Barbara Afful-Baidoo
Ho
Summary
Adept Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Ho Teaching Hospital, showcasing expertise in medication and IV administration alongside exceptional patient education and counseling. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and a compassionate approach, significantly enhancing patient care and outcomes. Skilled in mentoring new staff and improving patient satisfaction through holistic care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ho Teaching Hospital
04.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Care Worker
Health Wise Support Center
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Ensured timely administration of medication, following strict protocols to maintain patient safety.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
- Managed clients'' personal hygiene routines including bathing, dressing, grooming tasks alongside maintaining a respectful demeanor.
- Fostered a safe, comfortable environment for patients by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
- Aided clients during transfers between beds, chairs or other positions ensuring proper body mechanics were utilized to prevent injuries.
Education
Diploma In Nursing - Nursing
Nursing Training College
Techiman-Krobo 09.2018
High School Certificate - General Arts
Akim Swedru Senior High School
Akim Swedru 04.2013
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Family Education
Certification
Basic Life Support
CPR, AED and First Aid
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ho Teaching Hospital
04.2021 - Current
Care Worker
Health Wise Support Center
04.2020 - 03.2021
Diploma In Nursing - Nursing
Nursing Training College
High School Certificate - General Arts
Akim Swedru Senior High School
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