KWARTENG YEBOAH
KUMASI
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Registered Nurse supervising at-risk patients and assessing outcomes of interventions to eliminate suicide risk. Maintained nonjudgmental and supportive stance in relating to patient and family concerns. Strong knowledge of state laws, including civil commitments, patient rights, seclusion and advance directives for mental health treatment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Bibiani Municipal Hospital
BIBIANI,
08.2017 - 12.2023
- Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' physical and mental health conditions to determine nursing care needs.
- Provided individualized patient-centered care plans that addressed the psychological and social needs of each patient.
- Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for mental health disorders.
- Conducted intake assessments to evaluate the severity of mental illness or emotional disturbances.
- Administered medications prescribed by a psychiatrist according to established protocols.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis and available treatment options including psychotherapy or medication regimens.
- Counseled patients individually and in group settings on topics such as stress management, anger control, substance abuse prevention, and self-improvement strategies.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources such as housing assistance programs or employment opportunities for discharged patients.
- Supervised activities of daily living such as eating meals, bathing, dressing appropriately, managing money responsibly., for hospitalized psychiatric patients.
- Maintained detailed records regarding patient progress notes, interventions provided and results achieved over time periods specified by medical staff members or regulatory agencies.
- Encouraged family involvement in treatment processes through counseling sessions with both the patient and family members when applicable.
Rotation Nurse
Kumasi Regional Hospital
KUMASI
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocol
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Developed health promotion programs designed to educate the community about disease prevention strategies.
- Prepared detailed reports on patient progress which were presented at weekly staff meetings.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
Student Nurse
Cape Teaching Hospital, Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital
Cape Coast
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Educated patients on health promotion activities such as nutrition and exercise.
- Identified potential hazards associated with equipment use or medication administration.
- Assisted with discharge planning by helping arrange follow-up appointments or home health services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Ankaful Psychiatric Nurses Training College
Cape Coast, Ghana08-2011
Skills
- Unit Management and Leadership
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Records Maintenance
- Mental Health Counseling
- Clinical Documentation
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Behavioral Management
- Medication Administration
- Family Support
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Motivational Interviewing
- Vitals Monitoring
Certification
- Diploma in Mental health nursing
- Diploma in Bipolar disorder
- Diploma in quality health right
- Certificate in Mental health Gap
Reference;
Elijah Osei Boateng
Bibiani Municipal hospital
(Line Manager)
Telephone: +233246989417
Gideon Waadie
Kotoka Airport Clinic
(Nursing Manager)
Telephone: +233543784401
Languages
English
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Bibiani Municipal Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2023
Rotation Nurse
Kumasi Regional Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2016
Student Nurse
Cape Teaching Hospital, Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Ankaful Psychiatric Nurses Training College
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