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Education
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Online training
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BERNICE OWIREDU

Koforidua,Eastern Region

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic RN with 4 years of versatile experience spanning clinical and managerial roles in hospital and care home settings. Proficient in delivering holistic, patient-centered, and evidence-based care while excelling in high-pressure environments. Skilled in adult care, emergency response, and surgical specialties, with a proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage patient loads effectively. Recognized for fostering strong relationships with patients and families through compassionate communication and exceptional service. A proactive team player and goal-driven professional with a passion for continuous development and mentoring, committed to advancing medical expertise and optimizing patient outcomes. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service. Patient-oriented Nurse with over 3 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in adult care, accident, and emergency specialty

I aspire to establish a career that promotes medical expertise and delivers optimal patient care, positively impacting the healthcare team with established hospital policies, procedures, and protocols. Patient-oriented Nurse with four years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in adult care, emergency, and surgical care specialties.

A dedicated and compassionate Nurse with over 4 years of working experience in Hospital and Care home settings, taking up various roles at clinical and managerial levels and with a wide scope of theoretical

knowledge linked with practical skills, delivering quality, unique, holistic, patient-centered, evidence-based healthcare.

I am a forward thinker, goal-driven, swift at multitasking and working with great loads of patients, a team player, and a strong will for continuous professional development and mentorship. Talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules, and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical and social support strategies. Punctual individual enthusiastically handling activities of daily living and meals in home and institutional environments. Conscientious and attentive professional available to work any shift and holidays. Skilled in ambulation assistance and patient transportation. A Personal Nurse dedicated to offering comprehensive personal support, talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules, and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical, and social support strategies. Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients. Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering four years of expertise in providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene, and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill in anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Health and Safety Nurse

Maagrace Garments Industries Limited
01.2022 - Current
  • Analyzed data and prepared reports, providing insights and recommendations to management for continuous improvement
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive health and safety program, resulting in a 25% reduction in workplace injuries
  • Provided training and education to employees on health and safety procedures, resulting in a 90% compliance rate
  • Coordinated emergency response efforts, ensuring timely and effective response to incidents
  • Health promotion and education.

Senior Care Assistant

TLHHC Care Home
06.2023 - Current
  • Supported over 30 home residents with their care which includes getting dressed, bathing, and eating
  • Involvement with writing and reviewing residents' care plan
  • Providing information to family members regarding the care plan
  • Providing company: chatting and sharing news
  • Recording and reporting essential information in the resident's daily reports accurately and immediately( communication systems, care, and health monitoring, accident and incident reports)
  • Administering medication ( as detailed in their individual medication administration record)
  • Working with other health and social care professionals to provide holistic care
  • Giving feedback to health and social care professionals
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Delivered high-quality care to terminally ill patients in hospital facilities.
  • Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.

National Service Personnel

ST Joseph Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Admission of patients into the wards and orienting them to the ward, staff and other patients
  • Emergency nursing care to over 100 patients
  • Caring for patients using the approved nursing process by the Nursing and Midwifery Council and Hospital standards
  • Preoperative and postoperative management and care of over 50 patients
  • Collaborating with other interdisciplinary health workers to achieve care plan goals
  • Educating patients on their condition and medications on the adverse effects and side effects of medications.
  • Championed a customer-centric approach to service delivery, fostering strong relationships with clients and consistently exceeding their expectations.
  • Managed a team of service professionals to ensure timely and effective resolution of customer issues.

Health Intern

Ridge Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Provided emotional support to 65 patients and their families and ensured effective postoperative care
  • Accurately recorded over 300 patient vital signs, medical history, and medications to maintain office schedules
  • Engaged in outreach activities and fostered relationships with external partners.

Education

Diploma in Nursing -

St. Patrick Nursing And Midwifery Training Collage
Offinso, Ashanti Region
01.2020

West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate -

New Juaben Senior High School
Koforidua, Eastern Region
01.2016

Basic Education Certificate Examination - General Arts

New Juabeng Senior High School
Koforidua
01.2013

Skills

  • Patient Care and Clinical Expertise: Direct patient care, medication and IV administration, patient assessment, basic life support (BLS), and CPR certification
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective communication, active listening, patient education, compassionate care, and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Leadership and Teamwork: Team player, people management, program management, adaptability, and flexibility
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Strong clinical judgment, injury evaluation, critical thinking, attention to detail, and time management
  • Healthcare Technology and Administration: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), care plan implementation, and confidentiality practices
  • Health Promotion and Education: Individualized medical counseling, health promotion, employee health programs, and first aid administration
  • Emergency and Specialized Care: Emergency care, injury evaluation, and multitasking in high-pressure situations

Languages

English- Fluent
Twi- Native
French - Basic

Online training

  • Alison, 2022
  • Basic Communication Skill (Maagrace Training School), 2023
  • Perioperative Care Training (in service training)

References

  • Mr. Jesse Wiltod Kuntu Blankson, Finance and Operations Manager, Ethical Apparel Africa, 055 020 4480
  • Mr. Ernest Amponsah Agyei, Internal Auditor, Maagrace Garment Industries, 059 413 3993
  • Mrs. Henrietta Basoah, Snr. Nursing Officer, Saint Joseph Hospital, Koforidua, 024 230 3586

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefits

Timeline

Senior Care Assistant

TLHHC Care Home
06.2023 - Current

Health and Safety Nurse

Maagrace Garments Industries Limited
01.2022 - Current

National Service Personnel

ST Joseph Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022

Health Intern

Ridge Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2018

West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate -

New Juaben Senior High School

Diploma in Nursing -

St. Patrick Nursing And Midwifery Training Collage

Basic Education Certificate Examination - General Arts

New Juabeng Senior High School
BERNICE OWIREDU