05/11/2026
Paul's journey into nursing began with a dream that brought him from the Philippines to South Texas in 2017, where he started his career as an emergency room nurse. During this time, he advanced from bedside ER to Charge RN to preceptor before relocating to Houston, where he served on the front lines as a COVID-19 nurse at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land and Greater Heights Hospitals.
"I have always wanted to work for Memorial Hermann," he says. "I worked in a rural community for years and gained such valuable skills while providing quality care to underserved patients."
In 2022, Paul's nursing career hit a new milestone when he graduated with a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Today, he continues to make an impact as a family nurse practitioner at Memorial Hermann-GoHealth Urgent Care Tanglewood.
Beyond his clinical work, Paul is a leader and advocate in the nursing community. He is actively involved in professional organizations, including the International Honors Society of Nursing, the Society of Internationally Educated Nurses and Nursing Allies (SIENNA), and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). As president of SIENNA, Paul champions mentorship for immigrant nurses, supporting professionals across six continents with guidance, resources and community.
This year, Paul is being recognized as one of the Houston Chronicle's top 15 nurses in Greater Houston thanks to his perseverance and drive.
"I am here because of nurses who paved the way for me over the years. But I feel truly honored and will hold this recognition dear to my heart.”