Nori Zapata, MSN, Senior Vice President of Education and Career Development, DHR Health, Edinburg
Nori A. Zapata serves as the Senior Vice President of Education and Career Development at DHR Health in Edinburg, Texas, a physician-owned healthcare system with 6,000 employees and over 70 specialties and subspecialties. DHR Health is committed to meeting the diverse healthcare needs of the Rio Grande Valley while advancing education and innovation to serve the community better.
In her role, Nori is dedicated to expanding access to healthcare education and creating opportunities that prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals. Through her leadership, DHR Health has developed innovative, evidence-based programs that contribute to workforce development and drive advancements in medicine that transform lives.
With a strong background in nursing education, Nori has been instrumental in implementing engaging and forward-thinking approaches to healthcare training across the health system. Her vision and dedication led to the successful launch of the Nurse Residency and Nurse Technician programs, which provide students with hands-on experience, the ability to earn while they learn, and a bridge to successful careers in healthcare. These initiatives address critical workforce gaps while fostering community growth and resilience.
Nori’s extensive nursing experience includes roles as an Operating Room Circulator, High School Nurse, Heart Failure Coordinator, and Charge Nurse at a nursing home. She brings this practical expertise into her strategic work, ensuring that programs reflect real-world challenges and prepare participants for meaningful contributions in the healthcare field.
Nori holds a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Nursing Education and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, both from American Sentinel University. Her dedication to innovation, education, and community service reflects the mission of DHR Health to enhance the well-being of the community through a steadfast commitment to excellence.