Abigail Asamoah
Ayigya
Summary
Accomplished Staff Midwife at University Hospital, KNUST, and skilled Homecare Nurse at WeCare Nursing Home, I excel in newborn care and compassionate caregiving. Demonstrated success in reducing complications and hospital readmissions through innovative care strategies and effective emotional support. Expert in breastfeeding education and patient-centered communication, fostering significant improvements in patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Midwife
University Hospital, KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana
04.2019 - Current
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Conducted newborn assessments and provided immediate care, promoting healthy growth and development.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through compassionate, culturally sensitive care practices.
- Reduced risk of complications during labor by closely monitoring maternal vital signs and fetal heart rate patterns throughout the process.
- Provided emotional support to families experiencing pregnancy loss or complications, offering resources for grief counseling where appropriate.
- Provided breastfeeding support to new mothers, addressing concerns and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
Homecare Nurse
WeCare Nursing Home
Kumasi
02.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
- Enhanced the quality of life for elderly patients through personalized care plans and regular health assessments.
- Maintained timely documentation of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among the care team members.
- Managed complex medical equipment such as ventilators or feeding tubes as needed for specialized patient populations.
- Coordinated services with other healthcare professionals such as physical therapists and social workers, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, fostering trust and open communication.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home setting, reducing risks associated with mobility impairments.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring vital signs, medication adherence, and overall wellness.
- Updated and developed care plans to establish goals based on patient's nursing diagnosis.
Education
Professional Diploma - Midwifery
Sunyani Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Sunyani09.2019
High School Diploma -
Sunyani Senior High School
Sunyani, Ghana06.2015
Skills
- Newborn care
- Breastfeeding education
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Meal Preparation
- Emotional Support
- First aid and safety
- Early Childhood Education
- CPR training
- Activity Planning
- Language skills
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Homework help
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Staff Midwife
University Hospital, KNUST
04.2019 - Current
Homecare Nurse
WeCare Nursing Home
02.2019 - Current
Professional Diploma - Midwifery
Sunyani Nursing And Midwifery Training College
High School Diploma -
Sunyani Senior High School