Board of Directors

President 2024-2025
Dr. Beverly Walker, DNP, RN, NEA-BC

Dr. Beverly Walker, DNP, RN, NEA-BC is the Regional Director of Nursing Professional Development & Practice for BSWH Greater Austin Region where she oversees the Nursing Professional Development, Magnet and Pathway to Excellence Designations, and regional float pool.  Dr. Walker has diverse experience in pediatric ICU, emergency and trauma nursing, ambulatory care, and hospital administration. Dr. Walker started her education at Temple College, obtained her BSN and MSN at the University of Texas in Arlington, and obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership from American Sentinel University. She is certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Board-Certified Nurse Executive Advanced (NEA-BC) and in Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC).

Chelsea has passionately advocated for those with little power or voice since her career began in 2010.   Intentionally starting as an LVN, Chelsea sought to understand the impact and influence each nursing role had on those they served.  She found her passion in helping those who may not see compassion from others.  She has worked with forensic criminals, people with intellectual disabilities, those who struggle with mental health, chronic homelessness, substance use, and individuals with traumatic brain injuries. Earning her MSN with a focus on leadership and project management in 2018, Chelsea has continued to ensure that her nursing career is one of advocacy, first and foremost.  In addition to her nursing career, she is a fierce champion for equal rights.  She has served on several queer leadership boards as secretary/outreach director and had the opportunity to improve accessibility for Austin Pride 2019 drastically.  She is currently serving as the Director of Nursing for The Marbridge Foundation.

After receiving his BSN from Texas Christian University in 1972, Ron entered the U.S. Army Nurse Corps and served twenty years as an Army Nurse. His assignments carried him to California, Hawaii, Germany, and Texas working in various units from Med/Surg/ Surgical/Trauma ICU, Pediatrics, Neonatal ICU, and Newborn Nursery. During this time, he established the Pediatric ICU at Brooke Army Medical Center and in 1979 was detailed to the Institute of Surgical Research (the world-famous burn unit) to help care for 42 Marines burned in a barracks fire in Japan. After retiring from the Army, he worked at the University of Texas Health Science Center – San Antonio in the Emergency Medical Technology Department where he established and ran the Bexar County First Responder Network. In 1993, he moved to Austin and was the Director of the ICU at Round Rock Hospital. When the hospital was purchased by Columbia/HCA and became part of the St. David’s Healthcare Network, Ron was assigned as the Clinical Systems Administrator for the MediTech installation. Upon completing that assignment, he moved to the Emergency Department and became a Charge Nurse and the Trauma Coordinator for Round Rock Hospital. Ron left Round Rock late in 1999 and moved to the Texas Department of Health as the State Trauma Coordinator. After the 9/11 events, he was assigned to establish and manage the Texas Hospital Preparedness Program, which he did for about 4 years. Ron then moved to the National Emergency Response and Rescue Training Center in Texas A&M where he designed, developed, conducted, and evaluated exercises for various jurisdictions across Texas assuring that the health and medical providers were part of the planning, preparing for, and responding to disasters of all types. Ron retired from the State in 2005, and in 2010 became part of the newly formed Nursing Program at Concordia University Texas as an Assistant Professor of Nursing and served as the Assistant Director, Traditional BSN Program in the fully accreted School of Nursing until his retirement in 2018. He is active in his church where he leads the music and teaches an Adult Bible Study. LTC Hilliard retired from the Texas State Guard in May 2017. He is currently the Regional Nurse Lead for the Central and South Texas Region of the American Red Cross and participates in the Bastrop County Amateur Radio Emergency Services radio group. As a youth, he earned his Eagle Scout Award and Vigil Honor in the Order of the Arrow and now serves as a member of the Troop Committee for Boy Scout Troop 472 in Elgin and served as the Assistant Chief Nurse for the Medical Services Team for the 2013 and 2017 National Boy Scout Jamborees and the 2019 World Scout Jamboree in West Virginia. Ron values his 50-year career as a Nurse and supports the Texas Nurse’s Association as a member of the Governmental Affairs Wisdom Council and District 5 where he is a Past President of the Chapter.

Crystal Brewer, MSN, RN, is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas State University School of Nursing. Crystal earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing Education at Concordia University Texas. Her nursing experience includes emergency medicine, trauma, and critical care. Crystal is passionate about simulation and educating students in the clinical setting. As a U.S. Air Force firefighter veteran with deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, she knows the importance of morale and a sense of community while maintaining positive mental health and well-being. She is a strong supporter of taking Mindfulness Moments and is known for the encouragement and support she provides to her students to help their success in the academic environment. Crystal was awarded the Faculty Daisy Award in 2024. 

A long-time TNA member and former district 5 president in 2005-2006.  Most recently I served as a board member in the capacity of Director of Legislative Affairs for the 86th Texas legislative session for TNAd5 and Director of Nursing Advocacy and Practice. 
In the past 40 years, I have served in various leadership positions from the Clinical Manager to CNO for a Level 1 trauma center in Austin. I have served on countless committees and participated in many regulatory surveys. In my current position, I serve as Chair of Ascension Seton Network Nursing Peer Review Committee providing oversight, consultation, and reporting that promotes compliance with the Texas Board of Nursing requirements. I provide nursing practice consultative guidance to CNOs and frontline nurse managers, directors, and staff for three hospitals and over 100 ambulatory clinics to ensure consistency of nursing standards throughout the network. Served as a member of Seton’s Advocacy & Government Affairs Advisory Group that influences and collaborates with the Texas Board of Nursing, American Nursing Credentialing Center, Texas Nurses Association, Texas Hospital Association, and the legislative representatives from Seton to keep abreast of new legislative and regulatory issues. I am passionate about nursing and feel that nursing plays a key role in this nation’s healthcare delivery system.  Nursing is positioned to be a major player in meeting our nation’s healthcare challenges and the evidence has demonstrated we can directly improve patient outcomes. This indeed is an exciting and challenging time in the industry and we are prepared to make our contribution.

Terrie L. Hairston, MS, RN, NPD-BC, FACHE, is an accomplished nurse leader with extensive experience in healthcare operations, regulatory compliance, and clinical leadership. Terrie's talent for training, motivating, mentoring, and managing diverse workforces has been instrumental in her success. 

Terrie's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Marymount University and a Master's of Science degree with a focus in Healthcare Administration from Texas Woman's University. Her academic achievements have provided her with a solid foundation for her leadership roles in the healthcare industry.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Terrie is actively involved in her church and community. She volunteers her time and skills to several organizations and activities, further demonstrating her commitment to making a positive impact beyond the workplace. As a new grandmother, Terrie cherishes spending quality time with her family. This personal aspect of her life underscores her dedication to nurturing relationships and maintaining a balanced approach to both work and family.

Danny Frost is an ICU and Rapid Response Nurse at the BSWH Round Rock Medical Center. He is
also a member of the BSWH Greater Austin Research Council. He graduated with a BSN from UTMB in Galveston, TX. Prior to his career in nursing, Danny was a music teacher in the Austin area for over 10 years. He earned master's and doctorate degrees in music performance from UT-Austin. When not caring for patients in the hospital, Danny enjoys spending time with his partner, Denise, and their Shih Tzu, Cali.