GODFRED APPIAH
Kumasi
Summary
Compassionate and results-oriented Community Health Nurse with 4 years of experience leading public health programs in underserved areas. Proven ability to design and implement disease prevention initiatives, enhance patient access to care, and conduct comprehensive health assessments, resulting in a 30% increase in vaccination rates within a target community. Dedicated to improving community health outcomes through patient education, advocacy, and collaborative efforts with local agencies and families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Community Health Nurse
Public Health Department( Child Welfare Clinic), Suntreso Government Hospital, Kumasi
05.2023 - Current
- Implemented techniques to maintain accurate patient records, leading to a 50% reduction in documentation errors.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance maternal and child health services and improve community outreach.
- Conducted a thorough assessment of defaulters, which led to a 15% increase in Measles 2 immunisation coverage.
- Implemented immunisation programs led to a 45% increase in vaccine coverage.
- Developed and delivered a series of health education workshops on disease prevention and management, resulting in a 30% reduction in childhood obesity rates.
Community Health Nurse
Public Health Department, Maternal and Child Health Hospital (MCHH), Kumasi
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Launched an extensive sexual education initiative that reduced teenage pregnancy rates by 50%.
- Established health services in schools for 100 young people, resulting in a 35% reduction in STI rates.
- Provided health education and promoted prenatal care to pregnant women led to the reduction of maternal mortality rates by 45%.
- Delivered professional assistance that empowered the client to make an informed decision, leading to a 20% enhancement in the monthly report and less anxiety and misconceptions.
Registered Nurse
Part Time: Oak Specialist Hospital
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Achieved 98% accuracy rate in medication administration, surpassing the departments benchmark and contributed in a 15% decrease in medication-related errors.
- Maintained a clean and organized patient environment, adhering to all sanitation guidelines led to a 25% decrease in infections,
- Assisted with complex procedures under the guidance of experienced nursing staff led to a 15% reduction in adverse patient outcomes,
Undergraduate Intern
General Ward, Anglo Gold Ashanti Health Foundation (AGAHF)
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Community Health Nursing
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Adansi-Fomena Skills
- Person-centredness
- Goal oriented
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Interpersonal relationship
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Empathetic
- Resilience
- People management
OTHER SKILLS
- Care planning
- Administration of vaccines
- Cultural Competency and Advocacy
- Health promotion and education
Affiliations
- Member, Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwifes Association( GRNMA)
- Member, Community Health Nurses Association Ghana (COHNAG)
- Member, School Health Service Management Committee (SHSMC)
- Member, Community Health Management Committee (CHMC)
Accomplishments
- Initiated and directed a community health program that provides free medical consultations and services to more than 200 elderly and adults.
- Collaborated with community health management committee in the development of Diabetes Management Program (DMP)
- Located and listed people who was in close proximity to someone with COVID-19.
- Supervised the activities of contact tracing personnel to ensure their work was effective.
AWARDS
Awarded as best Community Health Nurse in Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly 2024
Volunteering experiences and community Services
Team Leader, Covid-19 Contact Tracing Team July 2020 - Jan 2021
Obuasi Municipal Assembly
Additional Information
- Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition Training (CMAM) 2022
- Cardiovascular Disease Training 2022
- Gender Competency for Family Providers 2023
- Novel Oral Polio Vaccine Training 2023
- Maternal and Child Health Training 2023
- Chronic Diseases Management Training 2024
- Chlorhexidine and Umbilical Cord Care Training 2024
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Ghanaian Language (Akan)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Beginner (A1)
References
1. Mrs. Felicia Maame E.Eduah
Public Health Officer (PHO) // Suntreso Government Hospital //email: fmeeduah@gmail.com
Relationship - Work Supervisor
Contact: 233 247250678
2. Eshun Justice Valentine
Human Resources Manager ( HRM) // Suntreso Government Hospital//
Relationship-Work Supervisor
Contact: 233 542024090
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkPart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteTimeline
Senior Community Health Nurse
Public Health Department( Child Welfare Clinic), Suntreso Government Hospital, Kumasi
05.2023 - Current
Community Health Nurse
Public Health Department, Maternal and Child Health Hospital (MCHH), Kumasi
04.2021 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Part Time: Oak Specialist Hospital
02.2019 - 03.2021
Undergraduate Intern
General Ward, Anglo Gold Ashanti Health Foundation (AGAHF)
07.2017 - 06.2018
Graduate Certificate - Community Health Nursing
Nursing And Midwifery Training College