D Magazine honors 13 Texas Health nurses

Thirteen Texas Health nurses were recognized by D Magazine with Excellence in Nursing Awards 2026. 

They were selected by a panel of registered nurses representing various fields of nursing. Winners were selected in the categories of Direct Care, Leadership and Education/Research based on nominations submitted by their colleagues. The nominations showcased how the work of these nurses affects their community and the lives of others. 

The winners, all featured in the March issue of the magazine, are: 

Direct Care

Shanica Cobb-Scott, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

Janee’ Conaway, Texas Health Dallas

Nicole Douglas, Texas Health Dallas

Susie Edlund, Texas Health Dallas

Tanya Harp, Texas Health Dallas

Lacy Kendrick, Texas Health Dallas

Lindy Moake, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton

Tucker Ward, Texas Health Dallas

Heather Wiggs, Texas Health Dallas

Leadership

Michael McAllister, Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital

Juanita Hernandez, Texas Health Dallas

Aisha Honore-Otis, Texas Health Dallas

Education

Mary Timmerman, Texas Health Dallas

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