Debra Ann Schiess, RN, BSN

Debra Ann Schiess, RN, BSN, is a dedicated healthcare professional with over 30 years of experience in patient care, clinical and administrative roles. She specializes in managing operations, ensuring quality care, protecting client rights in assisted living, training staff, and developing programs. Debra is skilled at bringing teams together and collaborating with committees and boards. Her background includes managing mental healthcare and HMO operations, focusing on quality improvement, cost control, and wellness programs.

As Administrator at the Milwaukee Detox Center, Debra oversees daily operations, ensuring proper patient assessments and care. She manages staff, coordinates with referral sources, and ensures compliance with state and County government regulations. She previously served as Director of Clinical Programming at Genesis Behavioral Services and held leadership roles at ProHealthcare Regency-Muskego and SLC Harbour Village. Debra earned her BSN from Marquette University and is a licensed RN in Wisconsin. A former U.S. Naval Reserve officer, she also serves on the boards of Horizon Healthcare and Matt Talbot Recovery Services.