Derrick Abbey
Registered Community Nurse
New Abirem ,Eastern Region
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ghana health service
03.2020 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Public Health And Midwives Training College
Akim Oda 09.2019
Some College (No Degree) - General Arts
Sekondi College
Sekondi TarkoradiBasic School -
AfosuRoman Catholic School
Akim Afosu04.2011
Skills
- Unit Administration
- Medical Assessment
- Chronic Disease Management
- Emergency Response
- Mobility Assistance
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Chart Updating
- Healthcare Billing
- Wound Care
- Diabetes Management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Care Planning
- Case Management
- Infectious Disease Control
- Appointment Scheduling
- Patient Management
- Supply Restocking
- Health Care Consultation
- Data Collection
- Health and Wellness Expertise
- Flow Sheet Charting
- Coordinating Referrals
- Patient Assessment
- Medication and IV Administration
- Nursing Plan Development
- Documenting Vitals
- Emotional Awareness
- Culturally Sensitive
- Relationship Building
- Evaluations
- Birth Coaching
- Treatment Planning
- Disease Management Programs
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate STD Care and Counselor
- Intake and Discharge
- Fluent in English
- Medical Screening
- Newborn Education
- Patient Care
- Patient Counseling
- Postpartum Care
- Physical Assessments
References
- NAME: MR BOAZIZ AHULU
TITLE:AKIM ODA PUBLIC HEALTH AND MIDWIFES TRAINING COLLEGE
HEAD OF ACADEMICS
MOB: 233205214000
EMAIL: BOAZIZIAHULU@GMAIL.COM
- NAME:MR JONES ABEKAH BAAH
TITLE: PRINCIPAL AKIM ODA PUBLIC HEALTH AND MIDWIFE TRAINING COLLEGE,
MOB: 233244572319
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ghana health service
03.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Public Health And Midwives Training College
Some College (No Degree) - General Arts
Sekondi College
Basic School -
AfosuRoman Catholic School
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