Tamera Kennedy, BSN, RN, CRRN, FNP-S

Tamera Kennedy, BSN, RN, CRRN, FNP-S, Methodist Health System, is a dedicated and highly skilled nurse specializing in medical-surgical and wound care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Navarro College and is currently pursuing her Master of Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of Texas at Tyler. Her certifications as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) reflect her expertise in patient care, clinical procedures, and rehabilitation.

With over six years of professional experience, including her tenure at Encompass Health, Tamera has developed strong competencies in nursing processes, dialysis, admissions and discharges, patient education, wound care, and disease-specific hospital committee work. Her commitment to excellence has been recognized through honors such as a Daisy Award nomination and the Outstanding Alumni Award from Navarro College, highlighting her dedication to both patient outcomes and professional development.

Beyond her clinical practice, Tamera actively contributes to the nursing community through her involvement with organizations such as the American Nurses Association and Texas Nurse Practitioners. She is passionate about mentoring emerging nurses, advancing healthcare education, and fostering compassionate, patient-centered care. Through her work, Tamera continues to make a meaningful impact on her patients, colleagues, and the broader healthcare community.

• Navarro College - BSN
• Navarro College - ASN
• Tyler Junior College - LPN

• Daisy Award Nominee
• Outstanding Alumni Award

• American Nurses Association
• Texas Nurse Practitioners
• Association of Rehabilitation Nurses
• East Texas Nurse Practitioner Association

• Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Official