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Akosua Obeaa Owusu Ansah

Kumasi

Summary

Proven caregiver with extensive experience at Ghana Health Service, adept in elderly care and medical record-keeping. Demonstrates compassionate communication and problem-solving skills, enhancing patient well-being and achieving high client satisfaction. Successfully managed complex care plans, ensuring adherence and improving patient outcomes. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Compassionate care giver possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in communication. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Ghana Health Service
08.2017 - Current
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
  • Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Garden City University College
Kumasi, Ghana
06.2022

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Elderly Care
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Patient Care
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Emotional Support
  • Meal Preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Compassionate communication
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Behavioral Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Documentation
  • Special Needs Care
  • Client documentation
  • Behavior redirection
  • Patient Management
  • ADL Assistance
  • End of life care
  • Care Plan Management
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Patient Assessments
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Records Management
  • Transportation Services
  • PPE Usage
  • Medical Records Management
  • [Language] Fluency
  • Records Maintenance
  • Physical therapy support
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Chronic Illness Management
  • Medical office administration
  • Case Management
  • State regulations knowledge
  • EMR / EHR
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Clinical Quality Program Standards
  • Incapacitation care
  • Fast Learner
  • Attentive to People
  • Bedside Care
  • Clear Communication
  • Ability to Lift
  • Personal Care Worker
  • Supportive Personality
  • Caring Companionship
  • Household Cleaning
  • Decision-Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Personal Care Aide
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Cooking meals
  • Team Collaboration
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • First Aid Certification
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • Errands
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Light Cleaning
  • Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
  • Safety Compliance
  • Wound Care
  • Childcare experience
  • Client satisfaction
  • Schedule Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Care Planning
  • CPR Certification
  • Injury Prevention

HOBBIES

1. Reading

2. Listening to music

3. Playing games

Timeline

Caregiver

Ghana Health Service
08.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Garden City University College
Akosua Obeaa Owusu Ansah