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Heather Collins, MSN, RN, CNOR

Heather Collins, MSN, RN, CNOR

Heather Collins, MSN, RN, CNOR is a registered nurse certified in the operating room and nursing leadership. Heather is also a passionate freelance health and wellness writer who enjoys translating complex medical terminology into easily digestible content for the general public.

As an RN, Heather is dedicated to caring for people and serving others by ensuring patients and families receive safe, competent care and are educated and empowered to manage complex medical conditions once they leave the healthcare setting. Located in Texas, Heather currently practices as a nurse administrator in perioperative services at one of the top pediatric hospitals in the United States.

Heather spends her free time boating and doing anything outdoors with her husband, children, and three grandsons. Heather has a soft spot for big dogs and has 4 Great Danes and a lab mix that keep her busy.

You can check out her content website at HBCollinsRN.com

Education

  • 2015- Master of Science in Nursing Administration from Chamberlain College of Nursing
  • 2012- Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas
  • 1998- Associate of Applied Science in Nursing from Houston Community College 2012 Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)

    Achievements

  • 2010: Recipient of the 1st BRAVO award for CHI St. Luke’s Health- The Vintage Hospital
  • 2013: Department of the Year Award, CHI St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital
  • 2013: Leader of the Year, CHI St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital
  • 2017: Leadership Mission Award, CHI St. Luke’s Health- The Vintage Hospital
  • 2018: Big Impact Leader Award, CHI St. Luke’s Health- The Vintage Hospital
  • 2021: Best of the West Award, Texas Children’s Hospital- West Campus
  • 2021: Houston Chronicle Top 150 Nurses
  • 2022: Houston Chronicle Top 150 Nurses
  • 2022 Good Samaritan Award

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