Hi, I’m
Agnes Kwae Asiedu
Accra
Summary
Compassionate Midwife with 7 years of SVD,CS, and VBAC birthing experience. Expert in providing thorough healthcare to mothers and babies including prenatal and postpartum care.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Ghana Health ServiceTeshie Nungua
Registered Midwife
06.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Offered primary care to expecting mothers and newborn infants.
- Assisted mothers with breastfeeding, self-care and postpartum healthcare.
- Provided healthcare information and educational resources to new parents.
- Gave emotional support to expecting mothers by answering questions and alleviating concerns.
- Handled labor and delivery for moms choosing alternative birth methods.
- Participated in advanced practice training and worked alongside physicians.
- Performed low-intervention techniques to induce labor or relieve pain during labor.
- Diagnosed and treated patients with high-risk complications.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during and after labor.
- Coached over 200 women through final stage of labor and delivered over 300 newborns in family-oriented settings.
- Performed low-intervention techniques to induce labor or relieve pain during labor
Ghana Health ServiceAnum Boso
Health Care Assistant
04.2009 - 09.2012
Job overview
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating and drinking and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Cared for patients in 50-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and about 30 workshops.
Education
Wisconsin International University CollegeLegon, Accra
Bachelor of Science from Midwifery
12.2022
University Overview
- Completed professional development in Midwifery
Nursing And Midwifery Training CollegePantang, Accra
Diploma from Midwifery
12.2014
Nursing And Midwifery Training SchoolAtibie, Eastern Region
Certificate from Healthcare Assistant
12.2008
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Safety Measures
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Primary Care
- Postpartum Counseling
- Invasive Procedures
- Ultrasound Examination
- Infection Control Procedures
- Emergency Situations
- Birth Coaching
- APGAR Score Calculation
- Breast Feeding
Affiliations
Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwifes Association
Timeline
Registered Midwife
Ghana Health Service
06.2015 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Ghana Health Service
04.2009 - 09.2012
Wisconsin International University College
Bachelor of Science from Midwifery
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Diploma from Midwifery
Nursing And Midwifery Training School
Certificate from Healthcare Assistant
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