Josephine Amoah
Kumasi
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant with 5 years experience in nursing, bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Assistant
Christian Health Association of Ghana
09.2021 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Ensured continuity of care through effective handover communication between shifts, detailing critical information about each patient''s current status, recent changes in condition or treatment plans that may require special attention from incoming staff members taking over responsibility for their care upon arrival at work each day.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Improved patient care by assisting nurses with daily tasks and providing compassionate support to patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during times of stress or illness, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of potential health issues, enabling timely intervention from medical staff.
Nurse Assistant
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, KATH
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Recognized potential emergencies quickly, implementing appropriate interventions under the guidance of supervising nurses or physicians while awaiting further assistance from emergency response services if needed.
- Assisted in wound care management, following established procedures to minimize risk of infection and promote proper healing.
- Contributed to infection control efforts through strict adherence to hygiene protocols and diligent cleaning practices.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Educated patients on proper post-discharge care instructions, promoting long-term health outcomes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Premiere Nurses Training College
Kumasi, Ghana11.2018
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Infection Control
- Information Collection
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Healthcare ethics
- Cultural competence
- Physician order transcription
- Call light response
- Clinical skills
- Nasogastric tube insertion
Timeline
Nurse Assistant
Christian Health Association of Ghana
09.2021 - Current
Nurse Assistant
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, KATH
02.2019 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Premiere Nurses Training College
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