Mavis Adjei
Midwife
Takoradi,Western Region
Summary
Experienced emergency management professional with a strong focus on enhancing midwifery care protocols at Holy Child Clinic. Proven expertise in fetal monitoring and fostering collaborative practice has led to improved antenatal care delivery. Committed to advancing maternal and newborn health through exemplary patient relationship building.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Midwife
Holy Child Clinic
Egyam, Western Region
01.2023 - Current
- Participated in clinical research projects related to midwifery practice improvement initiatives.
- Attended conferences, workshops and seminars to stay current on best practices in obstetrics.
- Developed relationships with patients by providing compassionate care throughout their pregnancy experience.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations such as shoulder dystocia or umbilical cord prolapse.
- Prescribed medications as necessary for maternal conditions such as gestational diabetes or hypertension.
- Managed labor room activities ensuring timely deliveries according to hospital protocols.
- Educated patients about lifestyle modifications that can improve outcomes during pregnancy.
- Performed routine examinations of pregnant women to monitor fetal growth and development.
- Conducted prenatal visits to assess the health of mother and fetus throughout pregnancy.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding prenatal health status updates.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during labor and delivery, including fetal heart rate.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient including progress notes, lab results, sonograms and more.
- Assisted with the delivery of newborns, providing physical and emotional support to mothers.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists when needed for additional assessments or treatments.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control policies at all times.
- Provided patient education on topics related to childbirth and postpartum care.
- Counseled expectant mothers on birthing options, risks associated with various procedures, pain management strategies.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers such as physicians, nurses, nutritionists and social workers.
- Delivered focused, quality care to antepartum, post-partum, newborn and gynecologic patients.
- Educated patients in pain management techniques and strategies for labor.
- Monitored health of pregnant patients and unborn babies and delivered superior care across continuum.
- Maintained accountability for midwifery assessment, birth plan and implementation.
- Communicated with patients, partners and family members regarding reproductive health and newborn care.
- Monitored and recorded patient vitals and ordered diagnostic tests.
- Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
- Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
- Provided emergency healthcare for injured or sick babies and calmly directed parents to physicians when unable to provide care.
Registered Midwife
St Martin's Deporres Hospital
Eikwe, Western Region
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Responded quickly in emergency situations such as shoulder dystocia or umbilical cord prolapse.
- Managed labor room activities ensuring timely deliveries according to hospital protocols.
- Educated patients about lifestyle modifications that can improve outcomes during pregnancy.
- Performed routine examinations of pregnant women to monitor fetal growth and development.
- Instructed new parents in infant feeding techniques and breastfeeding management.
- Conducted prenatal visits to assess the health of mother and fetus throughout pregnancy.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during labor and delivery, including fetal heart rate.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient including progress notes, lab results, sonograms and more.
- Assisted with the delivery of newborns, providing physical and emotional support to mothers.
- Developed relationships with patients by providing compassionate care throughout their pregnancy experience.
Psychiatry Clinicals
Ankaful Hospital
Ankaful
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information pertaining to clients' medical history.
- Provided support and guidance to family members regarding their loved one's diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan.
- Provided psychiatric assessments and evaluations to patients.
- Developed care plans for mental health disorders in collaboration with physicians.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions with patients suffering from mental illnesses.
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Takoradi Hospital, western Region
Takoradi
09.2017 - 10.2017
- Contributed to the development of nursing care plans based on assessment data and physician orders.
- Adhered to infection control policies while providing patient care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Assisted in patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, and providing personal hygiene.
- Administered immunizations per state regulations while educating patients about preventative measures against communicable diseases.
Community Health Nurse
Holy Child clinic
Egyam, Western Region
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Coordinated referrals for specialty care as needed based on assessment findings.
- Represented the organization at meetings or conferences related to community health issues.
- Identified risk factors associated with communicable diseases through contact tracing investigations.
- Collaborated with public health departments to develop strategies for promoting healthy behaviors in the community.
- Educated patients about their diseases, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate the physical condition of clients in their homes.
- Advised clients on appropriate use of over-the-counter medications and supplements.
- Monitored patients' progress by collecting vital signs such as height, weight, blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care was delivered in a timely manner.
- Provided immunizations according to established protocols while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Developed and implemented health education programs for individuals and families to promote healthy lifestyles.
- Counseled patients regarding lifestyle changes needed for improved health outcomes.
- Participated in community outreach activities providing health screenings at local events.
Community Health Nurse
St. Mark Anglican Clinic
Subri, Western North Region
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Led seminars for public attendance to educate on prevention and identification of medical conditions prevalent within community.
- Administered medications and treatments directly to patients following physician prescriptions and instructions and standard nursing techniques.
- Attended staff meetings and required courses to maintain knowledge of current clinic procedures and latest medical advances relevant to everyday practice.
Education
BCs in Midwifery -
University of Health And Allied Sciences
Ho, Volta Region10-2021
Community Health
Word Alive Community Health Nursing Training
Esiama, Ellembelle District, Western Region09-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business Accountancy
Takoradi Senior Secondary School
Takoradi Skills
- Collaborative practice
- Birth planning
- Emergency management
- Hypertensive disorders management
- Postpartum care
- Antenatal care
- Fetal monitoring
- Gestational diabetes management
- Infant resuscitation
- Prenatal education
- Maternal health
- Breastfeeding support
- Labor support
- Newborn care
- Medical documentation
- Clinical assessment
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Registered Midwife
Holy Child Clinic
01.2023 - Current
Registered Midwife
St Martin's Deporres Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2022
Psychiatry Clinicals
Ankaful Hospital
10.2020 - 12.2020
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Takoradi Hospital, western Region
09.2017 - 10.2017
Community Health Nurse
Holy Child clinic
01.2012 - 12.2016
Community Health Nurse
St. Mark Anglican Clinic
01.2011 - 12.2012
BCs in Midwifery -
University of Health And Allied Sciences
Community Health
Word Alive Community Health Nursing Training
Some College (No Degree) - Business Accountancy
Takoradi Senior Secondary School
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