Josephine Nuamah Kwateng
Tema
Summary
A qualified midwife; who is self motivated, dynamic, dedicated and multi faceted; whose main objective is to work for the good and survival of humanity as demanded by my profession.
A young woman desirous and resilient in succeeding at all levels. An experienced team player, going the extra mile of taking tough decisions, performing tasks under pressure while meeting deadlines and saving lives.
Have a passion for new challenges in a very dynamic and competitive work environment. Detail- oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Midwifery Officer
Ghana Health Service (Tema General Hospital)
12.2019 - Current
- Attended to women with medical conditions in pregnancy, to ensure positive outcomes.
- Performed new born resuscitation. provided essential new born care and helped women take care of their babies
- Provided prenatal and post natal care by monitoring mother and baby health. identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
- Provided health education on pregnancy related topics to women and their families to inform and prepare for pregnancy , childbirth and newborn care.
- Screened women for cervical precancerous lesions and breast cancer for early detection and treatment.
- Implemented efficient triage systems and appointment scheduling protocols to ensure smooth running of clinical operations.
- Coordinated meetings and training sessions for OBGY department .
- Attended institutional refresher courses and personal development trainings to help improve my skills and knowledge.
- Conducted prenatal classes for expectant parents on topics such as birth preparedness , nutrition, rest and sleep and newborn care.
Staff Midwife
Ministry Of Health (Cape Coast Teaching Hospital )
06.2016 - 09.2019
- Attended to over 300 successful births, and care for both women and their babies after delivery.
- Planning and organizing outreach programs on cervical cancer prevention, screening and treatments.
- Maintained professional conduct in accordance with Nurses and Midwives council guidelines.
- Mentored student midwives and other health practitioners, during clinical rotations, raising the next generation of skilled practitioners in health care.
- Provided emotional and psychological counseling where appropriate.
- Consulted with physician in obstetrics emergencies to provide an overall best outcome.
- Modeled holistic care encompassing physiology, sociology, psychology of pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium.
- Supported expectant mothers through labor and delivery, ensuring a safe and comfortable birthing experience.
Registered Midwife
CHAG. (St Martin De Porres Catholic Hospital)
08.2014 - 08.2015
- National Service Rotation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Garden City University Colege
Kumasi. Ghana08.2022
Diploma in Midwifery - Midwifery
Nursing And Midwifery Training School. Sekondi.
Sekondi-Takoradi. Ghana03.2014
WASSCE Certificate - General Arts
Ahantaman Senior High School
Takoradi Ghana05.2008
Skills
- High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Breastfeeding support
- Maternal health education
- Antenatal screening
- Family planning advice
- Postpartum Care
- Infant resuscitation
- STD prevention and treatment
- Perineal suturing
- Postnatal depression support
- Gynecological Exams
- Twins and multiples care
Trainings
- Preeclampsia Scientific Symposium, APEC Ghana, May 2024
- New protocols for managing diabetes in pregnancy: Tema General Hospital Training unit, February 2024
- Cervical Cancer Prevention Training (Module 2): CCPTC, Bator, Ghana, September 2023
- Respectful Maternal Care and collaborative practice in nursing and midwifery: GRNA webinar, July 2023
- Making Every Baby Count Initiative (MEBCI 2.0) Kybele: February 2023
- Adult resuscitation and Oxygen therapy: Tema General Hospital Training unit, July 2022
- Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care: Tema Metro Sub BMC, November 2021
- COVID-19 prevention signs and symptoms, identification of cases: Tema General Hospital Training unit, June 2020
- Infection Prevention and Control, technique updates: Tema General Hospital Training unit, December 2019
- Making Every Baby Count Initiative (MEBCI 1.0): March 2017
- Cervical Cancer Prevention Training (Module 1): CCPTC, Bator, Ghana, December 2017
- Hospital Friendly Initiative: Systems for health, August 2016
- Emergency Obstetric Care: ENI Foundation, February 2015
Reference
Mrs Joana Ofori Boakye
Deputy Chief Nursing Officer
Head of Maternity
Tema General Hospital
0541148070
Dr Derrick Amoh
Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecology
HOD Obs and Gynae Department
Tema General Hospital
0509546311
Timeline
Midwifery Officer
Ghana Health Service (Tema General Hospital)
12.2019 - Current
Staff Midwife
Ministry Of Health (Cape Coast Teaching Hospital )
06.2016 - 09.2019
Registered Midwife
CHAG. (St Martin De Porres Catholic Hospital)
08.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Garden City University Colege
Diploma in Midwifery - Midwifery
Nursing And Midwifery Training School. Sekondi.
WASSCE Certificate - General Arts
Ahantaman Senior High School
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