels.
Championed the integration of new technology into daily workflows by leading demonstrations, troubleshooting issues as needed, and offering support during the transition phase. - Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Encompass Hospital (Vintage Park)
Houston, TX
02.2021 - Current
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Educated patients and families on disease management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans and optimal health outcomes.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures. (IE: IV therapy, laboratory draws and collections, dialysis treatment, respiratory care, etc)
Nurse
HCA Kingwood Emergency Department
Kingwood, TX
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed complex cases involving trauma or multiple organ system failures by providing compassionate care alongside advanced clinical interventions.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Coordinated discharge planning with case managers and social workers to address barriers to successful recovery posthospitalization.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided high-quality nursing care, including administering medications, wound management, and monitoring vital signs.
Assistant Director of Nursing
The Medical Resort
The Woodlands, TX
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Charge Nurse: Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Charge Nurse: Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
Health Specialist
GCCSA
Houston, TX
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Oversaw health services for several schools, students, and faculty members.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty.
- Participated in the development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Managed practical action plans to respond to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
- Liaised with risk management, internal audit, and employee services departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution.
Clinical Nurse
Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Triage patients.
- VFC Manager.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHHigh School Diploma -
Nimitz High School
Houston, TXBachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TXNursing: License Vocational Nurse
The College of Health Care Professions
Houston, TXSkills
- Staff Supervision
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Improvement
- Department management
- Case Evaluation
- Clinical assessment
- Care Coordination
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse - May 2015
- Basic Life Support - February 2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - March 2023
- IV Certification - January 2021
- Phlebotomy Certification - February 2021
EMR
Athena
Epic
Point Click Care
Oracle Cerner
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Texas Regional Urgent Care
01.2024 - Current
Nurse
HCA Kingwood Emergency Department
02.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Director of Nursing
The Medical Resort
09.2021 - 03.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Encompass Hospital (Vintage Park)
02.2021 - Current
Health Specialist
GCCSA
09.2017 - 05.2021
Clinical Nurse
Texas Children's Hospital
08.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Nimitz High School
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Sam Houston State University
Nursing: License Vocational Nurse
The College of Health Care Professions