Hikima Sumaila
Ada Foah
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Officer with a proven track record at Ada Health Centre, enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and effective care planning. Expert in patient assessment and infection prevention, I excel in team collaboration and patient education, significantly improving recovery times. My strong interpersonal skills foster a supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Officer
Ada Health Centre
Ada Foah
04.2023 - Current
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and updating protocols.
- Provided high-quality patient education on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering patients in their own healthcare decisions.
- Managed medication administration accurately and safely, reducing the risk of adverse drug events among patients.
- Mentored new nursing staff members through orientation and training programs, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Designed and implemented standards of care for nursing and patient care.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.
- Enhanced team collaboration through effective communication and interdisciplinary meetings, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs, promoting faster recovery times.
Registered Nurse
Ada East District Hospital
Ada Foah
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Patient Care: Providing direct care to patients, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Assessment: Conducting patient assessments, including physical exams and health history reviews, to develop care plans.
- Medication Management: Administering medications and maintaining accurate records of drug administration.
- Collaborative Care: Working with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors and therapists, to coordinate patient care.
- Documentation: Maintaining detailed patient records and charts, documenting changes in condition and treatments.
- Education: Educating patients and their families about their conditions, treatments, and aftercare.
- Support: Offering emotional support to patients and their families before, during and after treatment
Clinical Nurse Assistant
Ada Health Centre
Ada Foah, Ghana
06.2014 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient delivery of quality patient care services.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in performing blood draws and administering medications.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, promoting independence and overall wellbeing.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge instructions and follow-up support.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Wisconsin International University College, Ghana
Accra, Ghana11.2021
Certicate - Nursing Assistance
Nursing And Midwifery Training College. Teshie
Accra, Ghana03.2013
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Infection prevention
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Performing blood draw
- Cannulation
- Wound dressing and performing minor suturing
- Care Planning
Certification
- Leadership and management in Health (University of Washington, USA)
- Seminar on clinical nursing techniques for African countries ( Chengdu, China)
- Certificate of International Healthcare Administration
- Certificate of Advanced Dementia care
Timeline
Nursing Officer
Ada Health Centre
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ada East District Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2022
Clinical Nurse Assistant
Ada Health Centre
06.2014 - 11.2022
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Wisconsin International University College, Ghana
Certicate - Nursing Assistance
Nursing And Midwifery Training College. Teshie