Monica Baawuah
Kumasi
Summary
- Dynamic Registered Nurse/Midwife with extensive experience at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, excelling in prenatal care, labor management, labor and delivery and peri-operative care.
- Proven ability to educate families and implement effective patient care management.
- Skilled in IV medication administration and fostering strong patient relationships, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments.
- Ability to establish priorities and work under stress and with minimal supervision.
- Recommended by supervisors and subordinates as being compassionate and diligent to details.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/Midwife
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
04.2017 - Current
- Provided prenatal care and education to expectant mothers during routine visits.
- Assisted in labor and delivery, ensuring comfort and safety of patients.
- Conducted postpartum assessments to monitor recovery of new mothers.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated families on newborn care and breastfeeding techniques post-delivery.
- Administered medications and managed IV therapy for laboring patients.
- Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
- Determined appropriate interventions for high-risk pregnancies based on assessment findings.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
- Responded to obstetric emergencies in a timely manner.
- Managed staffing schedules, optimizing nurse assignments for patient needs and coverage.
- Educated families on birth processes, pain management, and postpartum care.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Instructed patients on proper nutrition requirements while pregnant or lactating.
Registered Nurse/Midwife - Peri operative Care
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
05.2014 - 03.2017
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient workflow in the operating room.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a sterile environment.
- Trained new nursing staff on perioperative best practices and safety measures.
- Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in operating room setup including draping sterile fields, setting up instruments and equipment according to surgeon preference, and preparing supplies for use during the case.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff members and patients throughout all phases of the operative process.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in accordance with department standards.
Registered Nurse/Midwife - Med/Surgical Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
04.2010 - 04.2014
- Assisted in post-operative recovery, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions and care procedures.
- Responded to emergencies, performing life-saving measures as needed during critical situations.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening to their concerns.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Assisted physicians with procedures as needed during rounds or bedside examinations.
Registered Nurse/Midwife - Med/Surg Float
Effiduasi Government Hospital
Effiduasi
02.2009 - 03.2010
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care.
- Assisted in wound care, dressing changes, and infection control procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Assisted with discharge planning activities including providing education about medications and follow up appointments as needed.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Managed acute illness episodes by providing timely interventions within scope of practice.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control policies.
Education
Master of Science - Assisted Reproduction Technology
University of Nottingham
Nottingham , United Kingdom 09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi , Ghana 05.2013 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing Midwifery
Nurses And Midwifery Training College
Kumasi , Ghana 09.2005 - 10.2008
Skills
- Prenatal care
- Labor management
- Postpartum assessment
- IV medication administration
- Effective communication
- Patient education
- Family planning counseling
- Wound care management
- Medication administration
- Cesarean section preparation
- Patient discharge
Certification
- Registered Midwife: Ghana issued- Active
- NCLEX RN Status: Passed
Timeline
Master of Science - Assisted Reproduction Technology
University of Nottingham
09.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse/Midwife
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
04.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse/Midwife - Peri operative Care
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
05.2014 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
05.2013 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse/Midwife - Med/Surgical Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
04.2010 - 04.2014
Registered Nurse/Midwife - Med/Surg Float
Effiduasi Government Hospital
02.2009 - 03.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing Midwifery
Nurses And Midwifery Training College
09.2005 - 10.2008