Tracie Galloway
Rumford,RI
Summary
30 years experience working in both a hospital and home setting. I have worked 12 years on a med-surg floor for age group of 2-12 year olds with multiple different diagnosis, post ops, admissions, discharges. 14 years of working in a pediatric intensive care unit, collaborating with multiple different teams to manage patients care. 4 years of working in an ambulatory setting managing chemotherapy and infusion therapy via peripheral IV, ports, central lines, PICC lines. 2 years of working with the geriatric population in a nursing home setting, administration of medication and nursing assessment of the residents and notify physician in change of patient condition.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Garden Place Health Center
Attleboro, MA
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to design and execute comprehensive patient care plans.
- Executed comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and implemented tailored interventions.
- Executed comprehensive patient assessments to promptly identify condition changes and notify physicians.
- Executed medication administration in strict adherence to established guidelines, ensuring patient safety.
- Fostered a culture of safety within healthcare facility by actively engaging in quality improvement initiatives and identifying potential hazards.
Registered Nurse
RI Hospital/Hasbro Children's Hospital
Rumford, RI
05.1995 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
- Monitored vital signs including heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments and therapies administered to patients.
- Identified changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising physician immediately.
- Collaborated with other healthcare team members regarding treatment plans for each patient served.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss best practices related to critical care management.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Provided patient education on the use of IV therapy and potential side effects.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered and reported any changes in a patient's condition to physicians.
- Performed venipuncture procedures when necessary for accessing central lines or port catheters.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Nurse/Infusion Nurse
Option Care
Cranston, Rhode Island
04.2004 - 2024
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Registered Nurse
Bayada Home Health
Rumford, RI
09.2010 - 12.2019
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Perform suctioning both nasally and via trach.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Saint Joseph's School of Nursing
North Providence, RI05.1996
Skills
- Administered IV therapy to patients, providing essential hydration and medication support Assisted healthcare teams in monitoring patient responses to treatment Maintained accurate records of IV therapy sessions and patient progress
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement
- Oversaw comprehensive medication management processes to ensure patient safety and adherence
- Achieved certification in chemotherapy administration, ensuring adherence to safety protocols
- Assisted in the operation of ECMO equipment to support patient care Collaborated with healthcare teams to monitor patient conditions and respond to needs Provided technical support during ECMO procedures to ensure smooth operations
- Assisted teams in completing projects on schedule and within budget Supported project coordination efforts to enhance team collaboration Contributed to problem-solving initiatives to improve project outcomes
- Assisted in developing nutritional plans for patients Supported healthcare teams in monitoring patient progress Provided guidance on dietary adjustments to enhance patient health
- Executed ng tube placement procedures to ensure proper patient nutrition and medication administration
- Assisted in guiding new team members through onboarding processes Supported colleagues in understanding project requirements and expectations Provided resources and materials to enhance learning experiences
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Garden Place Health Center
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bayada Home Health
09.2010 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse/Infusion Nurse
Option Care
04.2004 - 2024
Registered Nurse
RI Hospital/Hasbro Children's Hospital
05.1995 - Current
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Saint Joseph's School of Nursing