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Bernice Sarpong Boakyewaa

Accra

Summary

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Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Ghana Health Service
Bawjiase
04.2021 - Current
  • Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning of bedridden patients.
  • Assisted with cleaning of rooms between patients; restocked supplies as needed.
  • Performed routine tests, such as blood glucose monitoring, height and weight measurements and vision screenings.
  • Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
  • Actively participated in team meetings discussing patient cases and best practices.
  • Collected specimens from patients according to established procedures.
  • Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
  • Organized medical records for patient care plans and ensured accuracy.
  • Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
  • Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
  • Transported patients to different locations within the facility or to appointments outside the facility.
  • Prepared beds and equipment for use by healthcare professionals.
  • Administered medications orally or topically as prescribed by physician.
  • Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Assisted with mobility exercises for immobile patients under direction of physical therapist or nurse.
  • Facilitated patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to nursing staff promptly.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.

Nurse Assistant

P.A Clinical
Accra
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Participated in team meetings with other healthcare professionals about individual patient plans of care.
  • Changed bed linens, cleaned patient rooms and assisted with transfers of patients in wheelchairs or beds as needed.
  • Assisted with admission, discharge and transfer procedures of patients according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Educated new hires on policies and procedures related to the nursing assistant role within the facility.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols such as handwashing techniques before touching any patient or equipment.
  • Assisted with administering medications under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
  • Organized paperwork related to patient records such as lab results or physician orders prior to filing it away.
  • Monitored all incoming supplies for expiration dates and restocked shelves when necessary.
  • Utilized appropriate body mechanics when lifting or transferring patients from one area to another.
  • Recorded observations on patient charts regarding activities of daily living, intake and output levels, vital signs.
  • Assisted nurses with daily patient care, including dressing wounds and providing hygiene assistance.
  • Performed vital signs checks such as blood pressure and temperature readings for patients.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis.
  • Ensured that medical equipment was properly maintained and functioning correctly.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Assisted residents with daily needs, personal hygiene, dressing, and facility transfers.
  • Delivered high level of care to every patient.
  • Used clinical skills to conduct lab draws, assess vital signs, complete glucose evaluations, and treat pre-and post-operation patients.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding, and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.

Education

Diploma - Registered Midwifery

Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Mampong - Ashanti
09-2018

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care assistance
  • Medication administration
  • Specimen collection
  • Electronic medical records
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Patient observation
  • Meal preparation
  • CPR/AED
  • Emergency response
  • Oral hygiene
  • Administering medications
  • First aid certification
  • CPR certification
  • Recording vital signs

Languages

English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Ghana Health Service
04.2021 - Current

Nurse Assistant

P.A Clinical
06.2020 - 05.2023

Diploma - Registered Midwifery

Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Bernice Sarpong Boakyewaa