Faustina Awuni Abanga
Koforidua
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Community Health Nurse
Ghana Health Service
Kpassa
04.2021 - Current
- Strengthened relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of care for community members.
- Conducted community health assessments to identify areas for targeted intervention and improvement initiatives.
- Managed immunisation campaigns, ensuring timely vaccination coverage for eligible individuals in the community.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within clinical settings, enhancing the overall quality of care provided to patients in the community setting.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organisations and agencies to promote community health.
- To foster positive relationships between patients and their families by providing education and support.
- I attended educational workshops to maintain my current competency and licensure in the nursing specialty.
- Conducted an individualised patient assessment to report the patient's immediate condition or needs to the care team leader.
- Educated family members and carers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Lead teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritising standards of care and best practices.
- To serve as a resource for healthcare providers on topics related to community health nursing practice standards and guidelines.
- Advocate on behalf of underserved communities by engaging in policy discussions at the local, state, and federal levels.
- To utilise expertise in community health nursing to promote the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
- To use leadership skills to mentor and guide new nurses in the field of community health nursing.
Education
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Community Health Nurses Training College
Navrongo, Ghana 08.2018
Skills
- Health Promotion Services
- Administration of vaccination
- Public health advocacy and initiatives
- Breastfeeding support
- Immunization Administration
- Health Education
- Community Education
- Home visits to meet patient and family health needs and promote wellness
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Preventive Healthcare
- Diet and Nutrition counselling
- Family Planning services
- Wound care
- Mental health support
Timeline
Senior Community Health Nurse
Ghana Health Service
04.2021 - Current
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Community Health Nurses Training College