JACINTA OPOKU
KUMASI
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Midwife with a Diploma in Midwifery from Kwadaso Nursing and Midwifery College. Skilled in antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal, and newborn care, with hands-on experience from clinical rotations at Legon Hospital (Accra) and current National Service at Bremang SDA Hospital (Kumasi). Adept at supporting safe deliveries, providing maternal health education, and delivering domiciliary care through home visits and community outreach. Recognized for strong teamwork, patient-centered care, and commitment to improving maternal and child health outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Midwife(National Service Personnel)
BERMANG SDA HOSPITAL
KUMASI
06.2025 - Current
- Provide antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to mothers and newborns, ensuring safe delivery practices.
- Assist in conducting normal deliveries and support senior midwives during obstetric emergencies.
- Monitor vital signs of mothers and infants, promptly identifying and reporting complications.
- Deliver health education on nutrition, breastfeeding, family planning, and newborn care to mothers and families.
- Maintain accurate medical records and support effective patient management in the maternity unit.
Midwifery Domiciliary Practice
BREMANG SDA HOSPITAL
KUMASI
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Conducted home visits to provide postnatal care and monitor mothers’ recovery after delivery.
- Performed newborn assessments, including checking weight, feeding, cord care, and immunization follow-up.
- Offered family planning counseling and education on maternal nutrition, hygiene, and breastfeeding.
- Identified complications early and referred mothers/babies to hospital when necessary.
- Built strong community relationships by supporting safe motherhood practices at the household level.
Midwifery( clinical Internship)
PANTANG HOSPITAL
ACCRA
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted in patient intake processes and documentation management.
- Shadowed healthcare professionals to learn patient care techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies.
- Helped prepare patient rooms for incoming admissions and discharge processes.
Midwifery Clinical Internship
LEGON HOSPITAL
ACCRA
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted midwives and doctors in antenatal, labor, and postnatal units.
- Conducted patient assessments and supported safe deliveries under supervision.
- Gained hands-on experience in newborn care, immunization, and maternal health education.
- Observed and participated in emergency obstetric procedures, including management of complications.
- Maintained patient records and contributed to team-based maternity care.
Midwifery Clinical Internship
BREMANG SDA HOSPITAL
KUMASI
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted with patient intake and organized medical records for efficient access.
- Supported healthcare staff by preparing examination rooms and ensuring cleanliness.
- Observed patient interactions to learn effective communication and care techniques.
- Participated in training sessions to understand hospital protocols and procedures.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies to ensure availability for staff use.
Education
KUMASI WESLEY GIRLS
KUMASI, GHANADiploma In Midwifery - Midwifery
KWADASO NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COLLAGE
KUMASI , GHANA 09.2021 - 08.2024
Skills
- Antenatal Care
- Labour & Delivery Support
- Postnatal & Newborn Care
- Emergency Obstetrics Support
- Family Planning and Reproductive Health
- Community and Domiciliary Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Teamwork and Communication
Languages
English
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Ashanti Twi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Midwife(National Service Personnel)
BERMANG SDA HOSPITAL
06.2025 - Current
Midwifery Domiciliary Practice
BREMANG SDA HOSPITAL
01.2024 - 02.2024
Midwifery( clinical Internship)
PANTANG HOSPITAL
08.2023 - 10.2023
Midwifery Clinical Internship
LEGON HOSPITAL
03.2023 - 05.2023
Midwifery Clinical Internship
BREMANG SDA HOSPITAL
05.2022 - 07.2022
Diploma In Midwifery - Midwifery
KWADASO NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COLLAGE
09.2021 - 08.2024
KUMASI WESLEY GIRLS