Tanea Montgomery
Tanea Montgomery is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner and certified Life Coach with over a decade of experience empowering healthcare professionals to overcome burnout and rediscover their purpose. With a Master’s degree in Family Practice Nursing from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, she has spent more than ten years cultivating clinical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering safer, more effective patient care.
Beyond her clinical practice, Tanea specializes in coaching healthcare providers to build confidence, enhance competence, and optimize their time and skills. Her approach blends professional development with personal growth, helping individuals rise with unshakable confidence and achieve purpose-driven success. She is passionate about guiding others to reconnect with their “why” and transform challenges into opportunities for growth.
Through her coaching practice, Tanea inspires healthcare professionals to align with their goals and embrace meaningful change. She emphasizes the power of motivation, mindset, and intentional action, providing the tools and support necessary for sustained success. Tanea’s work is guided by a deep belief in the potential of every professional to thrive, both personally and professionally, while making a positive impact on those they serve.
• Certified Life Coach
• The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston - M.S.N.
• Volunteer for the local food banks.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to being truly self-motivated and maintaining focus in a world full of chaos. I strive to execute with clarity and purpose, even amidst complexity and uncertainty.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Take ownership of your trajectory. No organization will care more about your future than you.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Build clinical judgement, not just task skills. Always be coachable. Respect the learning curve.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Information Overload and Cognitive Fatigue. Early burnout signals.
Opportunities -You can build strong clinical judgement early, you can establish a powerful reputation. You can choose alignment over Survival.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Family, Faith
Integrity
Competence and Excellence
Service and Impact
Growth
Respect
Balance & Sustainability
Authenticity