HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE TOMBALL NAMES JULIE GEORGE AS CHIEF NURSING OFFICER
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HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE TOMBALL NAMES JULIE GEORGE AS CHIEF NURSING OFFICER
TOMBALL, Texas (November 10, 2026) – HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie George, DNP, RN, CNOR, CSSM, NEA-BC, as chief nursing officer (CNO), effective November 1, 2026. George brings nearly 30 years of nursing experience and a proven track record of advancing clinical excellence, strengthening nursing teams and enhancing patient experience.
George joins HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball from The Woman’s Hospital of Texas, where she has served as Assistant CNO since January 2023. In this role, she has provided executive leadership for multiple clinical departments, including neonatal intensive care, intensive care, post-surgical services and other specialized patient care areas. Her leadership has contributed to measurable improvements in patient satisfaction, nursing retention and employee engagement while supporting high standards of quality and patient safety.
“Julie is an accomplished nursing executive whose passion for patient-centered care and commitment to developing exceptional nursing teams align with our mission,” said Robert Marmerstein, Chief Executive Officer of HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball. “Her extensive clinical expertise, collaborative leadership style and dedication to nursing excellence will be tremendous assets to our colleagues, patients and the communities we serve. We are excited to welcome her to our leadership team.”
George has held several leadership positions throughout her career with HCA Healthcare, including Vice President of Surgical Services and Director of Surgical Services at HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast, as well as Director of Surgical Services at HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland. Her extensive experience spans nursing operations, surgical services, critical care, strategic planning and multidisciplinary team development.
Throughout her career, George has been recognized for her commitment to clinical excellence and nursing leadership. Her accomplishments include receiving the Good Samaritan Nurse Excellence Bronze Award in 2022 and being named Nurse Leader of the Quarter in 2020. She has also led initiatives focused on improving patient outcomes, strengthening physician collaboration and fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
George earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice in the Nurse Executive Track from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, a master’s degree in nursing leadership and management from Western Governors University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University. She is board-certified as a Nurse Executive-Advanced (NEA-BC) and holds certifications as a Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) and Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM).
As Chief Nursing Officer, George will provide strategic leadership for nursing services across HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball, focusing on clinical quality, patient safety, colleague engagement and the delivery of compassionate, high-quality care.
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HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball has been a trusted healthcare provider in the Tomball community for more than 70 years. The 350-bed facility offers a wide range of services, including cardiovascular care, stroke care, women's services including a Level II neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation. In 2025, the hospital received the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence and Surgical Care Excellence Awards. The hospital was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals in 2026. For more information, visit hcahoustonhealthcare.com/tomball.
About HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division
HCA Houston Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare in the Greater Houston area, treating nearly a million patients annually. With an employee base of 15,000, HCA Houston Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 14 hospitals, 11 ambulatory surgery centers, 24 freestanding emergency centers, 29 CareNow® urgent care centers and numerous freestanding diagnostic imaging facilities. The system also includes a regional transfer center that provides support for patient transfers into and out of HCA Houston Healthcare facilities as well as access to ground and air transportation within a 150-mile radius. As one of the region’s largest healthcare systems, HCA Houston Healthcare recognizes the importance of giving back to the communities we serve. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Houston Healthcare also is a major supporter of the University of Houston College of Nursing and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine. For more information, visit HCAhoustonhealthcare.com.
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Katrina Burton Director, Communications and Community Engagement
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