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CAROL KORDAI TETTEY

Accra

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with 31 years of hands-on experience in the operating room. Proficient in assisting with a diverse range of surgical procedures, from general surgery to specialized fields like neurosurgery and plastic surgery. Passionate about utilizing minimally invasive techniques to enhance patient recovery and minimize complications. Committed to leading and mentoring teams, fostering a culture of excellence, and delivering exceptional patient care.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Nurse Manager

The Trust Hospital Limited.
02.1986 - 10.2024
  • Supervised 12-15 nurses to render effective services.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on industry best practices and emerging trends in law enforcement.
  • Provided thorough training to junior deputies, fostering professional growth and skill development.

Principal Nursing Officer

The Trust Hospital Company Limited
04.2013 - 12.2022
  • Mentored and trained new nursing staff members through orientation and training programs, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through effective communication and interdisciplinary meetings, resulting in better patient outcomes.
  • Maintained high sterility in the operating theatres to avoid infections. 99% of patients recovered and discharged home without any complications or wounds.
  • Billing patients effectively on the Electronic Medical Records to avoid financial loss to the Hospital.
  • Keeping accurate logistics.
  • Rendering immediate post-operative management to patients before transfer to various wards.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to establish appropriate discharge planning for patients transitioning from hospital to home care settings.
  • Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.

State Registered Nurse

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
01.1986 - 01.1993
  • Worked with Surgical Department rendering pre and post operative basic nursing care for patients.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Education

Registered Midwife - Nursing Midwifery

Midwifery Training School Korle-Bu
Accra, Ghana
11-1998

Nursing - Specialized Nursing &Critical Care Nursing

The International Nursing Foundation of Japan
Japan
12-1996

Nursing

Nursing Training School
Accra,Ghana
08-1986

Skills

  • Decision-making
  • Report writing
  • Public relations
  • Meetings and presentations
  • Team leadership
  • Team collaboration
  • Emergency management

Timeline

Principal Nursing Officer

The Trust Hospital Company Limited
04.2013 - 12.2022

Deputy Nurse Manager

The Trust Hospital Limited.
02.1986 - 10.2024

State Registered Nurse

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
01.1986 - 01.1993

Registered Midwife - Nursing Midwifery

Midwifery Training School Korle-Bu

Nursing - Specialized Nursing &Critical Care Nursing

The International Nursing Foundation of Japan

Nursing

Nursing Training School
CAROL KORDAI TETTEY