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Firdaus Mensah

Weija-Gbawe Municipal Hospital
Accra
1
Language
1
Certification
1
year of professional experience

Compassionate public health registered nurse with experience in patient assessments and community health initiatives. Known for collaborative teamwork and success in implementing public health interventions that enhance community wellness and reduce disease spread.

Work History

Public Health Registered Nurse

1 Year 1 Month
Weija-Gbawe Municipal Hospital | 05.2025 - 06.2026
  • Conducted patient assessments and collected health histories to inform treatment plans.
  • Administered medications and managed patient care in accordance with established protocols.
  • Educated patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for patients.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes to evaluate patient conditions effectively.
  • Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety within the hospital environment.
  • Assisted in developing community health initiatives aimed at improving public well-being.
  • Participated in quality improvement projects to enhance healthcare delivery processes.
  • Developed strong partnerships with local organizations to address social determinants affecting community wellness collaboratively.
  • Implemented surveillance systems that tracked emerging infectious diseases in real-time allowing prompt responses towards potential outbreaks.
  • Participated in community outreach events to promote awareness about preventive care measures and available healthcare services.
  • Conducted epidemiological investigations, identifying disease trends and implementing appropriate interventions.
  • Developed public health interventions for at-risk populations, reducing the spread of communicable diseases.
  • Presented findings from public health research studies at conferences or other professional gatherings, contributing to ongoing knowledge-sharing within the field.
  • Improved community health by conducting disease prevention and control programs.
  • Conducted home visits for high-risk pregnant women and new mothers, providing education and support for improved maternal and infant health.
  • Partnered with local schools to implement age-appropriate sexual education curricula, promoting healthy relationships and safe practices among students.
  • Facilitated community-based workshops on topics such as nutrition, mental health, and substance abuse prevention.
  • Prevented illness by education public on healthy practices to stop disease.
  • Visited homes to determine patient and family needs.

Education

High School Diploma

College of Community Health Nursing | Winneba | 09.2024

Diploma in Nursing – Registered Nurse. Relevant coursework included medical-surgical nursing, maternal and child health, community health nursing, mental health nursing, and clinical practice.

Skills

Nutrition counseling
Public speaking
Vaccine administration
Emergency preparedness
Case management
Healthcare collaboration
Substance abuse prevention
Chronic disease management
Maternal-child health
Community health assessment
Health equity promotion
Infection control practices
Compassionate
Relationship building
Patient assessments
Immunization administration
Safety protocols
Infection control
Health promotion
Client services
Client counseling
Program implementation
Risk management
Health inspections
Community outreach
Disease prevention
Child and adolescent health
Public education
Home-based service
Teamwork

Certification

Diploma in public health nursing

Additional Information

Registered Nurse with clinical experience gained through nursing training and national service at Weija-Gbawe Municipal Hospital. Experienced in providing patient-centred care, assisting with clinical procedures, maintaining accurate patient records, and working collaboratively with healthcare teams. Committed to safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing practice.

Languages

English
C1
Advanced

Timeline

Public Health Registered Nurse

Weija-Gbawe Municipal Hospital
05.2025 - 06.2026Read More

College of Community Health Nursing

High School Diploma
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Firdaus Mensah