Nora Hernandez-Pupo
July 2025
Nora
Hernandez-Pupo
,
PhD, RN, TNCC
N/A
National Association of Hispanic Nurses
Henderson
,
NV
United States
Her exceptional work has profoundly impacted the mentorship, empowerment, and advancement of Latino and Latina nurses, fostering diversity and reducing healthcare workforce disparities.
Nora Hernandez-Pupo, PhD, RN, TNCC, was recognized for her work as a steadfast advocate for health equity in the Latino community, making a profound difference through her dedication to mentorship, empowerment, and representation of Latino and Latina nurses. Her efforts have advanced diversity and helped close gaps in the healthcare workforce.
Some highlights of her work include:
• Brings over 28 years of nursing excellence and more than 15 years of experience as a nursing educator, shaping the next generation of healthcare leaders.
• Serves as a lifelong mentor to Latino and Latina nurses—supporting their growth from the bedside to leadership positions and academic roles.
• Significantly increases Latino representation in healthcare by empowering hundreds of aspiring Hispanic healthcare professionals to enter and thrive in the nursing profession.
• Provides unwavering personal mentorship—believing in, guiding, and championing individuals who might otherwise have lacked support in their career journeys.
• Addresses social determinants of health head-on, collaborating with community organizations to reduce disparities and improve health outcomes.
• Currently serves as the Co-Chair for the Education Committee for the National Association of Hispanic Nurses and is an active member of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses, including the Nevada Chapter.
• Involved in several community organizations, including the South Florida Action Coalition Diversity Council, PowerHouse – Multidisciplinary Council to End Human Trafficking, and Rescue International, which provides educational workshops for immigrant families and donates Christmas toys for the refugee children’s Santa event.
• Recipient of multiple awards for leadership in nursing, including the Nevada State University School of Nursing’s Teaching Excellence Award, the Nevada State University Teaching Academy Foundations Certificate, and the Ildaura Murillo-Rohde Award for Educational Excellence from the National Association of Hispanic Nurses.
Quotes from her nominators:
• “Her exceptional work has profoundly impacted the mentorship, empowerment, and advancement of Latino and Latina nurses, fostering diversity and reducing healthcare workforce disparities.”
• “Through her compassion, leadership, and tireless advocacy, Dr. Pupo exemplifies the qualities of a healthcare professional dedicated to advancing health equity.”
• “Her unwavering support and encouragement have uplifted and inspired countless aspiring nurses, helping them navigate their careers with confidence. I, too, owe my successful nursing career to Dr. Pupo’s steadfast belief in my potential.”
• “Her empathetic nature and unwavering commitment to patient-centered care have earned her the trust and admiration of both colleagues and patients alike.”
Some highlights of her work include:
• Brings over 28 years of nursing excellence and more than 15 years of experience as a nursing educator, shaping the next generation of healthcare leaders.
• Serves as a lifelong mentor to Latino and Latina nurses—supporting their growth from the bedside to leadership positions and academic roles.
• Significantly increases Latino representation in healthcare by empowering hundreds of aspiring Hispanic healthcare professionals to enter and thrive in the nursing profession.
• Provides unwavering personal mentorship—believing in, guiding, and championing individuals who might otherwise have lacked support in their career journeys.
• Addresses social determinants of health head-on, collaborating with community organizations to reduce disparities and improve health outcomes.
• Currently serves as the Co-Chair for the Education Committee for the National Association of Hispanic Nurses and is an active member of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses, including the Nevada Chapter.
• Involved in several community organizations, including the South Florida Action Coalition Diversity Council, PowerHouse – Multidisciplinary Council to End Human Trafficking, and Rescue International, which provides educational workshops for immigrant families and donates Christmas toys for the refugee children’s Santa event.
• Recipient of multiple awards for leadership in nursing, including the Nevada State University School of Nursing’s Teaching Excellence Award, the Nevada State University Teaching Academy Foundations Certificate, and the Ildaura Murillo-Rohde Award for Educational Excellence from the National Association of Hispanic Nurses.
Quotes from her nominators:
• “Her exceptional work has profoundly impacted the mentorship, empowerment, and advancement of Latino and Latina nurses, fostering diversity and reducing healthcare workforce disparities.”
• “Through her compassion, leadership, and tireless advocacy, Dr. Pupo exemplifies the qualities of a healthcare professional dedicated to advancing health equity.”
• “Her unwavering support and encouragement have uplifted and inspired countless aspiring nurses, helping them navigate their careers with confidence. I, too, owe my successful nursing career to Dr. Pupo’s steadfast belief in my potential.”
• “Her empathetic nature and unwavering commitment to patient-centered care have earned her the trust and admiration of both colleagues and patients alike.”