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Adamptey Shadrack

Adamptey Shadrack

Ho

Summary

Highly motivated and goal-oriented individual with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Constantly seeking challenging positions aligned with competencies, capabilities, skills, education, and experience. Extensive background dedicated to providing unwavering support to organizations in achieving shared goals and fostering mutual benefits. Known for innovative thinking and boundless energy, thriving in high-pressure environments and always eager to learn and grow. Humble and self-motivated graduate driven by a strong passion for continuous improvement, ready to contribute abilities to make a positive impact. Qualified Nursing Officer with [Number] years of experience and success in providing excellent patient care and individualized outcomes. Adept at optimizing patient care and quality goals by streamlining nursing operations and improving resource allocation. Proven leader works closely with coworkers and patients for best-in-class nursing care. Seasoned Nursing Officer bringing over [Number] years of experience and success in improving patient care and quality outcomes. Accomplished in streamlining nursing activities, improving resource utilization and optimizing patient safety. Proven leader committed to nursing education and helping colleagues achieve personal and professional goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Nursing Officer

Ho Teaching Hospital
Ho, Volta region
12.2022 - Current
  • Responded to emergent situations such as code blue, code green and code STEMI, advising health teams on appropriate steps and collaborating with physicians to control patient acuity.
  • Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency in daily nursing operations.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on continual learning and growth.
  • Served as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure the highest level of care and support during challenging medical situations.
  • Enhanced staff performance through comprehensive training programs and continuous professional development opportunities.
  • Established effective communication channels between nurses, physicians, ancillary staff members, resulting in improved collaboration throughout the entire healthcare team.
  • Facilitated timely discharge planning by working closely with case managers, social workers, and physicians to ensure seamless transitions of care for patients.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify areas for potential improvement in patient outcomes and overall hospital performance.
  • Provided guidance to staff on emergency guidelines to enable uninterrupted workflows during emergencies.
  • Improved education and training initiatives by attending professional development workshops and spearheading certification courses.
  • Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines for consistent, high-quality patient care across all units.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, facilitating open communication and trust during challenging healthcare experiences.
  • Welcomed and provided patients with information on various departments and services.
  • Informed new patients about various departments and services.
  • Promoted a culture of safety, resulting in reduced medical errors and increased patient satisfaction scores.
  • Reduced patient readmission rates by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create targeted care plans.

Nursing Officer

Ho Teaching Hospital
12.2019 - 12.2022
  • To assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care and contribute to the efficient management of the ward
  • Ensure that planned nursing care is delivered safely and effectively taking into account the views of the patient and their relatives
  • Ensure that plans of care for patients are written and updated and that all observations, documentation and communication are accurate in doing so the appropriate care is given accordingly
  • Supervise staff and students in the ward.
  • Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines for consistent, high-quality patient care across all units.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Coordinated with physicians and staff to facilitate admissions, evaluating admission criteria and patients' symptoms to determine need for psychiatric consultation and related care.
  • Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
  • Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and updating protocols.
  • Provided high-quality patient education on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering patients in their own healthcare decisions.
  • Managed medication administration accurately and safely, reducing the risk of adverse drug events among patients.
  • Mentored 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.
  • Developed comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs, promoting faster recovery times.
  • Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring patients maintained dignity and comfort during their final moments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to establish appropriate discharge planning for patients transitioning from hospital to home care settings.
  • Served as a strong advocate for both patients and families during critical decision-making processes related to medical treatments or end-of-life care options.
  • Participated in continuous professional development opportunities for personal growth and advancement within the field of nursing.
  • Maximized staff and patient protections by enforcing optimal disease prevention protocols.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.

Math Tutor

Solomon Bennett Memorial School
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • To prepare lesson notes and ensure successful delivery of lessons
  • To promote a conducive teaching and learning environment
  • To support and supervise pupils through curricular and extracurricular activities
  • Attend and contribute to general staff meetings.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
  • Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
  • Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors based on observation of instructional practices and impact on student learning.

Nurse Intern

Municipal Hospital
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Participate in ward rounds
  • Helping patient to adapt to their new environment
  • Under supervision to formulate, initiate and revive patient care as condition warrants
  • Under supervision to administer medications and communicate patient reactions to the supervisor.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
  • Assisted in the administration of medications, ensuring accurate dosages for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in a timely manner.
  • Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
  • Assisted with successful completion of daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding or assisting with ambulation for patients.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing concerns.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop effective patient care plans.
  • Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support during clinical rotations.
  • Delivered high-quality wound care, effectively reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical skills while rotating through various hospital units, including emergency room, ICU, and pediatrics.
  • Provided education on disease prevention and management, empowering patients to take control of their health.
  • Effectively communicated with multidisciplinary teams during shift changes to ensure seamless continuity of care.
  • Facilitated efficient patient admissions and discharges, streamlining hospital processes for improved workflow.
  • Contributed to the success of nursing initiatives by actively participating in quality improvement projects.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying critical issues for immediate attention by the medical team.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
  • Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
  • Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
  • Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
  • Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
  • Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
  • Prepared and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
  • Checked patient status to report signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medication.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University for Development Studies
Tamale, Ghana
08.2017

General Science -

St. Peter's S.H.S
05.2012

Student -

Dag-Hammarskjold Memorial Institute
04.2008

Skills

  • Excellent ability to assist in patient care, maintain healthy standards and carry out regular clinical skills
  • Ability to adhere to clinical care procedures, systematics own progress plan to ensure that the objective of health care unit are met
  • Able to support clinical and other staff for good patient care, give education, training and mentorship
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good attention to detail and observation
  • Patient Assessment
  • Infection prevention
  • Disease Prevention
  • Continuing education
  • Care Planning
  • Health Promotion
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Compassionate Care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Quality Improvement
  • Research utilization
  • Policy compliance
  • Staff Development
  • Medical clinical procedures
  • Patient Relations
  • Patient Safety
  • Patient Education
  • Emergency Readiness
  • Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Immunizations
  • Clinical Staff Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Risk Analysis
  • Diagnostic Services Monitoring
  • Drug Inventory Management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Nursing Operations Management
  • Staff Management
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Health Information Systems
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Patient Treatment
  • Resource Monitoring
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • Treatment Plan Creation
  • Patient Care Assessment

Certification

REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE - Ghana Nurses and Midwives Council

REGISTERED NURSE - State of Montana Board of Nursing

Personal Information

Title: Nursing Officer 2019-2022

Senior Nursing Officer 2022- present

Timeline

Senior Nursing Officer

Ho Teaching Hospital
12.2022 - Current

Nursing Officer

Ho Teaching Hospital
12.2019 - 12.2022

Math Tutor

Solomon Bennett Memorial School
08.2019 - 11.2019

Nurse Intern

Municipal Hospital
04.2018 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University for Development Studies

General Science -

St. Peter's S.H.S

Student -

Dag-Hammarskjold Memorial Institute
Adamptey Shadrack