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).

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.

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.

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.