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AMA KORSEMA OBENG-BERKYAW

ACCRA

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with three decades of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. A Compassionate counsellor with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans,responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully. Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy. and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all clients within my domain.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

NURSE MANAGER/COUNSELOR

AIRPORT CLINIC LTD
10.1999 - 04.2024
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
  • Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
  • Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
  • Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
  • Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
  • Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
  • Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress or dangerous situations.
  • Promoted mental health awareness within the community through participation in educational events and presentations.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.

HIV COUNSELOR AND CARE GIVER

K. B. T. H. Fever's Unit/Mamprobi Polyclinic
09.2005 - 04.2006
  • Educated clients about living with HIV, preventing further transmission, benefits, and challenges of HIV care and treatment and access to resources.
  • Delivered pre-and post-test counseling sessions that effectively conveyed test results while emphasizing the importance of continued preventative behaviors.
  • Implemented comprehensive risk reduction strategies for clients that included education on safer sex practices, partner communications skills, substance abuse prevention measures.
  • Adapted counseling approach for diverse populations including cultural sensitivities and language barriers to create inclusive environments for all patients.

Education

Master of Arts - GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING

METHODIST UNIVERSITY GHANA,
DANSOMAN, GHANA.
06.2017

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

UNVERSITY OF GHANA BUSINESS
LEGON ,GHANA
03.2009

Midwifery

KORLE -BU MIDWIFERY TRAINING SCHOOL
ACCRA,GHANA
11.1998

Nursing

KORLE-BU NURSING TRAINING COLLEGE
08.1994

Skills

  • Department management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Patient education and advocacy
  • Staff Coaching and Mentoring
  • Budget Planning
  • Motivational Skills
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Training staff
  • Medical Supply Management
  • Nursing Performance Assessment
  • Preventive health
  • Quality Improvement

Affiliations

  • Ghana psychology association
  • Ghana national association of certificated councelors
  • Ghana Psychology Council

Certification

Postgraduate diploma in psychology

Certificate in Community health worker program and Global Health.

Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator to build strong marriages and healthy relationships

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I love doing event decor and singing hymns and songs during my  leisure hours.

Timeline

HIV COUNSELOR AND CARE GIVER

K. B. T. H. Fever's Unit/Mamprobi Polyclinic
09.2005 - 04.2006

NURSE MANAGER/COUNSELOR

AIRPORT CLINIC LTD
10.1999 - 04.2024

Master of Arts - GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING

METHODIST UNIVERSITY GHANA,

Bachelor of Science - Health Administration

UNVERSITY OF GHANA BUSINESS

Midwifery

KORLE -BU MIDWIFERY TRAINING SCHOOL

Nursing

KORLE-BU NURSING TRAINING COLLEGE

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