Jill Bryant-Bova

Jill Bryant-Bova is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Nursing. Her roles include graduate studies instruction, and she holds certifications in nursing education, healthcare quality, and leadership. Contact: jnbryant@utmb.edu

Education:

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), University of Texas Health Science Center - Houston, Houston, TX
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology, University of Houston - Clear Lake, Houston, TX

Research Interests: Jill focuses on nursing education, healthcare quality management, and clinical leadership. Her work integrates biological sciences with advanced nursing practice to improve patient outcomes and system efficiency.

Scientific Awards & Honors:

• Good Samaritan Foundation's 2025 Excellence in Nursing - Bronze Medalist (2025)
• Daisy Award Nominee (2024)
• Student Leadership Award (2023)
• Community Service Award (2023)
• UTMB School of Nursing Hall of Fame (2018)
• Betty Lee Evans Nursing Excellence Award (2017)
• Mary Beth Lott Upchurch Award - Outstanding Master's Nursing Student (2016)

Professional Memberships: Association for Women in Science, Texas DNP Association, American Nurses Association/Texas Nurses Association, American Association for Legal Nurse Consultants, Sigma Theta Tau International, and others.