Representatives of Hospitals and Clinics

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Vicky Romero

Galveston Campus

Vicki began her career in healthcare as an HTA at UTMB in 1997 in the WIC department. She graduated with her Associate Degree in Nursing from College of the Mainland in 1998 and came to work in the Surgical Intermediate/ICU after completing a 16 week Critical Care Internship. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at UTMB SON in 2001. Vicki served as Chair for SICU Shared Leadership and was instrumental in developing an Education Committee during her tenure. Her awards include the Good Samaritan Award and Daisy Award. She also served on the Retention and Recruitment Council. Additionally, during her employment she also advanced to NCV status and holds her certification in critical care (CCRN). She earned her Master of Business in Administration/Healthcare Administration in 2015 and obtained her Nurse Executive certification in 2017.

She transitioned to Clinical Operations Administrator in 2013 where she is involved with facility throughput, resource management and conflict resolution. This position places her in a position to empower nursing and create positive outcomes for our patient population.

Megan Riordan

Clear Lake Campus

Megan Riordan

Email: mariorda@utmb.edu

Clear Lake Campus

Megan Riordan is a certified trauma nurse serving as the Clinical Educator for the UTMB Clear Lake Campus Emergency Department. She came to UTMB Clear Lake in 2019 and helped to develop their Pediatric Emergency Department. She has many years of experience in varied roles in pediatrics, cardiovascular intensive care, trauma, and emergency services.

Megan completed her BSN with honors at the University of Texas Medical Branch in 2013 and is currently pursuing her master’s in nursing education and leadership. She is active in committee work, enjoys taking on challenging LEAN projects, and loves participating in pediatric specialty events like the Teddy Bear Clinic. Her honors include the Good Samaritan Award, Daisy Award, and Texas Children’s Rookie of the Year award.

Tracy McPhee

Ambulatory

Tracy McPhee

Email: tlmcphee@utmb.edu

Ambulatory

I began my career here at UTMB in 1999 working with the Financial Counseling Demand Access Management Program (DAMP). After 10 years with the DAMP program, I joined the Centralized Outpatient Registration Department as a Senior COR Specialist. During this time, I came to realize how much I enjoyed training, and it quickly became my passion. I enjoy sharing my UTMB journey, knowledge, and experience with others.

In 2009 I joined the Access Center as a Patient Service Specialist II where I was given the opportunity to pursue my passion for training. From the Access Center, I transitioned to a Quality Assurance Training Specialist III with the Ambulatory Training Department. I received my Epic certification in March of 2021 and in 2021 I was honored to take on the role of Ambulatory Clinics Training Manager.

Kristin Elsner

Angleton Danbury Campus

Kristin Elsner

Email: kpelsner@utmb.edu

Angleton Danbury Campus

Kristin Elsner is a certified medical-surgical nurse serving as a Clinical Educator for the UTMB Angleton Danbury Campus medical surgical and intensive care departments. She first joined UTMB at the League City campus in 2019 where she served as an educator and nurse manager. Kristin played an instrumental role in the expansion of the League City campus to 97 inpatient beds which included the opening of the ICU.

Kristin holds a Master of Science in Nursing from UTMB School of Nursing. She has served in a variety of roles including direct patient care, quality and patient safety, pre-licensure nursing education, and nursing leadership. Kristin’s interests include best practice, nursing leadership, just culture and nursing education. She values the connection between a healthy work environment and positive patient outcomes. Kristin’s honors include the Good Samaritan Award, Daisy Nurse Leader Award, and receiving the Nicholas and Katherine Leone Award for Administrative Excellence in 2023.

Jamie Oubre

League City Campus

Jamie Oubre

Email: jmoubre@utmb.edu

League City Campus

Jamie Oubre, BSN, RN, TCRN, is the Clinical Nurse Educator for the UTMB League City Campus Emergency Department. She joined UTMB in 2015 and was part of the team that opened the League City Campus, bringing extensive experience in emergency services, charge nurse leadership, clinical operations, and trauma program management. In April 2022, Jamie led the campus’ successful pursuit of Level III Trauma Designation.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing with honors from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2019 and maintains certification as a Trauma Certified Registered Nurse. Active in committee work and known for taking on challenging projects, Jamie has been honored with the Good Samaritan Award, Daisy Award, and Professionalism Award. She is proud to be serving her second term on the Employee Advisory Council.

Johana Deossa

Hospital Galveston

Johana Deossa

Email: jodeossa@utmb.edu

Hospital Galveston

Johana Deossa began her career with UTMB Health in 2017, as a Health Unit Coordinator. She moved into a position as a Patient Services Specialist II and was promoted to Outpatient Procedural Coordinator. In May 2023, she was named first runner-up for the Owen Murray Award for Administrative Support Excellence in recognition of her commitment to excellence.

Ms. Deossa holds an Associate of Applied Science in Medical Administration from Galveston College and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Healthcare Management.

Prior to arriving to UTMB Health, Ms. Deossa acquired nine years of service in supervisory and managerial roles in several hospitality organizations in the Galveston area. Her diverse background and commitment to excellence in our mission is a welcome asset to UTMB Health.