AUGUSTINA ANNAN
Summary
Patient-oriented and a dedicated nurse with over five years of diverse experience in direct patient care and staff supervision. Skilled at direct patient care, multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments in delivering exceptional care. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. I am keen on advancing my career with an international organization that is quality-focused and efficiency-driven.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Staff Nurse
37 Military Hospital( Cardiothoracic Unit)
10.2022 - Current
- Preoperative and postoperative care of patient for pace maker and IVC filter surgery.
- Care of patient with tracheostomy and chest tube.
- Venipuncture and meticulous medication administration.
- Monitoring of patient on telemetry
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Staff Nurse
37 Military Hospital (Female Medical Ward))
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Performed admission and discharge of patient.
- Performed routine treatment such as monitoring of vital signs, administration of medication, wound and urethral catheter care.
- Passage of an Ng Tube and urethral catheter.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
University of Ghana
Accra Ghana 08.2020
Diploma - Nursing
Narh-Bita College
ACCRA Ghana 06.2015
Skills
- Good communication skill
- Strong venipuncture skill
- Patient advocacy
- Highly organized
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Able to multi task
- Staff supervision
- Strong clinical judgement
- Health Promotion
LICENCE / PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
- Registered Nurse USA(Texas Board of Nursing)
- Registered Nurse, Ghana
- ACLS Certified
REFERENCE
- Available upon request
Timeline
Senior Staff Nurse
37 Military Hospital( Cardiothoracic Unit)
10.2022 - Current
Staff Nurse
37 Military Hospital (Female Medical Ward))
06.2018 - 09.2022
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
University of Ghana
Diploma - Nursing
Narh-Bita College
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