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ANITA KWETEY

Spintex, Accra,Greater Accra

Summary

Adept Nurse/Midwife with a proven track record at Resolve Medical Center, enhancing patient satisfaction through comprehensive prenatal and postpartum care. Expert in Obstetric Emergency Response and fostering Collaborative teamwork, I've significantly reduced childbirth complications. My dedication to patient education and advocacy showcases commitment to excellence in maternity care.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse/Midwife

Resolve Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
  • Performed routine gynecological exams to ensure overall reproductive health for patients across the lifespan.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring and assessing fetal development throughout pregnancy.
  • Mentored 15 aspiring midwives, sharing knowledge and expertise through preceptorship opportunities within the practice.
  • Facilitated support groups for new mothers, addressing topics such as infant care basics and postpartum mental health adjustments.
  • Supported about 80 natural birthing experiences through the utilization of non-pharmacological pain management techniques.
  • Enhanced patient education with personalized prenatal counseling sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Conducted home visits for postpartum and post discharge follow-ups when needed, ensuring access to quality care for all patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide optimal maternity care for high-risk pregnancies.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive care.
  • Ensured safe deliveries by anticipating potential complications and preparing necessary interventions in a timely manner.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success, offering guidance on proper latch techniques and troubleshooting common challenges.
  • Conducted thorough newborn assessments after birth, promptly identifying any potential health issues requiring intervention.
  • Safeguard maternal and neonatal wellbeing during labor by closely monitoring the vital signs and progress of both mother and baby.
  • Managed approximately 18 diabetic patients on the ward till discharge.
  • Successfully resuscitated 17 babies at the theatre.

Senior Staff Midwife

Essikadu Hospital
08.2013 - 06.2021
  • Developed trusting relationships with patients through compassionate, culturally sensitive care practices.
  • Conducted approximately 63 newborn assessments and provided immediate care, promoting healthy growth and development.
  • Reduced risk of complications during labor by closely monitoring maternal vital signs and fetal heart rate patterns throughout the process.
  • Consulted with a physician when complications occurred to provide holistic health care.
  • Performed an assessment and evaluation of patients to create care plans.
  • Promoted evidence-based practice by staying current on research trends in midwifery and incorporating findings into daily work.
  • Mentored over 10 student nurses and midwives during clinical rotations, fostering the next generation of skilled practitioners in the field of midwifery.
  • Maintained a strong commitment to professional development by attending 5 relevant conferences, 15 workshops, and about 9 continuing education courses in the field of midwifery.
  • Anticipated deviations from normal infant deliveries to safeguard patients and newborns.
  • Educated families on infant care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery strategies for improved outcomes.
  • Assisted physicians in performing emergency procedures when necessary to ensure the safety of mother and baby.
  • Collaborated with 2 interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for high-risk pregnancies.
  • Performed neonatal assessments by checking the baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health at birth.
  • Managed approximately 47 fetal distress and delivery complications calmly to provide safety to mothers and babies.
  • Participated in over 250 successful births.
  • Performed routine postpartum care, such as suturing and wound care.

National Service Nurse/Midwife

Wassa Akropong Government Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Mentored aspiring midwives, sharing knowledge and expertise through preceptorship opportunities within the practice.
  • Enhanced patient education with personalized prenatal counseling sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Fostered positive relationships with patients'' families, involving them in the care process from pregnancy to the postpartum period.
  • Ensured safe deliveries by anticipating potential complications and preparing necessary interventions promptly.
  • Assisted in over 80 successful births and provided post-partum counseling for struggling families to increase happiness and health of newborns and mothers.
  • Participated in over 100 successful births.
  • Examined and monitored over 200 pregnant women per year.
  • Successfully vaccinated over 60 children against Polio in a year
  • Successfully administered Tetanus Toxoid Injections to over 50 pregnant women over 2months

Education

MBA - Health Management

UNICAF University
Malawi Campus
03.2025

Master of Philosophy - Midwifery

University of Ghana, Legon
Accra, Ghana
01.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West End University College
Accra, Ghana
02.2024

Bachelor of Science - Midwifery

Garden City University College
Kumasi, Ghana
08.2020

Certificate - Foundation Program

Intercom Programming & Manufacturing Company (IPMC
Takoradi, Ghana
01.2020

High School Diploma -

Sekondi Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Takoradi
08.2011

Skills

  • Obstetric Emergency Response
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Neonatal Resuscitation
  • Labor and Delivery Management
  • Postpartum Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Physical examination
  • Patient Education
  • Comprehensive patient care
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Patient Assessment and Care Plan Development/Intervention
  • Oral, Intravenous, and Medication medication administration
  • NG Tube Feeding
  • Wound Dressing
  • Patient Advocacy

Certification

  • Registered Midwifery License - November, 2011
  • Registered Nurse License, Illinois Board of Nursing, U.S.A., 2023
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, 2024
  • Basic Life Support Certification, 2024
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification, 2024

Hobbies

Cooking and Dancing

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Fante
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Ewe
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Nurse/Midwife

Resolve Medical Center
07.2020 - Current

Senior Staff Midwife

Essikadu Hospital
08.2013 - 06.2021

National Service Nurse/Midwife

Wassa Akropong Government Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2012

MBA - Health Management

UNICAF University

Master of Philosophy - Midwifery

University of Ghana, Legon

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West End University College

Bachelor of Science - Midwifery

Garden City University College

Certificate - Foundation Program

Intercom Programming & Manufacturing Company (IPMC

High School Diploma -

Sekondi Nursing And Midwifery Training College
ANITA KWETEY