Heidi Wolf, RN, CNO at DeTar Healthcare System, Recognized as a 2025 'CNO to Know' by Becker's Healthcare
1/20/2026
For more than two decades, Heidi Wolf has helped shape the future of nursing through steady leadership, thoughtful innovation and an unwavering commitment to patient care. That impact is now being recognized on a national stage, as Heidi Wolf, MSN, R.N., chief nursing officer at DeTar Healthcare System, has been named one of Becker’s Healthcare 2025 “CNOs to Know.” The honor recognizes nursing leaders who excel in navigating today’s most complex healthcare challenges, from workforce sustainability to clinical excellence. This marks the fourth time Wolf has received the distinction, having also been recognized in 2017, 2023 and 2024.
Wolf, who has been an executive nurse leader for over 20 years, has served DeTar Healthcare System for the past six years. In her role, she oversees nursing practice, operations, clinical integration and a dedicated team of nurses at both DeTar Hospital Navarro and DeTar Hospital North. Her leadership extends beyond traditional responsibilities, as she also leads initiatives in patient experience and capacity optimization, ensuring high standards of care and operational efficiency across the system.
"Being named a 'CNO to Know' by Becker’s Healthcare is an incredible honor," said Heidi Wolf, CNO of DeTar Healthcare System. "This recognition is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our entire nursing team here at DeTar. I’m fortunate to work alongside such talented, experienced and caring professionals, and together we continue to elevate care for our patients and support the growth of our nurses."
In the past two years, Wolf introduced a new nurse graduate program focused on intensive care unit (ICU) nursing, which has successfully welcomed 11 new ICU nurses to DeTar. Her focus on improving nurse retention and addressing staffing needs has resulted in an impressive 94% retention rate, further supporting DeTar's commitment to a stable and engaged nursing workforce.
In addition to her role at DeTar, Wolf serves on the board of directors for the Hope of South Texas Child Advocacy Center, where she contributes her knowledge to advocate for vulnerable children in the community.
Brett Maxfield, CEO of DeTar Healthcare System, said, “This recognition by Becker’s is a testament to Heidi’s exceptional combination of clinical experience, leadership skills and unwavering dedication to her team and patients. She remains a beacon of excellence in our nursing leadership team, driving positive change for both staff and patients at DeTar Healthcare System.”
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