Accomplished Registered Nurse from Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, a 2000-bed capacity quaternary hospital, excelling in patient care and clinical judgment. Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives and enhancing patient satisfaction . Proficient in medication administration and compassionate patient advocacy, With good leverage of clinical skills and empathy to deliver superior healthcare outcomes.
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered General Nurse
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Guggisberg Avenue, Korle Bu. Accra, Ghana
08.2019 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Worked for 40 hours a week.
Worked as the Nurse in-charge at every shift and supervised 4 - 6 nursing staff members on duty.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Managed quality care for patients stroke, acute kidney injury and end-stage renal disease.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Science (Paraclinical Science)
University of Ghana Medical School
Korle Bu Campus, Korle Bu. Accra , Ghana.
07.2023
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
University of Ghana, Legon.
Legon, Accra. Ghana
05.2016
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Documentation and Charting
Patient and Family education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Physical assessments
Patient Discharge
Lab result interpretation
Team Coordination
Admission and discharge of patient
Emergency Response
Medical assessment
Patient Counseling
Fluent in English
Use of Hemodialysis machines
Healthcare IT system use
Call triaging
Home Health Care
Additional Information
Referees
Mrs. Bernice Aku Mensah
Chief Nursing Officer,
Department of Medicine and Therapeutics,
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
Email: mensah.aku.bernice@gmail.com
Contact: +233244581574
Ms Lauretta Dede Lartey
Principal Nursing Officer,
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
Email: lartlaurette@gmail.com
Contact: +233542331975
Timeline
Registered General Nurse
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Science (Paraclinical Science)
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