Esther Asabea Mante
Nkawei
Summary
A dedicated, compassionate and competent health care provider with3 years of experience and expertise in child/neonatal, diabetic/hypertensive and psychiatric clinics as well as community care. Confident in providing personal care to adults, children and the aged. Reliable team leader with excellent leadership skills. Ability to monitor and record vital signs and observation. Takes pride in ensuring safety and wellbeing of clients, upholding their dignity and privacy as well as providing empathy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant(Clinical)
Nyinahin District Hospital- Ghana Health Service
Nyinahin
09.2020 - Current
- General OPD consultations
- Involve in ward rounds, clinical meetings, mobidity/mortality meetings
- Offer primary care to patients with mental health problems and refer when appropriate
- Work with nurses at Emergency Unit to provide personal care to severely ill patients, checking and monitoring vital signs and providing patients with the education about their condition
- Patiently explain prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and family members.
- Clean, examine, and suture patients' wounds to promote optimum healing.
- Administer therapies and medications under direction of physician to reduce symptoms and treat underlying conditions.
- Prepare clinical notes and updates on each patient for review by primary physician.
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Monitor progress of patients over time through regular follow-up visits.
- Counsel patients about wellness activities including diet and exercise regimens; refer patients to specialists when necessary.
- Participate in the outreach community health activities and health education talks within the community
Physician Assistant (Clinical)
Frimpong Boateng Medical Center
Nkawie- Toase
10.2019 - 08.2024
- General OPD consultations
- Involved in ward rounds, clinical meetings, mobidity/mortality meetings
- Offered primary care to patients with mental health problems and referred when appropriate
- Provided diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
- Advised patients on end-of-life issues; provided emotional support during difficult times
- Answered patient call bells promptly and responded to requests for assistance with a positive attitude.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature and respiration rate.
- Kept detailed records of patients' medical histories and care plans.
- Educated families about proper care techniques for their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
Physician Assistant (Internship)
Afari Community Hospital
Afari
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Collected specimens for laboratory tests as requested by physicians.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises prescribed by a licensed therapist.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care was provided.
- Assisted patients with personal care by bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistantship (Clinical)
University of Health and Allied Sciences
Ho, Ghana06.2017
General Science - Science
Kumasi Girls’ Senior High School
Kumasi, Ghana07-2012
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Emotional resilience
- Mobility assistance
- Client confidentiality
- Documentation
- Medication coordination
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
References
Dr. John Banin
Emergency Medicine Specialist
jbanin15@gmail.com
+233 20 681 8588
Augustus Clinton Asiedu
Administrator
Frimpong Boateng Medical Center
augustus.asiedu@frimpongboatengmedicalcenter.com
+233200778838/+233322091640
Volunteer Experience
Frimpong Boateng COVID-19 Medical Center, 2020-07-2020-08- Worked together with other health professionals to provide care to patients at the center
School Health programme- Nyinahin District Hospital - Involved in health education and screening for high school students
Home care- I took care of my late Father when he was severely ill. I assisted him in his personal care such as bathing, feeding and changing of diapers.
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Physician Assistant(Clinical)
Nyinahin District Hospital- Ghana Health Service
09.2020 - Current
Physician Assistant (Clinical)
Frimpong Boateng Medical Center
10.2019 - 08.2024
Physician Assistant (Internship)
Afari Community Hospital
11.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistantship (Clinical)
University of Health and Allied Sciences
General Science - Science
Kumasi Girls’ Senior High School