Dorothy Adwapa Frimpong
Kumasi
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at KNUST Hospital, excelling in patient condition monitoring and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support. Skilled in utilizing patient data management systems, ensuring safe environments, and promoting healing through compassionate care. Committed to continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
National Service ( Nurse)
KNUST Hospital
Kumasi
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Student Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored response to medications.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Reviewed medical records and summarized care.
- Observed and reported on independent medical evaluations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Student Nurse
Tafo Government Hospital
Kumasi
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill patients.
- Monitored patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
Student Nurse
Kwadaso SDA Hospital
Kumasi
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Performed glucose testing and administered insulin under supervision.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
Student Nurse
Tafo Government Hospital
Kumasi
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored response to medications.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Bachelor of science - nursing
GARDEN CITY UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Kenyase, Kumasi, Ghana07.2022
Senior High School -
ST LOUIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Oduom, Kumasi, Ghana04.2017
Skills
- Nursing Assessment
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Wound Dressing
- Surgical Preparation
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Medication Administration
- Patient Health Information Access
- Diet and Nutrition
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Infection Control Program Advisory
- Direct Patient Care
- Writing skills
- Proficient IT skills
References
Available upon request
Certification
- CPR
- FIRST AID
- BLS
Languages
English
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
National Service ( Nurse)
KNUST Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Student Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2021
Student Nurse
Tafo Government Hospital
12.2019 - 01.2020
Student Nurse
Kwadaso SDA Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2019
Student Nurse
Tafo Government Hospital
11.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of science - nursing
GARDEN CITY UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Senior High School -
ST LOUIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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