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
12.2020 - 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
11.2017 - 10.2019
- 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
06.2011 - 12.2011
- 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, Ghana12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana05-2016
Higher National Diploma - Marketing
Cape Coast Polytechnic
Cape Coast, Ghana06-2011
High School Diploma -
University Practice Secondary School
Cape Coast, Ghana06-2007
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
12.2020 - Current
Voluntary Carer
Gredox Care and Nursing Home
11.2017 - 10.2019
Care Assistant Volunteer
Aged Clinic
06.2011 - 12.2011
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
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