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Work History
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ERNESTINA KOIBA AGYARE

NURSE/ HEALTH TUTOR
KUMASI

Summary

A studious health tutor with over 9 years of extensive experience in the teaching and learning field. Have a top-up skills in practical demonstration of nursing skills and bedside client management, analytical problem solver and a critical thinker with remarkable decision-making and multi-tasking abilities. Dedicated to improving healthcare operations through proactive management of services and teams.

. Detail-oriented, hardworking and knowledgeable leader with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrator – Ezra Health Services

Woyonkoda Ne Woda Nursing Home Care
12.2020 - Current
  • Delivers business strategy and develops systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
  • Establish activities of clinicians and nurses in delivering medical and nursing home –based care to clients
  • Coordinate activities of Care assistants in Living -in services.
  • Manages over 50 customer call per day.

Nurse Manager

A1 Hospital Ltd
09.2017 - Current
  • Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
  • Coordinates and implements in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols
  • Manages 100 bed capacity facility and nursing activities by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols
  • Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering team-oriented environment among nursing staff
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff

Principal Health Tutor

Ministry of Health - Nursing and Midwifery Training College
12.2014 - Current
  • Participates in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
  • External examiner for Nursing and Midwifery Council for Ghana
  • Preparation of nurse trainees for internal and external examination (practicals and theory)
  • Mentoring of new tutors
  • Prepare lesson plan for assigned courses
  • Prepare examination questions and marking scheme
  • Supervise students at clinical sites
  • Improved student understanding of health concepts by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lessons
  • Provided individualized support to students, effectively addressing their unique learning needs and improving overall comprehension

Part-Time lecturer in Nursing Skills

Optometry Department, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
07.2020 - 06.2021
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Trained 200 students to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction to promote achievement of course objectives
  • Directly cared for patients at least 150 hours each month to maintain currency on clinical techniques
  • Wrote grant proposals to procure external research funding, successfully

Senior Staff Nurse

Mamponteng Government Hospital
12.2008 - 12.2013
  • Charge Nurse
  • Adolescent care
  • Suturing and suture removal
  • Wound dressing
  • Supervision of junior nurses and auxiliary staff
  • Assisting with all other administrative duties assigned.
  • Increased graduation rates by implementing innovative teaching methods and consistently monitoring student progress
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to enhance their skills and knowledge
  • Organized guest lectures from industry professionals to expose students to current trends in the field of nursing

Staff Nurse

Methodist Hospital
06.2006 - 12.2008
  • Responsible for basic care of 50 bed unit facility
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
  • Promoted culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
  • Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
  • Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
  • Acted as patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
  • Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Nursing

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast
12.2024

Master of Science - Health Services Planning & Management

School of Public Health, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
02.2021

Bachelor of Education - Health Science Education

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
05.2014

Diploma (Top-Up) Registered General Nursing - General Nursing

University of Ghana
Legon, Accra, Ghana
06.2009

Registered General Nursing - Nursing

Presbyterian Nursing & Midwifery Training College
Agogo, Ashanti Akim
03.2006

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination - General Science

Achimota School
Achimota, Accra
12.2000

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication
  • Effective leader
  • Training and Development expect
  • Computer Literate (MS word, power point and excel)

Affiliations

  • Active member of Nursing & Midwifery Council, Ghana
  • Member of Health Educators Group

References

  • Mrs Victoria De-Graft Adjei, Head, Conselling Center, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana, vdegraftadjei@yahoo.com, +233244263984
  • Mr. Dacosta Awuah Aboagye, Administrator, A1 Hospital Ltd, Santasi-Anyinam, Kumasi, Ghana, +233246112637
  • Mrs. Evelyn Tuffour, Vice Principal, Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Mampong, Ashanti, Ghana, +233203915888

Timeline

Administrator – Ezra Health Services

Woyonkoda Ne Woda Nursing Home Care
12.2020 - Current

Part-Time lecturer in Nursing Skills

Optometry Department, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
07.2020 - 06.2021

Nurse Manager

A1 Hospital Ltd
09.2017 - Current

Principal Health Tutor

Ministry of Health - Nursing and Midwifery Training College
12.2014 - Current

Senior Staff Nurse

Mamponteng Government Hospital
12.2008 - 12.2013

Staff Nurse

Methodist Hospital
06.2006 - 12.2008

Bachelor of Science - General Nursing

University of Cape Coast

Master of Science - Health Services Planning & Management

School of Public Health, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Bachelor of Education - Health Science Education

University of Cape Coast

Diploma (Top-Up) Registered General Nursing - General Nursing

University of Ghana

Registered General Nursing - Nursing

Presbyterian Nursing & Midwifery Training College

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination - General Science

Achimota School

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