Josephine Frempomaa Amankwah
Koforidua
Summary
Highly skilled and dedicated Senior Nursing Officer with over8 years of experience in General Medicine and Surgery in different healthcare settings. Proven leadership capabilities, having held roles as both Assistant Ward in Charge and Main Ward in Charge. Seeking a nursing position in Canada to contribute clinical expertise and leadership to the healthcare sector.
Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than Number years of experience managing operations in patient-centric medical offices. Successfully oversee human resources, budgeting, supply management and patient services. Develop and lead productive and efficient office staff. Contribute to high-volume medical practices by providing exceptional customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ward In-Charge & Senior Nursing Officer
St Martin’s Catholic Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw daily workflow.
- Successfully advocated for and secured essential medical equipment
- Reduced mortality rate and increased overall survival rate
- Organized and managed nursing care on the ward, ensuring patient-centered and dignified treatment
- Conducted health promotion through patient education initiatives
- Ensured safety protocols adherence on the ward
- Provided mentorship and training to student nurses
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to implement comprehensive patient care plans.
- Applied evidence-based practices to advance patient safety and care quality.
- Implemented patient care protocols to boost recovery rates and minimize complications.
- Enhanced communication between nursing teams and management to streamline operations.
- Conducted performance evaluations to identify areas for staff development and training.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans to meet evolving healthcare demands.
- Evaluated departmental performance through regular audits, identifying areas for improvement and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on continual learning and growth.
- Served as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure the highest level of care and support during challenging medical situations.
- Enhanced staff performance through comprehensive training programs and continuous professional development opportunities.
- Provided guidance to staff on emergency guidelines to enable uninterrupted workflows during emergencies.
- Provided leadership and oversight to Number+ staff in Number-bed hospital, managing administrative functions such as staffing, staff performance management, and policy implementation and change management.
- Informed new patients about various departments and services.
- Reduced patient readmission rates by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create targeted care plans.
Eastern Regional Coordinator
Lovingheartgeriatric International
08.2018 - Current
- Coordinated regional operations, optimizing workflow and ensuring seamless communication across multiple teams.
- Organise free health screening for the rural communities within the region targeted population is the aged
- Serve as a liason for the stakeholders and the board member of the organisation
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful project execution within the region.
- Implemented best practices to boost productivity and enhance team morale.
- Established a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork and facilitated open communication among team members.
- Gathered and organized materials to support projects
Nurse Volunteer
DoctorsAct
07.2014 - Current
Nursing Officer
St Martin’s Catholic Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Oversaw admission, discharge, and transfer of patients within the hospital and other facilities
- Administered medications and provided direct bedside nursing
- Prioritized patient safety through rigorous protocols
Nursing Officer
The Community Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Oversaw admission, discharge, and transfer of patients within the hospital and other facilities
- Administered medications and provided direct bedside nursing
- Prioritized patient safety through rigorous protocols
Nursing Officer
Providence Medical Centre
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Oversaw admission, discharge, and transfer of patients within the hospital and other facilities
- Administered medications and provided direct bedside nursing
Rotation Nurse
Eastern Regional Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Prepared patients for surgeries and served as a scrub and circulating nurse in the operation theatre
- Worked in various intensive care units, including male, female, emergency, pediatric, and neonatal
- Monitored vital signs and provided care in specialized clinics
Education
B.Sc. - Nursing
Presbyterian University College
Agogo01.2015
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - undefined
Oyoko Methodist Senior High School
01.2011
Skills
- Self-motivated, versatile, trainable, and reliable
- Time management
- Team-driven
- Flexible
- Patient care
- Team coordination
- Health assessment
- Infection control
- Quality assurance
- Clinical supervision
- Patient safety
- Medication management
- Patient advocacy
- Clinical management
Certification
Registered General Nurse, Nursing and Midwifery Council, Ghana.2015
Additional Information
Safecare certificate of participation in quality improvement training.
Certificate of training in exceptional customer service.
Certificate of participation in covid-19 in ghana:prevention and health promotion.
Languages
English
Beginner (A1)
Akan
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Ward In-Charge & Senior Nursing Officer
St Martin’s Catholic Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Nursing Officer
St Martin’s Catholic Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Eastern Regional Coordinator
Lovingheartgeriatric International
08.2018 - Current
Nursing Officer
The Community Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Nursing Officer
Providence Medical Centre
01.2017 - 01.2018
Rotation Nurse
Eastern Regional Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
Nurse Volunteer
DoctorsAct
07.2014 - Current
B.Sc. - Nursing
Presbyterian University College
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - undefined
Oyoko Methodist Senior High School
Registered General Nurse, Nursing and Midwifery Council, Ghana.2015
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