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Mary Michelle Herres

Pasco,WA

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Pasco School District
Pasco, WA
09.2018 - 06.2025

Delivered healthcare services to students within school environment.

Assessed health needs, administered medications, and provided first aid as necessary.

Organized vision and hearing screenings; scheduled dental hygienist visits.

Managed chronic conditions including diabetes, mental health issues, and asthma.

Monitored students with life-threatening allergies and seizures to ensure safety.

Collaborated with teachers, parents, and healthcare providers for individualized care plans.

Collected data for district and state reporting requirements.

Managed students' immunizations using WAIIS system.

Sole nurse in facility servicing 480 students and 63 staff members, ensuring health and safety.

Registered Nurse

Pasco School District
10.2014 - 08.2016

From October 2014 to June 2015, I was a 1:1 nurse for a student with a tracheostomy and a feeding tube. I was assigned to this student to ensure they received medical attention and support throughout their school day.


I suctioned the student as needed during the day.


I provided nutrition through the feeding tube during the day.


I constantly assessed their needs and provided healthcare during the school day.


August 2015-August 2016, I was the nurse at one of the high schools in Pasco.


I worked closely with a healthcare aide.


Provide healthcare services to students in a school setting.


Assess students' health needs, administer medications as needed, and provide first aid.


Organize vision and hearing screenings and schedule dental hygienist visits.


Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, mental health, and asthma.


Be aware of our students with life-threatening allergies and seizures to help keep them safe during their time at school.


Collaborate with teachers, parents, and healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans and facilitate referrals to specialists.


Collect data to provide to our district and state.


As the only nurse in a building with 2000+ students and over 150 staff, I was responsible for ensuring everyone's safety and health.



Administrator

Rosetta Assisted Living
01.2005 - 09.2009

Managed the day-to-day operations of the assisted living facility, overseeing staff and budgets and ensuring compliance with regulations.


Organized and led staff meetings and trainings.


Assessed the residents and collaborated with families and physicians.







Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Millcreek, Utah
06-2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA
06-1995

Skills

Patient education and independence

Patient assessment and care planning

Effective communication skills

Organizational and time management

Certification

November 2023

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Pasco School District
09.2018 - 06.2025

Registered Nurse

Pasco School District
10.2014 - 08.2016

Administrator

Rosetta Assisted Living
01.2005 - 09.2009

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Columbia Basin College