Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Dorcas Grant-Essilfie

Tarkwa

Summary

A results-oriented person with over 10(ten) years professional experiences in the field of safety, care, management, and human resources. I have shown proven skills and expertise in risk management, care assistance, among others, with a strong written and verbal communications, observations, companionship and confidential skills with positive approach to problem solving.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Planning Manager

National Road Safety Authority
Tarkwa
2020.12 - Current
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures that comply with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Investigate accidents and incidents to determine the course, prevent future occurrences, and document and report incidents. Analyze data and recommend corrective actions.
  • Trained employees on safety procedures by organizing training programs to educate them on proper safety procedures, emergency response protocols, and use of safety equipment.
  • Plan, organize, train, educate, and sensitize the public, schools, and communities on road safety issues.
  • Mentored subordinates, enhancing their planning skills, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Voluntary Carer

Gredox Care and Nursing Home
Accra
2017.11 - 2019.10
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Communicated with doctors and monitored medications.

Care Assistant Volunteer

Aged Clinic
Cape Coast
2011.06 - 2011.12
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature and respiration rate.
  • Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted patient with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
  • Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.

Education

Certificate of Proficiency - Occupational Health And Safety Management

University of Mines And Technology
Tarkwa, Ghana
2021-12

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
2016-05

Higher National Diploma - Marketing

Cape Coast Polytechnic
Cape Coast, Ghana
2011-06

High School Diploma -

University Practice Secondary School
Cape Coast, Ghana
2007-06

Skills

  • Emergency First Aid handling
  • Empathy
  • Observation
  • Time Management
  • Patience
  • Confidential
  • Communication
  • CPR
  • Respect
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care
  • Diploma in Health Care Support
  • Diploma in Caregiving
  • Certificate Pediatric First Aid
  • Emergency First Aid at Work with Health and Safety Level 3
  • Certificate in CPR, AED, FIRST AID
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider

Languages

English
First Language

Accomplishments

  • ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER (ACLS PROVIDER)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Planning Manager

National Road Safety Authority
2020.12 - Current

Voluntary Carer

Gredox Care and Nursing Home
2017.11 - 2019.10

Care Assistant Volunteer

Aged Clinic
2011.06 - 2011.12

Certificate of Proficiency - Occupational Health And Safety Management

University of Mines And Technology

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Cape Coast

Higher National Diploma - Marketing

Cape Coast Polytechnic

High School Diploma -

University Practice Secondary School
  • Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care
  • Diploma in Health Care Support
  • Diploma in Caregiving
  • Certificate Pediatric First Aid
  • Emergency First Aid at Work with Health and Safety Level 3
  • Certificate in CPR, AED, FIRST AID
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider
Dorcas Grant-Essilfie