Mary Tolar
Baytown,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and medication administration. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient care and positive outcomes. Highly qualified RN with broad experience in critical care, patient education, and team leadership. Specialized skills include acute patient care, health assessments, and medical documentation. Notable strengths: superior communication abilities, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within healthcare teams. Past work highlights include implementing quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction and reduced readmission rates.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ER RN
East Houston Medical Center
Houston, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
RN
HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast
Pasadena, TX
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
RN, Emergency Department
CHI St.Lukes
The Woodlands, TX
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Instructed and educated patients about their conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and any changes needed in treatment plans.
- Provided initial assessment of patients and identified changes in their condition.
- Compiled detailed reports on each shift regarding all treatments provided throughout the day.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while following established nursing standards of care.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives within the department.
- Managed medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the delivery of patient care services.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds.
- Performed triage to prioritize care for emergency room patients.
- Conducted physical exams on admitted patients prior to treatment.
- Identified potential safety hazards or risks associated with treatment plans or procedures.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Organized workflows within the Emergency Department efficiently while ensuring quality patient outcomes.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to inform decisions related to patient care management.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
- Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy and completeness prior to documentation in the medical record.
RN ER Manager
Excellence ER
Houston, TX
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Director of Nursing
Dayton Nursing Care Facility
Dayton, TX
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Attended meetings with senior management personnel to provide updates on progress of projects and initiatives being undertaken by the nursing team.
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Advised physicians on best practices related to prescribing medications or treatments for patients under their care.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Analyzed trends in patient care activities such as medication errors or falls within the facility.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
RN
Pain Management Clinic
Webster, TX
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - NURSING
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX05-2007
LPN - NURSNG
CHARLES B COREIL VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
Ville Platte, LA05-1995
GED -
MAMOU HIGH SCHOOL
Mamou, LA05-1992
Skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Geriatric Care
- Basic Life Support
- Discharge Planning
- Quality Improvement
- Infectious disease control
- Emergency Response
- Critical Care
- Patient Discharge
- Physical assessments
- Licensed RN
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Medication and IV administration
- Life-sustaining machines
- Emergency Care
- Patient Care
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Medication Distribution
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- IV setup
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- HIPAA Education
Certification
ACLS CERTIFIED
BLS CERTIFIED
PALS CERTIFIED
Timeline
ER RN
East Houston Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
RN
HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast
03.2024 - 06.2024
RN, Emergency Department
CHI St.Lukes
05.2022 - 05.2023
RN ER Manager
Excellence ER
03.2021 - 05.2022
Director of Nursing
Dayton Nursing Care Facility
06.2020 - 05.2021
RN
Pain Management Clinic
05.2019 - 12.2019
Associate Degree in Nursing - NURSING
San Jacinto College District
LPN - NURSNG
CHARLES B COREIL VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
GED -
MAMOU HIGH SCHOOL