Irene Essuman
Kasoa
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Nursing Officer
St Gregory Catholic Hospital
2024.06 - Current
- Provided professional nursing care to acutely and chronically ill patients.
- Developed and maintained relationships with other healthcare professionals.
- Supervised the work of junior nurses and ensured that they were performing their duties correctly.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Created individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Performed routine physical assessments, including vital signs monitoring, height and weight measurements.
- Counseled patients on health-related topics such as diet, exercise, medications.
- Educated families about illness prevention techniques, medications side effects and treatments options.
- Administered prescribed medications according to established policies and procedures.
- Ensured all necessary documentation was completed accurately within required timelines.
- Attended continuing education programs designed to stay abreast of current trends in healthcare services.
Nursing Officer
St Gregory Catholic Hospital
2021.06 - 2024.05
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- 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.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
Senior Staff Nurse
St Gregory Catholic Hospital
2018.01 - 2020.12
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Facilitated patient discharges by coordinating with medical teams, social workers, case managers, and other support staff.
- Prevented infections through diligent adherence to infection control policies, including proper hand hygiene techniques and equipment sterilization procedures.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough documentation and adherence to medication administration protocols.
Staff Nurse
St Gregory Catholic Hospital
2015.01 - 2018.12
- 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.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ophthalmic Nursing
Ophthalmic Nursing School, Korle Bu
Accra2020-12
Associate of Science - Diploma in Registered General Nursing
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Sekondi2011-12
Senior Secondary School Certificate - General Arts
Nyakrom Secondary Technical School
Agona Nyakrom, Central 08.2005
Skills
- Clinical management
- Staff mentoring and coaching
- Staff Scheduling
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Medical Documentation
- Injury Prevention
- Quality Improvement
- Patient confidentiality
- Electronic Medical Records
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Clinical assessment
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Senior Nursing Officer
St Gregory Catholic Hospital
2024.06 - Current
Nursing Officer
St Gregory Catholic Hospital
2021.06 - 2024.05
Senior Staff Nurse
St Gregory Catholic Hospital
2018.01 - 2020.12
Staff Nurse
St Gregory Catholic Hospital
2015.01 - 2018.12
Bachelor of Science - Ophthalmic Nursing
Ophthalmic Nursing School, Korle Bu
Associate of Science - Diploma in Registered General Nursing
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Senior Secondary School Certificate - General Arts
Nyakrom Secondary Technical School
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