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Gifty Baah- Opare

Accra

Summary

Distinguished Registered General Nurse with a proven track record at Ghana Health Services, enhancing patient outcomes through exceptional clinical judgment and compassionate communication. Expert in infection control and medication administration, I've significantly raised patient satisfaction scores. My dedication to ethical practice and problem-solving abilities ensures high-quality, empathetic care.

Overview

2021
2021
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered General Nurse

Ghana Health Services
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity during interactions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Promoted patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and implementing appropriate interventions.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the clinical setting to minimize the risk of cross-contamination and maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
  • Managed time effectively to prioritize patient needs while adhering to strict schedules for medication administration, treatments, and documentation.
  • Provided emotional support and counseling to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or treatment decisions, helping them navigate complex medical situations with grace and resilience.
  • Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of all patient encounters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating seamless information-sharing among healthcare providers.

Staff Nurse

Crown Medical Centre
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Central University
MIOTSO-Prampram
11.2024

Diploma - Nursing

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
08.2017

Diploma In Nursing - Nursing

Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Korle-Bu, Accra. Ghana
08.2017

WASSCE - General Science

Okuapemman Senior High School
Akropong- Akuapem
06.2013

BECE -

Mandela International School
Teshie- Nungua Estate
06.2009

Skills

  • Preoperative care
  • End-of-life care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Health promotion
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Ethical practice
  • Problem-solving
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Direct patient care
  • Effective communication
  • Decision-making
  • Dementia care
  • Monitoring vital signs
  • Electronic health records
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Clear patient communication
  • Wound care
  • Microsoft office
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control
  • Data entry clerk
  • Customer service

Certification

HIV continuous Professional Development Workshop

Years of experience

8years of working experience as at now

Additional Information

I am employed by the Ghana Health Service

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Akan
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Most recent professional position

Promoted to the senior staff nurse in 2023

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Crown Medical Centre
08.2019 - 08.2020

Registered General Nurse

Ghana Health Services

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Central University

Diploma - Nursing

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology

Diploma In Nursing - Nursing

Nursing And Midwifery Training College

WASSCE - General Science

Okuapemman Senior High School

BECE -

Mandela International School

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