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2026
March / Ochs Named Dallas Regional Dean of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
School of Nursing
Nancy Ochs, DNP, R.N.
Nancy Ochs, DNP, R.N., has been named the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing regional dean in Dallas, the university announced today
(March 25).
TTUHSC School of Nursing Dean Holly Wei, Ph.D., R.N., said Ochs brings more than 30
years of nursing and health care experience to her leadership role.
“Dr. Ochs has been a valued member of the School of Nursing for many years,” Wei said.
“Her experience in clinical practice and nursing education, along with her long-standing
commitment to student success, make her well suited to serve as regional dean. I look
forward to her continued contributions to the Dallas campus, our Mansfield location
and the School of Nursing.”
A native of the Dallas/Fort Worth and Mansfield area, Ochs returned to the region
three years ago and is currently in her 10th year with the university. Ochs served
as a TTUHSC assistant professor in Abilene, Texas, from 2017 to 2023 before returning
to Mansfield.
During her tenure, she has taught in the Traditional Undergraduate Nursing Program
and contributed to the preparation of future nurses through both academic and clinical
education. Throughout her career, Ochs has held roles across pediatrics, critical
care, wound care and nursing education in both hospital and academic settings.
Ochs said these diverse experiences have shaped her commitment to advancing nursing
education, supporting faculty development and preparing graduates to meet the evolving
needs of health care systems and communities.
“I am honored to represent Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of
Nursing,” Ochs said. “I look forward to working closely with Dean Wei and our community
and clinical partners to advance the school’s mission in the Dallas and Mansfield
region, as well as expand educational opportunities, strengthen the health care workforce
and support the health and well-being of the communities we serve.”
The TTUHSC Dallas campus is a hub for clinical learning in nursing education, featuring
faculty collaboration and student support. This is especially beneficial for the accelerated
Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing programs, which offer intensive
clinical learning opportunities. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse programs host
state-of-the-art simulation testing and skill development, ensuring comprehensive
clinical competencies on the Dallas campus.
The TTUHSC Mansfield B.S. in Nursing program at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
provides Dallas/Fort Worth-area students with access and potential cost savings by
living at home. With small class sizes that encourage student-faculty interaction,
the program fosters a supportive learning environment.
Ochs previously served as an education specialist and certified wound ostomy nurse
at Hendrick Medical Center from 2010–2017 and as a critical care nurse/charge nurse
from 2006-2010.
Ochs currently serves on the Texas Nurses Association – EMPOWER Committee, the American
Nurses Association, the Texas Nurses Association, the Texas League for Nursing and
the National League for Nursing.