MAVIS KWARTENG

• Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Conduct thorough health assessments to gather information about patients' medical histories, symptoms, and current health status.

Administer medications as prescribed by physicians and monitor patients for any adverse reactions or side effects.

Coordinate care transitions, such as patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, to ensure continuity of care.

Navigate ethical dilemmas and make decisions that align with professional standards and the well-being of the patient.

Assess and manage patients' pain levels, implementing appropriate pain relief interventions.

Administer and monitor IV therapies, including medications, fluids, and blood products.

Implement health promotion and disease prevention strategies to help patients maintain or improve their overall health.

Respond to emergencies, provide life-saving interventions, and collaborate with the healthcare team during critical situations.

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Administering psychiatric medications as prescribed by the psychiatrist or other healthcare providers.

Implementing therapeutic interventions, including individual and group therapy sessions.

• Monitoring the psychiatric hospital environment for potential safety risks and implementing measures to ensure the safety and well-being of patients and staff.
• Collaborating with other members of the healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Participating in the formulation and adjustment of care plans based on ongoing assessments.

• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.