Helen Korang
care assistant/midwife assistant
Accra,dansoman
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate care worker with over 5 years experience in providing high-quality support to residents in long-term care facilities. Skilled in delivering personalized care plans, assisting with daily living activities and fostering a positive, nurturing environment. Strong ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and healthcare professionals. Committed to promoting residents dignity, independence and overall wellbeing, while adhering to health and safety regulations. Proven track record of building trusting relationships and enhancing the quality of life for those in my care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Midwife
Trust Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through compassionate, culturally sensitive care practices.
- Conducted newborn assessments and provided immediate care, promoting healthy growth and development.
- Reduced risk of complications during labor by closely monitoring maternal vital signs and fetal heart rate patterns throughout the process.
- Consulted with physician when complications occurred to provide holistic health care.
- Provided emotional support to families experiencing pregnancy loss or complications, offering resources for grief counseling where appropriate.
- Performed assessment and evaluation of patient to create treatment plan.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care.
- Maintained professional conduct operating under midwifery and neonatal nursing care guidelines.
- Modeled holistic care encompassing physiology, sociology, psychology of pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium.
- Promoted evidence-based practice by staying current on research trends in midwifery and incorporating findings into daily work.
- Maintained a strong commitment to professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and continuing education courses in the field of midwifery.
- Mentored student midwives during clinical rotations, fostering the next generation of skilled practitioners in the field of midwifery.
- Provided breastfeeding support to new mothers, addressing concerns and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Managed medical equipment inventory for obstetric unit, ensuring availability of essential tools for safe and efficient care.
- Educated families on infant care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery strategies for improved outcomes.
- Assisted physicians in performing emergency procedures when necessary to ensure the safety of mother and baby.
- Supported expectant mothers through labor and delivery, ensuring a safe and comfortable birthing experience.
- Used special labor and delivery procedures, including episiotomy and forceps deliveries.
- Administered pain medication during deliveries to keep mothers comfortable and safe during delivery.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
Staff Midwife
Korlebu Teaching Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Conducted newborn assessments and provided immediate care, promoting healthy growth and development.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through compassionate, culturally sensitive care practices.
- Reduced risk of complications during labor by closely monitoring maternal vital signs and fetal heart rate patterns throughout the process.
- Consulted with physician when complications occurred to provide holistic health care.
- Provided emotional support to families experiencing pregnancy loss or complications, offering resources for grief counseling where appropriate.
- Performed assessment and evaluation of patient to create treatment plan.
- Maintained professional conduct operating under midwifery and neonatal nursing care guidelines.
- Modeled holistic care encompassing physiology, sociology, psychology of pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care.
- Maintained a strong commitment to professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and continuing education courses in the field of midwifery.
- Mentored student midwives during clinical rotations, fostering the next generation of skilled practitioners in the field of midwifery.
- Provided breastfeeding support to new mothers, addressing concerns and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Anticipated deviations of normal infant deliveries to safeguard patients and newborns.
- Conducted prenatal classes for expectant parents and families.
- Assisted physicians in performing emergency procedures when necessary to ensure the safety of mother and baby.
- Supported expectant mothers through labor and delivery, ensuring a safe and comfortable birthing experience.
- Promoted choices for care options, partnering with women and families to facilitate decisions about healthcare.
- Managed care of newborns comprehensively through home visits and clinic consultations.
Staff Nurse/Registered Midwife
Family Health Hospital
02.2021 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Assisted in vaginal delivery ob babies.
- Pre and post operative care for patients
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Clinical Midwife
Tafo Government Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Consistently maintained accurate medical records for each patient encounter, ensuring the timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Increased patient knowledge of available resources by actively referring them to appropriate community services and programs.
- Implemented effective pain management strategies for laboring women while respecting individual preferences for comfort measures during childbirth.
- Provided culturally sensitive care to diverse populations, ensuring all patients received optimal support throughout their pregnancy journey.
Voluntary Care Assistant
LA General Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Presbyterian Nursing /Midwifery Training Collage
Accra Ghana09.2018
High School Diploma -
Sekondi College
Takoradi Ghana03.2010
Skills
Physical examination
Respectful
Medication Administration
Wound Care
Home Health Care
Intake and discharge
Chronic Disease Management
Monitoring Vital Signs
Antenatal care
Intrapartum Care
Teamwork and Collaboration
Time Management
Certification
Diploma In Midwifery Certificate
Alison Certificate in Elderly and Caring for the Disabled
IELTS Certificate
Educate people on health online
I bring topics that are relevant to the individuals, discuss,educate and answer all questions to clarify all doubt to health conditions.
I also bring to the notice of the public when there is a silent spread of diseases and educate them on that.
I advertise health screen programs online.
Additional Information
REFRENCE
ODURO RACHAEL
Matron/ senior staff midwife
Family Health Hospital
+23343182823
nana7yaa@gmail.com
EUNICE MENSAH
Matron
Korlebu Teaching Hospital
+23344098622
LUCKY ACQUAH-BAIDOO
Senior Staff Nurse
Family Health Hospital
+23341577002
baidoolucky@gmail.com
LYDIA DARKO
Matron
LA General Hospital
+23379731083
generalijulee@gmail.com
DECLEARATION;
I declare that every information given is true and correct.
Affiliations
- Member of Ghana Registered Nursing and Midwifery Assosiation(GRNMA)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveWork from home optionCompany CulturePaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs4-day work weekFlexible work hours401k matchTimeline
Staff Midwife
Trust Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Staff Midwife
Korlebu Teaching Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Staff Nurse/Registered Midwife
Family Health Hospital
02.2021 - 07.2023
Clinical Midwife
Tafo Government Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
Voluntary Care Assistant
LA General Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Presbyterian Nursing /Midwifery Training Collage
High School Diploma -
Sekondi College
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