Ryan Galbraith-DeWolfe
Greenville,MI
Summary
Highly skilled nursing professional with proven expertise in emergency room management and patient care. Known for strong leadership in high-pressure environments, fostering team collaboration, and adapting to evolving challenges. Adept at critical decision-making, patient triage, and delivering quality care. Recognized for reliability and achieving optimal outcomes in dynamic settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dedicated Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Corewell Health
Greenville
01.2023 - Current
- Develop staffing plans that align with the department’s requirements.
- Verify that staff members adhere to the policies and procedures established within their respective departments and the facility.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional growth and promoting a strong team environment within the emergency department.
- Developed strategies for managing overcrowding in the emergency department, improving overall patient satisfaction scores.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Emergency Room Travel Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing LLC
Elkhorn, NE
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained a high level of adaptability when transitioning between different facilities, quickly acclimating to new environments and team dynamics.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse populations while respecting individual cultural beliefs and preferences.
- Provided education to patients and their families on relevant health topics, promoting self-care management and overall wellness.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all aspects of patient care, maintaining compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations within the emergency department.
Associate Nurse Manager of the Emergency Department
Memorial Healthcare
Owosso, MI
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department by addressing concerns promptly and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage while controlling overtime costs, maintaining optimal nurse-patient ratios.
- Related to and resolved patient concerns.
- Improved patient care by effectively managing nursing staff and coordinating interdisciplinary team collaboration.
- Collaborated with hospital administration to develop policies and procedures that promoted patient safety and regulatory compliance.
- Coached and developed clinical employees by providing support and guidance.
Emergency Room Nurse Coordinator
Memorial Healthcare
Owosso, MI
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Coached and mentored junior staff to uplift department capabilities.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay updated on current nursing practices, ensuring delivery of evidence-based care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare
Owosso, MI
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare
Owosso, MI
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Provide safe and professional patient care across multiple hospital units.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison03-2026
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI01.2011
Associate Degree - Photography Technology
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI01.1993
Skills
- Triage management
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Emergency care
- Department management
- Care coordination
- Reliability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
Certification
- State of Michigan Registered Nurse; License Number 470428644
- ENA Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Provider
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider
- AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
Timeline
Dedicated Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Corewell Health
01.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Travel Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing LLC
01.2021 - 01.2023
Associate Nurse Manager of the Emergency Department
Memorial Healthcare
01.2019 - 01.2021
Emergency Room Nurse Coordinator
Memorial Healthcare
01.2018 - 01.2019
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare
01.2013 - 01.2018
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare
01.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lansing Community College
Associate Degree - Photography Technology
Washtenaw Community College