MAXWELL OFORI ADDO
New Tafo - Akim
Summary
Accomplished Principal Certified Registered Anesthetist with a robust history at Ghana Health Service, excelling in patient care and anesthesia administration. Leveraged expertise in obstetric and general anesthesia to enhance operating room efficiency and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated exceptional clinical judgment and compassionate communication, significantly improving postoperative recovery outcomes. Skilled in both technical anesthesia techniques and fostering patient rapport.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
PRINCIPAL CERTIFIED REGISTERED ANAESTHETIST
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
05.2024 - Current
- Anesthetized or sedated patients, monitored vital signs and equipment and provided post-anesthesia care instructions.
- Reduced recovery times by utilizing multimodal pain management techniques in postoperative care.
- Calculated proper medication dosage based on patient physiology.
- Administered pain relief medication.
- Optimized workflow efficiency within the operating room by coordinating effectively with other members of the surgical team during complex procedures.
- Minimized complications through vigilant monitoring of patients'' responses to anesthesia and making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Improved patient satisfaction through thorough preoperative consultations, addressing concerns and explaining anesthetic options.
- Followed strict schedules during surgeries.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through compassionate bedside manner during pre-and post-operative consultations.
- Selected appropriate anesthetic agents based on individual patient needs considering factors like age, weight, allergies, and medical history.
- Maintained a sterile environment, adhering to strict infection control protocols while preparing equipment and medications.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by staying current with advancements in anesthesia techniques and technology.
- Oversaw and delegated work activities for junior staff and nurse anesthetists.
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to check patient wishes and care.
PRINCIPAL CERTIFIED REGISTERED ANAESTHETIST
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
10.2012 - 04.2024
Senior Staff Nurse
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
07.2008 - 05.2012
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Facilitated patient discharges by coordinating with medical teams, social workers, case managers, and other support staff.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements.
- Prevented infections through diligent adherence to infection control policies, including proper hand hygiene techniques and equipment sterilization procedures.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough documentation and adherence to medication administration protocols.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Education
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN NURSE ANAESTHESIA - ANAESTHESIA
SCHOOL OF ANAESTHESIA
KUMASI, GHANA 05.2012
DIPLOMA IN GENERAL NURSING - GENERAL NURSING
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE
KOFORIDUA, GHANA 10.2007
Skills
- Obstetric Anesthesia
- General anesthesia
- Spinal Anesthesia
- Anesthesia recovery
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Airway Management
- Anesthetic Administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Sedation techniques
- Preoperative Evaluation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Pain Management
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Putting patients to sleep
- Anesthesia Administration
- Patient Care Standards
- Patient Assessments
- Clinical judgment
Timeline
PRINCIPAL CERTIFIED REGISTERED ANAESTHETIST
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
05.2024 - Current
PRINCIPAL CERTIFIED REGISTERED ANAESTHETIST
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
10.2012 - 04.2024
Senior Staff Nurse
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
07.2008 - 05.2012
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN NURSE ANAESTHESIA - ANAESTHESIA
SCHOOL OF ANAESTHESIA
DIPLOMA IN GENERAL NURSING - GENERAL NURSING
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE
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