Belinda Appiah Danquah
Kumasi
Summary
Dynamic Midwifery Officer with a proven track record at Siaw-Larbi Hospital Ltd, excelling in mentoring and strategic planning. Demonstrated ability to enhance team performance and operational efficiency through innovative training programs and effective communication. Skilled in data analysis and fostering teamwork, significantly improving intern skills and patient care outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Midwifery Officer and Interns Service Coordinator
Siaw-Larbi Hospital Ltd
Kumasi- Ghana
08.2024 - Current
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Supervise, tutor and guide student midwives the practical aspects of midwifery in the ward.
- Evaluate and grade performances of student midwives on internships
- Supervise subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities
- Enhance communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback
Rotational Midwife
Tafo Government Hospital
Kumasi-Ghana
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Taught prenatal classes to help educate expectant parents on labor stages and pain relief options
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
- Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
- Built strong rapport with patients through open communication channels that encouraged feedback and collaboration on care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
Teaching Support Assistant (Midwifery Lab)
University for Development Studies
Tamale-Ghana
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed Practical room behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported midwifery lab maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported midwifery lab activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Organized and maintained classroom resources, ensuring materials were readily available for lessons.
- Increased class participation by creating positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
Administrative Assistant
Siaw-Larbi Specialist Hospital Ltd
Kumasi-Ghana
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings and preparing crucial documents.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Midwifery - Midwifery
University For Development Studies
Tamale07.2022
Vocational Skills - Home Science/economics
Kumasi Wesley Girls’ High School
Kumasi-Ghana06.2015
Skills
- Work coordination
- Report writing
- Strategic planning
- Innovation and creativity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Data analysis
- Quantitative skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management abilities
- Skilled Researcher
- Tutoring and mentoring
Research
•Topic: Exploring factors affecting positive health outcomes of pregnant women in the Savelugu community, Tamale-Northern Region
• Topic: Assessing self medication practices among pregnant women in the Lamashegu Community.
•Topic: Factors: Exploring the major determinants of home delivery among women in the Dungu community, Tamale-Northen Region.
Field Work
UNIVERSITY FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
•Year 1: Third Trimester Field Practical Program-
Field Research- Community Assessment Kpalbe Community- Northern Region
• Year 2: Third Trimester Field Practical Program- Field Research- Community Assessment Tandegne-Brono Ahafo Region
•Year 3: Family Centered Maternity Care Study- Community Midwifery (Savelugu- Northern Region)
• Year 4: Final year Project work ( Dungu- Northern Region)
Voluntary outreach
Tamale Teaching Hospital:Health Screening, Health education
Tafo Government Hospital: Health education, Blood donation exercise, Health promotion
Siaw-Larbi Specialist Hospital Ltd; Health education, Breast cancer screening, Cervical cancer screening exercise.
Organizations
Union of Professional Nurses & Midwives Ghana(UPMN) : Member
Regional Nurses and Midwives Association Ashanti Region(RNMA): Member
References
References will be readily available upon request.
Timeline
Midwifery Officer and Interns Service Coordinator
Siaw-Larbi Hospital Ltd
08.2024 - Current
Rotational Midwife
Tafo Government Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
Teaching Support Assistant (Midwifery Lab)
University for Development Studies
01.2021 - 07.2022
Administrative Assistant
Siaw-Larbi Specialist Hospital Ltd
01.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor Of Science In Midwifery - Midwifery
University For Development Studies
Vocational Skills - Home Science/economics
Kumasi Wesley Girls’ High School