Mary Ruiz Cortez, LVN, is a School Nurse for Hearne Independent School District in Hearne, Texas

Mary Ruiz Cortez, LVN, is a well-versed registered nurse who has recently retired from St. Joseph Medical Center, a Steward Family hospital, in Houston, Texas. She now serves as School Nurse for Hearne Independent School District in Hearne, Texas. Furthermore, she has served as Chairman of the SHAC (Student Health Advisory Council) at Hearne IDS (2017-2018). Mary has an impressive professional journey that spans thirty-one years and her areas of expertise cover school nursing. Throughout her many years in practice, she has upheld a steadfast commitment to the ethical and professional standards of her work. Hence, she ensures an impeccable degree of patient satisfaction in all facets of her practice. For more information about Mary Ruiz Cortez, LVN, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-cortez-1bb361109/.

Mary Ruiz Cortez, LVN, attended Blinn College in Brenham, TX, and received her vocational nursing degree in 1988. She is a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Mary remains at the forefront of her challenging field via memberships and affiliations with prestigious professional societies and associations. She feels that her success is attributable primarily to her journey in nursing. She started as a nurse aid, she worked hard and learned as much as she could through continuing her education. Outside work, she dedicates to baking and family time. Mary was named District Staff Support of the Year in 2018 and was nominated for Regional Staff Support of the Year. For more information about Mary Ruiz Cortez, LVN, please visit https://todaysnurse.org/network/index.php?do=/4142114/info/.