Darlene Galbraith
Concord,NC
Summary
Highly skilled ECMO Specialist with comprehensive experience in patient care and management of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) procedures. Possess strong abilities to maintain complex ECMO equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Skilled in providing educational support to healthcare teams on ECMO technology and best practices. Significant contributions made in previous roles include enhancing patient outcomes by optimizing ECMO processes and protocols.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ECMO Specialist
Atrium Health/Levine Children's Hospital
Charlotte , NC
07.2005 - Current
- Performed ECMO cannulation and decannulation for patients in critical condition.
- Provided comprehensive care to the patient while on ECMO support including monitoring of organ function and adjusting settings accordingly.
ECMO Specialist
ECMO Advantage
Murfreesboro, TN
03.2015 - 11.2019
- Traveled within the US providing ECMO services and education to staff at various healthcare facilities.
Supervisor Respiratory Care
Atrium Health Cabarrus
Concord, NC
06.2011 - 07.2015
- Provided leadership and clinical assistance as an R.T. Supervisor, to include, ICU, NICU, PICU, and ED.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Bluefield State College
Bluefield, WV06-1980
Skills
- Proficient with Cardiohelp ECMO pump
- Proficient with Centi Mag ECMO pump
- Proficient with Nxt Stage CRRT machine
- Trained to assist in cannulations, management, and decannulations of ECMO patients, as well as the selection of cannulas and supplies necessary to perform cannulations
Certification
- Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- CES - A
Timeline
ECMO Specialist
ECMO Advantage
03.2015 - 11.2019
Supervisor Respiratory Care
Atrium Health Cabarrus
06.2011 - 07.2015
ECMO Specialist
Atrium Health/Levine Children's Hospital
07.2005 - Current
- Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- CES - A
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Bluefield State College
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