ELLEN OWUSU
Kumasi
Summary
I am enthused to Seek for care giver job in your noble facility to care for vulnerable adult and to share my experience with other colleagues. A 5 years experienced senior nursing officer at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and 4 years part time care giver at DAYSMEDCARE home care company who accomplished my assigned responsibilities with little or no supervision. I am particularly skilled in taking care of the elderly suffering dementia and Parkinson’s diseases including those with different mental disabilities. I am capable of implementing nursing care plan for my client, a great team player all through my career, working harmoniously with other team members to achieve the set aims objective of the organization. In addition, I developed quality relationship with patients and their relatives while maintaining a high level of professionalism in discharging of my duties.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Nursing Officer
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Responded to emergent situations such as code blue, code green and code STEMI, advising health teams on appropriate steps and collaborating with physicians to control patient acuity.
- Established effective communication channels between nurses, physicians, ancillary staff members, resulting in improved collaboration throughout the entire healthcare team.
- Provided guidance to staff on emergency guidelines to enable uninterrupted workflows during emergencies.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at reducing medication errors and promoting best practices within the nursing department.
- Promoted a culture of safety, resulting in reduced medical errors and increased patient satisfaction scores.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
Care Giver
Days Medcare
Kumasi
02.2020 - 06.2024
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
Rotational Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs, and PIC lines.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
Community Health Nurse
Ahenkro Health Center
Ahenkro
05.2009 - 05.2012
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Managed immunization clinics, ensuring timely administration of vaccinations and reducing the spread of communicable diseases.
- Provided therapeutic nursing interventions for individualized plan of care to patient.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialized services, ensuring timely access to needed care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
CPD Online College, UK
UK06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Perpetual Help Systems
Cavity, Philippines04.2016
No Degree - Nursing Assistance
Community Health Nursing Training School
Fomena, Ghana 05.2008
No Degree - Visual Arts
Kumasi Academy Secondary School
Kumasi, Ghana06.2002
Skills
- Care Planning
- Infection prevention
- Documentation accuracy
- Compassionate Care
- Health Promotion
- Patient Assessment
- Disease Prevention
- Patient Education
- Medication Dispensing
Additional Information
ENLGLISH PROFICIENCY
International English language Testing System (IELTS UKVI Academy) overall band score- 6.0 -November, 2023
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Senior Nursing Officer
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
08.2020 - 06.2024
Care Giver
Days Medcare
02.2020 - 06.2024
Rotational Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
05.2017 - 05.2018
Community Health Nurse
Ahenkro Health Center
05.2009 - 05.2012
No Degree - Nursing
CPD Online College, UK
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Perpetual Help Systems
No Degree - Nursing Assistance
Community Health Nursing Training School
No Degree - Visual Arts
Kumasi Academy Secondary School