Doris Mensah
Elmina
Summary
Dynamic midwife with extensive experience at Ghana Health Service, excelling in maternal health education and patient monitoring. Proven ability to develop tailored care plans and advocate for women's health rights, enhancing community outreach. Skilled in effective communication and newborn care practices, ensuring safety and comfort during deliveries.
Overview
2
2
Languages
24
24
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Midwife
Ghana Health Service
Assin Manso
02.2021 - Current
- Assisted pregnant women during prenatal and postnatal care sessions.
- Provided education on maternal health and infant care practices.
- Monitored vital signs and health status of mothers and newborns.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create comprehensive care plans.
- Conducted deliveries while ensuring safety and comfort for mothers.
- Counseled families on breastfeeding techniques and newborn care essentials.
- Maintained accurate medical records for patient assessments and treatments.
- Advocated for women's health rights in community outreach programs.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
National service personnel
Kwadaso SDA Hospital
Kumasi
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Community Health Nurse
Ghana Health Service
Assin Manso
03.2010 - 08.2020
- Provided health education to communities on disease prevention and wellness.
- Conducted health assessments and screenings for various populations.
- Collaborated with local organizations to promote health initiatives and outreach programs.
- Developed and implemented care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated families on nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices for improved well-being.
- Assisted in coordinating immunization campaigns to enhance community health coverage.
Education
High School Diploma - Nursing Midwifery
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Jachie Pramso, Kumasi 10.2017 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Presbyterian University, Ghana
Asante Akyem Agogo, Ghana 09.2023 - 08.2025
Certificate - Community Health Nursing
Fomena Community Health Nursing Training School
Adansi Fomena, Ghana 05.2007 - 09.2009
Basic Certificate - General Studies
Bantama Methodist JHS
09.1992 - 04.2001
Wassce Certificate - General Arts
Adventist Senior High School
09.2002 - 04.2005
Skills
- Maternal health education
- Health assessments
- Care plan development
- Patient monitoring
- Community outreach
- Effective communication
- Newborn care practices
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Twi
First Language
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Presbyterian University, Ghana
09.2023 - 08.2025
Midwife
Ghana Health Service
02.2021 - Current
National service personnel
Kwadaso SDA Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2021
High School Diploma - Nursing Midwifery
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
10.2017 - 06.2026
Community Health Nurse
Ghana Health Service
03.2010 - 08.2020
Certificate - Community Health Nursing
Fomena Community Health Nursing Training School
05.2007 - 09.2009
Wassce Certificate - General Arts
Adventist Senior High School
09.2002 - 04.2005
Basic Certificate - General Studies
Bantama Methodist JHS
09.1992 - 04.2001