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Message from President

 

 

Welcome to our community of compassionate professionals and future leaders in nursing.


As a non-profit organization, our mission is rooted in service — to support, empower, and advocate for nurses at every stage of their journey. Whether you are a licensed nurse bringing skill and experience to the bedside, the classroom, or the community, or a student nurse preparing to enter this noble profession, you are an essential part of our shared vision.


To our licensed nurses: thank you for your unwavering commitment to excellence, mentorship, and patient-centered care. Your leadership and experience strengthen our profession and inspire the next generation.


To our student nurses: you represent the future of healthcare. Your curiosity, dedication, and passion remind us why nursing remains one of the most trusted and respected professions. We are proud to support your growth through education, mentorship, advocacy, and professional development opportunities.


Together, we are more than members of an organization — we are a network of professionals united by integrity, service, and compassion. As President, I am committed to advancing opportunities for leadership, fostering inclusive collaboration, and ensuring that every member’s voice is valued.


Thank you for your dedication to caring for others and to advancing the nursing profession. It is an honor to serve this remarkable community.


With respect and appreciation,

_____________________________

Dametria Robinson BSN, AMB-BC

  President

Officers

President

Vice President

Vice President

Dametria Robinson RN

Vice President

Vice President

Vice President

Patricia H. Horace DNP, MSN/MS, RN

Secretary

Secretary

Secretary

 Delores Saddler Ph.d, MSN, RN

Treasurer

Secretary

Secretary

Deborah Shannon RN

Board Members

Cynthia Brown, RN

Regina Baily, MSN, RN

Verna Simmons-Robinson, RN

History

Past Presidents

The Black Nurses Association of Greater Houston, Inc., has been fortunate to have great leadership provided by these past presidents:

Eunice Pointer, RN 1978 – 1979

Connie Swanson, RN 1979 - 1981

Dora Culberson, RN 1981 – 1983

Patricia Douglas, RN 1983 – 1986

Dr. Bettye Davis-Lewis  1986 – 1990

Darlene Ruffin-Alexander, RN 1990 – 1994

Ethylene Elliott, RN 1994 – 1996

Mary Woodard, LVN 1996 – 1999

Ruth Charlot, LVN 1999 - 2003

Dr. Bettye Davis-Lewis  2003***

Sharon Shakesnider, RN 2003 – 2007

Sadie Newman, RN 2007 – 2011

Dr. Ruth Caggins 2011 - 2013

Angela Nedd, RN 2013 – 2017

Dr. Bettye Davis-Lewis 2017 – 2019

Cynthia Brown, RN 2019- 2023

Dametria Robinson, RN 2023- present

***Dr. Betty Davis-Lewis left her presidency in 2003 to assume her position as National Black Nurses Association president.

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