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Maccarthy Doris Oforiwah

Kumasi

Summary

Accomplished Public Health Nurse with a proven track record at Ghana Health Service, enhancing community health through effective disease prevention and immunization campaigns. Expert in case management and adept at fostering inter-agency collaborations to improve mental health access. Achieved significant increases in vaccination rates, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and a commitment to patient advocacy. Established public health professional promoting several decades of expertise in nonprofit and public sector environments. Highly astute with compassionate personality. Background working with municipal public health organizations in investigative capacities.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Health Nurse

Ghana Health Service
11.2022 - Current
  • Educated the public on disease prevention strategies through community presentations, workshops, and written materials.
  • Reduced disease transmission through administering immunizations and providing education on infection prevention.
  • Increased vaccination rates within the community through targeted campaigns and educational outreach efforts.
  • Safely administered flu and pneumonia vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
  • Provided support during emergency situations by assisting with disaster response efforts and coordinating healthcare resources.
  • Wrote summaries, reports and other correspondence regarding community outreach efforts.
  • Improved access to mental health services by collaborating with schools, social service agencies, and other organizations to identify barriers and offer solutions.
  • Performed post-discharge follow-up and offered counseling services if available.

General Ward Nurse

Health Net Swan Medical Center
04.2018 - 10.2020
  • Ensured continuity of care during shift changes by providing detailed verbal reports on each assigned patient''s status during nursing handoffs.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when prioritizing patient care tasks, ensuring that the most critical needs were addressed first during busy shifts.
  • Advocated for patients'' best interests with all interactions among healthcare team members, fostering a collaborative approach to achieving optimal health outcomes for each individual under my care.
  • Maintained a safe environment for both patients and staff by adhering to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient care, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
  • Promoted patient engagement in their own care through effective education about medications, lifestyle modifications, and post-discharge follow-up requirements.
  • Contributed to successful discharge planning efforts by actively participating in case conferences and collaborating closely with social workers and other support services personnel.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall level of care provided within the general ward setting.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ho Nurses Training Colleg
Ho, Ghana
05.2017

Skills

  • Public Health
  • Immunization Administration
  • Disease Prevention
  • Case Management

Certification

Registered Nurse Assistant Preventive
(Community Health Nursing

Languages

English,French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Public Health Nurse

Ghana Health Service
11.2022 - Current

General Ward Nurse

Health Net Swan Medical Center
04.2018 - 10.2020

High School Diploma -

Ho Nurses Training Colleg

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