Eugene De-Graft Afful
Summary
Hardworking Staff Nurse, well-versed in primary care. Treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care. Performs in stressful and crisis situations and interprets and applies policies and procedures with good judgment. I am also Dedicated with clinical practicum experience and passion for delivering quality healthcare. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families. Offering caring bedside manner, patient-centric focus and expertise in discharge management. I am Resourceful with 3 years of experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. In-depth knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
The Salvation Army of Christ Urban Aid Hospital
Accra
04.2021 - Current
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Monitored patient vitals and managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
- Obtained and followed physician recommendations for both inpatient and outpatient care depending on diagnosed recovery process.
- Supervised and upheld cleanliness and sanitation in assigned areas.
- Arranged placement of new patient admissions and transfers according to clinical standards and guidelines.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Night Nurse
Ark Medical Centre
Accra
08.2020 - Current
- Monitored implementation of care plans for entire unit.
- Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
- Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
- Administered injections, medications and wound care according to needs.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Participated in continuing education programs such as The Continuous Development Platform to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
- Diagnosed and treated conditions through in-depth health screenings and analysis of patient histories.
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Diagnosed conditions through in-depth health screenings and analysis of patient histories.
Registered Nurse Intern
St Francis Xavier Hospital
Assin Foso
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Input notations and recorded activities performed in EHR software.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
- Lifted, ambulated and fed patients to deliver optimal care services.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Observed procedures during clinical rotations.
- Assisted medical team with procedures.
- Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
- Cared for patient caseload under direction of physician and nursing staff.
- Helped set up and conduct blood drives by collecting patient information, monitoring recovery and organizing paperwork.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
- Communicated diagnosis and prognosis updates to patients and family members.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Enhanced medical care by delivering compassionate emotional, physical and social support to facility residents.
- Backed up nursing staff by handling indirect patient care needs.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Cared for patients in assigned units in line with nursing process.
- Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications and documented adverse effects.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Registered General Nurse
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ashanti Region 09.2018
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Creative Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care Oversight
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Care Assessment
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Nursing Consultation
- Taking Vitals
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Patient Management
- Patient Care Planning
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Documenting Vitals
- Culturally Sensitive
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Staff Nurse
The Salvation Army of Christ Urban Aid Hospital
04.2021 - Current
Night Nurse
Ark Medical Centre
08.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse Intern
St Francis Xavier Hospital
04.2018 - 04.2019
Diploma in Nursing - Registered General Nurse
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology