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Emmanuel Appiah

Emmanuel Appiah

Akim Oda

Summary

Dedicated Staff Nurse with a proven track record at Ghana Health Service, excelling in patient education and direct patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction by 30% through compassionate, evidence-based practices. Expert in medication administration and fostering patient-family relationships, I champion health promotion and safety, mentoring staff towards excellence in community and home health care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse

Ghana Health Service
05.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.

Education

Diploma In Community Health Nursing - Nursing

College of Community Health Nursing
Winneba
09.2019

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Patient Safety
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Wound Care
  • Infection control measures
  • Medication Administration
  • Family Education
  • Disease Prevention
  • Vaccine administration
  • Health Promotion
  • Home Health Care
  • Community health
  • Documentation
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Infection Control
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Ghana Health Service
05.2022 - Current

Diploma In Community Health Nursing - Nursing

College of Community Health Nursing
Emmanuel Appiah