Mary is the charge nurse for the Main Operating Room. In her charge nurse role she exhibits many of the characteristics that embody the Professional Practice Model. Mary consistently displays sound clinical judgment by working in collaboration with all members of the perioperative team to make decisions on patients who need to come to the OR. This ensures our most critical patients are seen in promptly.

She oversees the day to day logistics of a very busy Operating room and runs it efficiently to make sure patient needs are met. She is respectful in her communication with others; even in tense situations she displays the utmost respect and professionalism.

She actively seeks out learning opportunities for new employees to help them grow in their careers. She has served as a mentor and trusted resource for many new OR staff members. OR staff always knows that when Mary is in charge they have a knowledgeable resource that can help them through any situation that may arise on the unit.

In addition to her dedication to the operating room here at Children's she is a member of the LEAP medical mission team, making multiple trips to serve children in other countries who are in desperate need of medical care. Mary is a selfless, dedicated employee who always seeks to do the right thing to ensure the safety of all our surgical patients.