Faustina Nunoo
Accra
Summary
Compassionate Midwifery Unit Manager, recognized for high productivity and efficiency in managing childbirth and prenatal care. Skilled in patient advocacy, advanced neonatal care, and labor support techniques. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to provide exceptional care and staff coordination.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Midwifery Unit Manager
Bono Regional Hospital
Sunyani
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the midwifery unit.
- Managed daily operations of midwifery services, including staffing, patient care, budgeting and scheduling.
- Provided leadership to staff members through mentoring, coaching and training.
- Worked closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Prepared presentations about midwifery services offered by the organization.
- Recognized emergent obstetric and neonatal conditions and initiated appropriate measures.
- Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to establish diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Represented the organization at community events focused on women's health issues.
- Organized regular meetings with staff to discuss changes in protocols and procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels for supplies used in the unit such as medications and equipment.
Senior Staff Midwife
Bono Regional Hospital
Sunyani
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted in the delivery of babies, including providing support to mothers during labor and birth.
- Provided antenatal education and counseling to pregnant women and their families.
- Provided emotional support to expecting parents before, during and after childbirth.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the maternity unit.
- Responded promptly to obstetric emergencies such as placental abruption or preterm labor.
- Initiated resuscitation procedures when needed in case of emergency or complications at birth.
- Educated healthcare staff on best practices for caring for newborns and their mothers.
- Administered medications according to doctor's orders while adhering to safety protocols.
- Performed episiotomies to support difficult births and sutured perineum.
- Counseled patients, spouses and family members after fetal or infant loss.
- Observed condition of fetus using ultrasound equipment and coordinated responses based on findings.
- Cared for and assisted mothers during labor process.
- Reviewed professional publications and studies to provide patients with latest care and treatment options.
- Examined newborn infants and treated conditions, such as and immediately.
- Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
- Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
- Recorded examination findings, health histories and significant observations in patient's chart.
- Consulted with and obtained orders from obstetricians for special care or diagnostic procedures.
- Introduced breathing and grounding techniques to support birthing process and increase overall comfort.
- Collaborated with community health programs to increase knowledge of available birthing methods and educate families.
- Closely monitored mother's health, comfort and emotional states before, during and after labor for births.
- Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
- Monitored fetal development by listening to fetal heartbeat, taking external uterine measurements and identifying fetal position.
Staff Midwife( Intern)
Bono Regional Hospital
Sunyani
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Organized and maintained patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Gathered medical history from expecting mothers prior to delivery.
- Performed post-delivery assessments on newborns including weight, length, head circumference measurements, Apgar scores.
- Administered medications as directed by midwife.
- Conducted follow-up visits after delivery to ensure proper healing of mother and baby's health status.
- Maintained patient records in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance on infant care such as bathing, changing diapers, swaddling .
- Responded quickly to any medical emergencies or complications that arose during labor or postpartum period.
- Ensured all equipment was properly sterilized between deliveries.
- Instructed parents on safe sleep positions for infants.
- Provided emergency healthcare for injured or sick babies and calmly directed parents to physicians when unable to provide care.
- Performed basic, non-invasive medical assistant duties.
- Escorted patients before and after surgical procedures.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to deliver and manage care in patient homes.
Senior Community Health Nurse
Bono Regional Hospital
Sunyani
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Provided individualized health counseling services to patients, including guidance on nutrition, exercise, hygiene and disease prevention.
- Developed and implemented health education programs for individuals and families to promote healthy lifestyles
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care was delivered in a timely manner.
- Counseled patients regarding lifestyle changes needed for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored immunization records and provided vaccinations as needed.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty care as needed based on assessment findings.
- Collaborated with public health departments to develop strategies for promoting healthy behaviors in the community.
- Assisted with development of educational materials related to community health topics.
- Advised clients on appropriate use of over-the-counter medications and supplements.
- Collaborated with local agencies to develop strategies for addressing public health issues within the community.
- Identified potential environmental hazards in communities that may adversely affect public health.
Community Health Nurse
Bono Regional Hospital
Sunyani
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Developed and implemented family planning programs to meet the needs of local communities.
- Created educational materials for families about the importance of family planning.
- Provided public health education on reproductive health, contraception, and sexually transmitted infections.
- Educated parents on appropriate parenting techniques and strategies for managing difficult behaviors exhibited by children.
- Developed relationships with clients based upon trustworthiness and respect while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Conducted assessments of client's physical, mental, emotional and social health needs.
- Educated public regarding community health resources in correctional facilities, community centers and churches.
- Ran hospital prevention and health promotion programs to increase awareness of health-related issues.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Midwifery
Goaso Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Goaso, Ghana11-2019
Diploma - Midwifery
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana08-2019
Certificate - Community Health Nursing
Community Health Nursing Training School
Tanoso, Ghana11-2012
WASSCE - General Arts
Gyamfi Kumanin Senior High School
Ghana06-2009
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Health Promotion
- Time Management
- Quality Improvement
- Prenatal care
- Postpartum Care
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Postpartum management
- Reliability
Certification
- Certificate of Registration as Registered Midwife issued by Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana(NMC)
- Certificate of Registration as Registered Community Heath Nurse issued by NMC
Workshops and Training
March ,2023-MEBCI 2.0
Labour and delivery module
Postnatal Care Module
Neonatal Resuscitation Program(NRP)
April , 2021
Preparation of Resuscitation of New Born Babies
Chest Compression for New Borns
Initial Steps for Newborn Care
February 2017
Exclusive Breastfeeding
Position and Attachment
April 2016
Lactation Management
Malaria Care Management
December, 2013
Neonatal Tuberculosis Training Program
REFERENCES
REGINA GYABAA
MIDWIFERY OFFICER
+233 246113148
gyabaar@yahoo.com
Bono Regional Hospital
DR. PAUL ADU-DOMFEH
OBSTETRICIAN/GYNAECOLOGIST
+233 545975991
drpdomfeh@gmail.com
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Bono Regional Hospital
Timeline
Midwifery Unit Manager
Bono Regional Hospital
12.2022 - 08.2024
Senior Staff Midwife
Bono Regional Hospital
02.2021 - 11.2022
Staff Midwife( Intern)
Bono Regional Hospital
03.2020 - 02.2021
Senior Community Health Nurse
Bono Regional Hospital
01.2015 - 08.2017
Community Health Nurse
Bono Regional Hospital
01.2015 - 08.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Midwifery
Goaso Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Diploma - Midwifery
University of Cape Coast
Certificate - Community Health Nursing
Community Health Nursing Training School
WASSCE - General Arts
Gyamfi Kumanin Senior High School
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