Marcella Yayra Yawa Yaadar
Tema
Summary
Ostetrica professionale con esperienza in ambito ospedaliero e clinico, appassionata alla pratica ostetrica basata sull’evidenza e centrata sul paziente. Competente nell’assistenza alla gravidanza, parto e post-partum, con abilità comunicative e decisionali sviluppate. Aperta all'apprendimento continuo e al lavoro multidisciplinare.
Compassionate midwife with solid background in providing complete care during prenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal periods. Strengths include ability to educate expectant mothers on childbirth options, provide emotional support, and ensure the health of mother and baby. Known for fostering positive relationships with patients and colleagues, contributing to improved patient satisfaction scores in previous positions. Skills include fetal monitoring, lactation support, risk assessment, and emergency response.
Compassionate Midwife recognized for high productivity and efficiency in managing birthing processes. Possess specialized skills in prenatal care, labor and delivery support, and postnatal care. Excel in communication, empathy, and critical thinking, ensuring optimal outcomes for mothers and newborns. Committed to leveraging these soft skills to provide exceptional care and support to families during one of the most significant times of their lives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Midwife
Worawora government hospital
Worawora
01.2025 - Current
- Managed patient intake and registration processes efficiently.
- Coordinated daily operations among medical staff and departments.
- Oversaw inventory control and supply management for medical supplies.
- Assisted in patient care by preparing examination rooms and equipment.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation standards.
- Trained new staff on hospital policies and operational procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding appointment scheduling.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety protocols.
- Provided prenatal care to expectant mothers through regular check-ups and assessments.
- Assisted in labor and delivery, ensuring a safe environment for mothers and infants.
- Educated patients on childbirth options, breastfeeding, and newborn care techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored maternal health indicators and responded to any complications during pregnancy.
- Conducted postpartum visits to assess recovery and provide ongoing support to families.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient interactions and procedures.
- Counseled mothers on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle habits during pregnancy.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
- Provided antenatal care to pregnant women and their families, including monitoring maternal and fetal health.
- Provided emotional support to clients throughout the birthing experience.
- Performed routine newborn assessments immediately following delivery to assess overall health status.
- Advised mothers on topics such as contraception use, lactation guidance, and stress management strategies.
- Assessed laboring women for progress of labor using physical examination techniques.
- Introduced breathing and grounding techniques to support birthing process and increase overall comfort.
- Taught prenatal classes to help educate expectant parents on labor stages and pain relief options.
- Maintained accurate medical records according to established protocols.
- Recorded examination findings, health histories and significant observations in patient's chart.
- Identified potential high-risk pregnancies and referred patients to specialists for further evaluation.
- Managed care and monitored pain levels of postpartum and postoperative patients.
- Developed individualized birth plans with clients, addressing issues such as labor pain management options, breastfeeding support, and postpartum recovery.
- Facilitated delivery of newborns through natural childbirth or cesarean section procedures.
- Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
- Conducted follow-up visits with postpartum mothers to evaluate healing progress.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians for pain relief or induction of labor.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Recognized emergent obstetric and neonatal conditions and initiated appropriate measures.
- Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
- Collaborated with community health programs to increase knowledge of available birthing methods and educate families.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to establish diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
- Provided emergency healthcare for injured or sick babies and calmly directed parents to physicians when unable to provide care.
- Instructed new parents on infant care techniques such as swaddling and diapering methods.
- Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
Midwife
International Maritime Hospital
Tema
10.2023 - Current
- Assistenza a parti vaginali spontanei e assistiti, monitoraggio materno-fetale, consulenza e gestione delle complicanze post-parto.
- Provided prenatal care to expectant mothers through regular check-ups and assessments.
- Assisted in labor and delivery, ensuring a safe environment for mothers and infants.
- Educated patients on childbirth options, breastfeeding, and newborn care techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored maternal health indicators and responded to any complications during pregnancy.
- Conducted postpartum visits to assess recovery and provide ongoing support to families.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient interactions and procedures.
- Counseled mothers on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle habits during pregnancy.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
- Provided antenatal care to pregnant women and their families, including monitoring maternal and fetal health.
- Provided emotional support to clients throughout the birthing experience.
- Performed routine newborn assessments immediately following delivery to assess overall health status.
- Advised mothers on topics such as contraception use, lactation guidance, and stress management strategies.
- Assessed laboring women for progress of labor using physical examination techniques.
- Introduced breathing and grounding techniques to support birthing process and increase overall comfort.
- Taught prenatal classes to help educate expectant parents on labor stages and pain relief options.
- Maintained accurate medical records according to established protocols.
- Recorded examination findings, health histories and significant observations in patient's chart.
- Identified potential high-risk pregnancies and referred patients to specialists for further evaluation.
- Managed care and monitored pain levels of postpartum and postoperative patients.
- Developed individualized birth plans with clients, addressing issues such as labor pain management options, breastfeeding support, and postpartum recovery.
- Facilitated delivery of newborns through natural childbirth or cesarean section procedures.
- Coordinated referrals for additional services such as ultrasound imaging or genetic counseling.
- Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
- Conducted follow-up visits with postpartum mothers to evaluate healing progress.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians for pain relief or induction of labor.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Recognized emergent obstetric and neonatal conditions and initiated appropriate measures.
- Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
- Collaborated with community health programs to increase knowledge of available birthing methods and educate families.
- Consulted with and obtained orders from obstetricians for special care or diagnostic procedures.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to establish diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
- Assisted obstetrician with cesarean sections and gynecological surgeries.
- Provided emergency healthcare for injured or sick babies and calmly directed parents to physicians when unable to provide care.
- Instructed new parents on infant care techniques such as swaddling and diapering methods.
- Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
Midwife
Provita Specialist Hospital
Tema
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Cura ostetrica completa pre e post-parto, gestione emergenze ostetriche e neonatali.
- Conducted comprehensive prenatal examinations for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care and safety protocols.
- Educated patients on reproductive health, family planning, and preventive care options.
- Managed high-risk pregnancies through careful monitoring and intervention strategies.
- Provided prenatal care to expectant mothers through regular check-ups and assessments.
- Assisted in labor and delivery, ensuring a safe environment for mothers and infants.
- Educated patients on childbirth options, breastfeeding, and newborn care techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored maternal health indicators and responded to any complications during pregnancy.
- Conducted postpartum visits to assess recovery and provide ongoing support to families.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient interactions and procedures.
- Counseled mothers on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle habits during pregnancy.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
- Provided antenatal care to pregnant women and their families, including monitoring maternal and fetal health.
- Provided emotional support to clients throughout the birthing experience.
- Performed routine newborn assessments immediately following delivery to assess overall health status.
- Advised mothers on topics such as contraception use, lactation guidance, and stress management strategies.
- Assessed laboring women for progress of labor using physical examination techniques.
- Introduced breathing and grounding techniques to support birthing process and increase overall comfort.
- Taught prenatal classes to help educate expectant parents on labor stages and pain relief options.
- Maintained accurate medical records according to established protocols.
- Recorded examination findings, health histories and significant observations in patient's chart.
- Identified potential high-risk pregnancies and referred patients to specialists for further evaluation.
- Managed care and monitored pain levels of postpartum and postoperative patients.
- Developed individualized birth plans with clients, addressing issues such as labor pain management options, breastfeeding support, and postpartum recovery.
- Facilitated delivery of newborns through natural childbirth or cesarean section procedures.
- Coordinated referrals for additional services such as ultrasound imaging or genetic counseling.
- Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
- Conducted follow-up visits with postpartum mothers to evaluate healing progress.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians for pain relief or induction of labor.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Recognized emergent obstetric and neonatal conditions and initiated appropriate measures.
- Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
- Collaborated with community health programs to increase knowledge of available birthing methods and educate families.
- Consulted with and obtained orders from obstetricians for special care or diagnostic procedures.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to establish diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
- Assisted obstetrician with cesarean sections and gynecological surgeries.
- Provided emergency healthcare for injured or sick babies and calmly directed parents to physicians when unable to provide care.
- Instructed new parents on infant care techniques such as swaddling and diapering methods.
- Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
Midwife
Tema General Hospital
Tema
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Educazione sanitaria, assistenza pre-natale e post-natale, pianificazione delle cure.
- Provided prenatal care and education to expectant mothers in the community.
- Assisted with labor and delivery, ensuring safe birthing practices.
- Monitored maternal and fetal health during pregnancy and postpartum periods.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Conducted routine assessments and screenings for pregnant patients.
- Offered emotional support and counseling to families throughout pregnancy journeys.
- Educated patients on breastfeeding techniques and newborn care practices.
- Implemented infection control measures in the maternity ward environment.
- Counseled mothers on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle habits during pregnancy.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
- Provided antenatal care to pregnant women and their families, including monitoring maternal and fetal health.
- Provided emotional support to clients throughout the birthing experience.
- Performed routine newborn assessments immediately following delivery to assess overall health status.
- Advised mothers on topics such as contraception use, lactation guidance, and stress management strategies.
- Assessed laboring women for progress of labor using physical examination techniques.
- Introduced breathing and grounding techniques to support birthing process and increase overall comfort.
- Maintained accurate medical records according to established protocols.
- Recorded examination findings, health histories and significant observations in patient's chart.
- Identified potential high-risk pregnancies and referred patients to specialists for further evaluation.
- Managed care and monitored pain levels of postpartum and postoperative patients.
- Developed individualized birth plans with clients, addressing issues such as labor pain management options, breastfeeding support, and postpartum recovery.
- Facilitated delivery of newborns through natural childbirth or cesarean section procedures.
- Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
- Conducted follow-up visits with postpartum mothers to evaluate healing progress.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians for pain relief or induction of labor.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Recognized emergent obstetric and neonatal conditions and initiated appropriate measures.
- Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
- Collaborated with community health programs to increase knowledge of available birthing methods and educate families.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to establish diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Consulted with and obtained orders from obstetricians for special care or diagnostic procedures.
- Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
- Assisted obstetrician with cesarean sections and gynecological surgeries.
- Provided emergency healthcare for injured or sick babies and calmly directed parents to physicians when unable to provide care.
- Instructed new parents on infant care techniques such as swaddling and diapering methods.
- Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
Education
BSc Midwifery - Midwifery
University of Health and Allied Sciences
Ghana11-2020
Diploma di Scuola Superiore (WASSCE – Scienze) - Scienze
Holy Child School
Ghana05-2016
Skills
- Gestione del parto
- Monitoraggio
- Emergenze
- Educazione sanitaria
- Lavoro in team
- Decisione clinica
- Comunicazione empatica
- Pensiero critico
- Lavoro sotto pressione
- Apprendimento rapido
- Leadership
- Patient care
- Labor management
- Prenatal education
- Emergency response
- Medical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Health advocacy
- Patient counseling
- Quality assurance
- Safety protocols
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Traditional midwifery practices
- Postpartum body recovery
- Infant massage teaching
- Lactation consultation
- Group prenatal care
- Reflexology in childbirth
- STD prevention and treatment
- Prenatal care
- Newborn assessment
- Postnatal depression support
- Contraceptive counseling
- Sexual health education
- Uterine massage
- Reproductive health advocacy
- High-risk pregnancy care
- Fetal monitoring
- Perineal suturing
- Obstetric ultrasound
- Antenatal screening
- Breastfeeding support
- Twins and multiples care
- Maternal health education
- Intrapartum care
- Placenta encapsulation
- Nutrition counseling
- Childbirth preparation classes
- Pelvic floor exercises
- Gestational diabetes management
- Prenatal nutrition
- Infant resuscitation
- Family planning advice
- Preconception counseling
- Birth planning
- Postpartum care
- Labor support techniques
- Pain management strategies
- Pain management techniques
- Infant assessment
- Natural Childbirth Support
- Pregnancy Complications Management
- Breastfeeding counseling
- Labor support
- Cultural sensitivity
- Physical examination
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management abilities
- Patient safety
- Goal setting
- Analytical skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving
References
- Prof. Prudence Mwini Nyaledzigbor, prudence.mwini@gmail.com, +233 277 451127
- Mrs. Irene Attachie, University of Health and Allied Sciences – SONAM, +233 505 830288
Hobbies and Interests
- Viaggi
- Concerti
- Film
- Outreach sanitario
- Cucina
Languages
- Inglese, C2
- Twi, Madrelingua
- Ewe, Madrelingua
- Italiano, A1-A2
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Nationality: Ghanese
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Twi
Proficient
C2
Ewe
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Midwife
Worawora government hospital
01.2025 - Current
Midwife
International Maritime Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Midwife
Provita Specialist Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2025
Midwife
Tema General Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
BSc Midwifery - Midwifery
University of Health and Allied Sciences
Diploma di Scuola Superiore (WASSCE – Scienze) - Scienze
Holy Child School
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