Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Ambition
Skillsinadvocacy
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Abena Sarpomaa Nimarko-Antwi

Abena Sarpomaa Nimarko-Antwi

Accra North

Summary

With over 10 years of experience in maternal and neonatal nursing, I have been privileged to work in both high-risk neonatal care and maternal care environments. I am particularly passionate about family-centered care, patient education, and advocacy for maternal and newborn health. I aim to develop a platform that will bridge the gap between healthcare systems and underserved communities to improve health outcomes for mothers and neonates. My background, coupled with my current position at Trust Mother and Child Hospital, equips me to contribute to projects aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Neonatal Nurse Specialist

Trust Mother and Child Hospital
11.2024 - Current
  • Manage the neonatal unit with a focus on high-risk neonates, providing advanced care, including CPAP and ventilator management
  • Lead educational initiatives for families, guiding them through neonatal care techniques and post-discharge care
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess maternal and newborn health, integrating preventive measures for better health outcomes
  • Implement policies to enhance family participation in care, ensuring that both maternal and neonatal units are coordinated for comprehensive care
  • Lead community outreach programs, educating parents on neonatal survival and health issues, aligned with national health objectives

Medical Delegate/Clinic Nurse Supervisor

Nestlé Ghana Factory Clinic
08.2021 - 08.2024
  • Contract staff work three times per week.
  • Delivered maternal health programs focused on breastfeeding promotion, prenatal care, and safe delivery practices in collaboration with local healthcare providers.
  • Managed the company's health clinics, where I coordinated maternal and child health services, with a focus on nutrition, immunization, and family planning.
  • Advocated for the inclusion of maternal and newborn health issues in corporate wellness initiatives.

Unit In-Charge, Senior Nursing Officer

Lisghanater Hospital and Fertility Center
11.2015 - 10.2023
  • Led both maternal and neonatal units, offering comprehensive care for mothers and newborns, with an emphasis on high-risk pregnancies and neonates.
  • Supervised and mentored nursing staff while implementing clinical guidelines for optimal maternal and neonatal care.
  • Coordinated with obstetricians and pediatricians to provide holistic care to pregnant women and newborns, with a focus on early intervention and maternal health promotion.
  • Designed and conducted maternal and neonatal health workshops for the community, strengthening awareness on early detection of complications.
  • Provided counseling and emotional support to families, especially those with preterm or critically ill newborns, ensuring family-centered care.

Education

Membership - Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing

Ghana College of Nurses And Midwives
08-2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central University
Ghana
06-2016

Diploma - General Nursing

Korle-Bu Nurses Training College
06-2013

Skills

  • Advocacy
  • Family-Centered Care
  • Maternal and neonatal health education
  • Health Policy and Advocacy
  • Community Outreach
  • Nutritional support
  • Growth monitoring
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Physical assessments
  • Developmental care
  • Neonatal care planning
  • Newborn health evaluations

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • Neonatal Resuscitation
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Ambition

Having worked in maternal and neonatal care, I aspire to design and implement a platform that improves access to quality maternal and newborn care, especially for underserved populations. My aim is to empower families with the knowledge and resources they need to provide optimal care, contributing to healthier outcomes for mothers and neonates. This ambition stems from my experiences at Lister Hospital and Trust Mother and Child Hospital, where I have witnessed firsthand the challenges that families face in accessing and navigating maternal and neonatal healthcare.

Skillsinadvocacy

  • Family-Centered Care: Promoting family involvement in maternal and neonatal care processes, ensuring that families are educated and empowered to participate actively in their loved ones' healthcare.
  • Maternal and Neonatal Health Education: Skilled in designing and delivering educational programs for families, focusing on maternal health during pregnancy, labor, and post-delivery care, as well as neonatal health after birth.
  • Health Policy and Advocacy: Experience in advocating for maternal and neonatal health policies that integrate family involvement and address community health needs.
  • Community Outreach: Leading initiatives to raise awareness about maternal and neonatal health, with a focus on underserved communities, through workshops, outreach programs, and healthcare partnerships.

Timeline

Neonatal Nurse Specialist

Trust Mother and Child Hospital
11.2024 - Current

Medical Delegate/Clinic Nurse Supervisor

Nestlé Ghana Factory Clinic
08.2021 - 08.2024

Unit In-Charge, Senior Nursing Officer

Lisghanater Hospital and Fertility Center
11.2015 - 10.2023
  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • Neonatal Resuscitation
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Membership - Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing

Ghana College of Nurses And Midwives

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central University

Diploma - General Nursing

Korle-Bu Nurses Training College
Abena Sarpomaa Nimarko-Antwi