Charity Yenmah, Kurug
Sunyani
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Staff Nurse
Ghana Health service
Sunyani
09.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care following established protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on best practices and protocols.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards consistently.
- Assessed and evaluated patient care needs, developed individualized care plans, and maintained accurate medical records.
- Monitored medication administration according to physician orders; ensured accuracy of dosage calculations prior to administering medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality of care for patients.
- Identified potential safety risks related to environment or equipment; initiated corrective actions as needed.
- Managed acute changes in patient status through rapid identification of problems and initiation of interventions.
- Participated in departmental meetings to discuss patient issues, concerns, goals; offered solutions when appropriate.
- Served as a preceptor for new employees providing guidance regarding facility policies and procedures.
- Developed strategies for improvement of nursing services; monitored outcomes for effectiveness.
- Maintained current knowledge of advances in healthcare technology and best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Performed advanced skills such as intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placement, as needed.
- Initiated corrective action plans when necessary to address identified problems or concerns within the unit or organization.
Staff Nurse
Ghana Health service
Sunyani
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Assessed patient needs and developed appropriate care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and provided critical support to physicians.
- Conducted routine health assessments and documented findings meticulously.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in care delivery.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures, and bandages.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Ghana
Legon-Accra02-2024
Diploma - Registered General Nursing
Bolgatanga Nurses Training College
Bolgatanga08-2017
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Infection control measures
- Critical care support
- Care coordination
- Health education
- Safety management
- Quality improvement
- Effective communication
- Care planning
- Patient admissions
- Shift planning
- Direct patient care
- Continuing education
- Geriatric care
- Clinical documentation
Affiliations
- Reading novels and watching sports news
Languages
English
First Language
Accomplishments
- First class honors BSc General Nursing
Certification
- First-class honors diploma in general nursing
- First Class Honors B.Sc. Nursing
Timeline
Senior Staff Nurse
Ghana Health service
09.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse
Ghana Health service
09.2020 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science -
University of Ghana
Diploma - Registered General Nursing
Bolgatanga Nurses Training College
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