ADELAIDE NANA ADWOA HAIZEL
Accra
Summary
I am a highly motivated and ambitious nurse who is a team player and extremely willing to learn and improve. I strive to use modern nursing methods and techniques to improve levels of patient care and management. I am an affable, consistent, competent, and committed extensive tertiary level training, and a vast knowledge and experience in all aspects of ophthalmic nursing and general nursing as well. I am a nurse with a high sense of motivation and a passion for achieving set goals. I able work effectively on my own initiative and as a team player. I can work effectively under intense pressure and can adapt and learn fast.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
PRINCIPAL NURSING OFFICER
KORLE-BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
12.2023 - Current
- Screening of patients and treatment of eye conditions within scope of practice
- Triaging of patients and referring them directly to the ophthalmologist
- Assist in compiling the duty roster
- Ensure regular availability of supplies and other logistics in the OPD and outreach camps
- Prepare and submit regular reports on nursing activities in the OPD
- Provide data for monthly statistics of outpatient seen at the OPD
- Partake in peer review meetings in the eye unit
- Participate in monitoring and evaluation of nursing practice in the unit
- Proficient in managing staff team.
SENIOR NURSING OFFICER
KORLE-BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
07.2017 - 11.2023
- Routine examination: measuring visual acuity (VA), tonometry, and vital signs
- Screening of patients and treatment of eye conditions within scope of practice
- Ensuring immediate referrals are seen by an ophthalmologist immediately
- Special clinical investigations: carrying out ocular ultrasonography, fundus photography, biometry, OCT
- Diabetic retinopathy screening
- Cataract screening and assessment
- Proficient with the use of Ichihara plates and stereo test
- Proficient with the use of Cardiff and K pictures for pediatric visual acuity
- Patient counselling, including counselling and health education
- Proficient with the use of eye patch for patching exercise in amblyophia treatment and the use of materials such as translucent toys, multicolor balls, toys with contrast, Christmas decorations, insulated led lights, blue and white patterned charts to perform visual stimulation exercise
- Training student nurses: organizing periodic training or lectures for student nurses and other allied ophthalmic assistants
- Developing plan of care adhering to clinical team
- Administration of prescribed medication, assisting the ophthalmologist as necessary
- Preparing patients for intravitreal injections
- Care of post-operative patients and ensuring queries are addressed with appropriate follow up.
NURSING OFFICER
LION'S EYE CENTER
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Preparing patients for ophthalmic surgery and treating them during their recovery and follow-up
- I carry out Preoperative and postoperative patient care and education
- During surgery, I assist surgeons, monitor the sterility and safety of the surgical field, and keep a general watch over patients
- Also, I ensure that the surgeon has the right instruments or tools at the right time
- Assessment and monitoring of patients following local anesthesia
- I act as an Intraoperative Nurse and Surgical Assistant for various ophthalmic procedures
- I have assisted in over 2,000 surgical cases since March 2016
- Central processing, decontamination, sterilization, care and handling of ophthalmic surgical instruments
- Performance of minor eye procedures such as chalazion incision and curettage, epilation etc.
SENIOR STAFF NURSE
LION'S EYE CENTER
04.2011 - 10.2013
- Checking patients' vital signs, monitoring and administering medications and intravenous infusions
- Coordinating care with multiple specialists for the benefits of the patient, listening to patients and analyzing their physical and emotional needs
- Providing counseling and healthcare education to patients
- Staying current with advances in healthcare options, medications, and treatment plans
- Assisting Doctors during consultations and setting up consulting rooms
- Organizing clinic sessions
- Decontamination, processing, and sterilization of instruments
- Assisting patients during diagnostic procedures
- Preparation of patients for surgery.
STAFF NURSE
SEFWI WIASO GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Rotation in medical, surgical, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, and public health
- Practices comprehensive nursing care in accordance with professional values and moral principles and maintains confidentiality as appropriate
- Prioritizes client's needs and delegates aspects of nursing care to other nursing personnel within his/her scope of professional responsibility
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the nursing care of each client in accordance with client's individuality, abilities, culture, and choices
- Assesses the quality and appropriateness of client care and resolves identified problems
- Performs nursing care in response to clients' needs supported by nursing knowledge, research and reflective practice
- Documents the nursing care of each client from admission to discharge in accordance with the general principles and legal requirements for documentation
- Promotes an environment which maximizes client safety by utilizing infection control practices and implementing the standards of clients' safety programs
- Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and acts as a client advocate to ensure high quality client care
- Utilizes and ensures maintenance of equipment and instruments as appropriate
- Participates in teaching and assessing of junior colleagues.
Education
Certificate in Health Administration and Management -
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
11.2016
Advanced Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing -
Ophthalmic Nursing School, Korle Bu Accra, Ghana
12.2015
Advanced Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing -
Ophthalmic Nursing School
Korle Bu Accra Ghana12.2015
BSc General Nursing -
Central University, Accra, Ghana
07.2014
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
Central University
Accra, Ghana07.2014
Diploma, registered general Nursing -
Nursing and Midwifery Training College Secondi Western Region, Ghana
10.2009
Diploma Registered General Nursing - General Nursing
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Secondi Western Region, Ghana10.2009
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suit (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint), Windows, and internet navigation skills
- Organization and planning
- Patient care
- Rehabilitation
- Patient care planning
- Healthcare administration
- Nursing Audit
- Quality Assurance
- Communication
Research
- Genetics of macular degeneration.2020
- Patient perception and attitude towards Trabeculectomy/Trabeculotomy. 2015
Community Service
- 06/2023, Health talks for various branches of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana and screening during yearly health week
- 08/2023, Medical outreach (eye screening), Oak bridge Medical Centre
- 2016 - 2022, Yearly national glaucoma screening during glaucoma week
- 2017 - 2021, Yearly school outreaches, BAJ Health Services
- 03/2014 - 06/2014, Medical Outreach (eye screening), Sunyani Regional Hospital
- 07/2017 - 09/2017, Eye Surgical Outreach, Our Lady of Grace Hospital, Central Region
References
- Evelyn Kyereh, Ophthalmic Nurse, Lion's Eye Centre, Korle - Bu, Accra, evelynkyereh@yahoo.com, +233249190801
- Dr. Serwaa Acquah, Oculoplastic Surgeon, Lion's Eye Center, Korle - Bu, Accra, asaacquah@gmail.com, +233 206301974
Professional Registration
8616, 634
Hobbies and Interests
- Dancing
- Reading
- Travelling
Training
- 09/2023, Pediatric Clinic Protocols, Lions Eye Centre Pediatric Ophthalmology unit
- 07/2023, Genetic Testing for Eye Diseases, Ophtalmology Society of Ghana
- 06/2023, Training on Report Writing and Nursing Documentation, Medical Simulation Skills Institute(MSSI)
- 12/2022, Basic Life Support (BLS), National Health Care Provide Solutions(NHCPS)
- 12/2022, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), NHCPS
- 01/2020, Diabetic Retinopathy, Ophtalmology Nurses Conference
- 04/2020, Training on Covid 19 Case Management, Ghana Health Service
- 10/2019, Hand Hygiene/Technique in Hand Washing, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
- 04/2017, Evidenced - Based Nursing Management of Diabetes Mellitus In 21st Century, Nurses CPD Consult
- 07/2016, Safe Ophthalmic Theatre Practices, Staff of Moorefield's Eye Hospital, UK
- 01/2014, Back to Basic Nursing, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
- 11/2012, Basic Nursing Updates, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Affiliations
- Nurses and Midwifery Council of Ghana
Timeline
PRINCIPAL NURSING OFFICER
KORLE-BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
12.2023 - Current
SENIOR NURSING OFFICER
KORLE-BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
07.2017 - 11.2023
NURSING OFFICER
LION'S EYE CENTER
01.2016 - 01.2017
SENIOR STAFF NURSE
LION'S EYE CENTER
04.2011 - 10.2013
STAFF NURSE
SEFWI WIASO GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL
01.2010 - 12.2010
Certificate in Health Administration and Management -
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
Advanced Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing -
Ophthalmic Nursing School, Korle Bu Accra, Ghana
Advanced Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing -
Ophthalmic Nursing School
BSc General Nursing -
Central University, Accra, Ghana
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
Central University
Diploma, registered general Nursing -
Nursing and Midwifery Training College Secondi Western Region, Ghana
Diploma Registered General Nursing - General Nursing
Nursing And Midwifery Training College