Biography

Lorri Collins is a third-career registered nurse with a focus on maternal–child nursing, including pediatrics and antepartum/postpartum care. She earned her RN diploma from Temple University Health System–Episcopal School of Nursing, a Bachelor of Science in Laboratory Science with a concentration in Cytogenetics from Thomas Jefferson University, a Master of Science in Nursing Education from Drexel University, and her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Temple University. She is a certified pediatric nurse and holds advanced certificates in simulation and teaching in higher education.

One of Lorri’s most meaningful professional achievements is the development and management of the Regional Fetal Evaluation Center (RFEC) at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a program serving high-risk maternal and fetal patients across the tri-state area. Her strong advocacy, collaborative leadership, and deep commitment to patient-centered care contributed to the center’s rapid growth and the trust it earned within the community.

She is deeply passionate about teaching and finds great purpose in helping students build confidence, curiosity, and clinical judgment. Her teaching philosophy centers on meeting learners where they are, recognizing their individual needs, and designing active-learning experiences that bridge didactic content with real-world clinical and simulation practice.

Her scholarly work focuses on innovative teaching strategies, particularly gamification and other active-learning approaches, strengthening student engagement, participation, and critical thinking in the classroom. She remains dedicated to advancing nursing education and preparing the next generation of nurses to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care.