Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Timeline
Generic

NATHANIEL ATI KYEREH

Accra

Summary

As a dedicated and compassionate person with over seven(7) years of diverse experience as Home Caregiver and Healthcare assistant, adept in elderly and child care, I am excited to apply for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Throughout my career, I have been driven by a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals and fostering their well-being. My experience as a Health Care Assistant, Home Caregiver and a Nurse in Ghana has equipped me with the skills to demonstrate exceptional communication skills. Additionally, this extensive experience has honed my problem-solving and interpersonal skills, enabling me to build strong relationships with clients, their families, and multidisciplinary teams. Excelled in fostering patient wellness and independence, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in critical thinking and team collaboration, ensuring high-quality care and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Passionate about lifelong professional development, I am eager to contribute my diverse skill set, adaptability, and unwavering dedication to a team that shares my commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of persons in need.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Caregiver

Arms Home Care Services - Ghana
11.2022 - Current
  • Helped clients with everyday living tasks to improve their independence and standard of living.
  • Took on total responsibility for the home while the parents were away.
  • Disciplined children using the techniques their parents wanted.
  • Taught kids about social development and good hygiene.
  • Kept the home's surroundings safe and hygienic.
  • Organized kid-friendly events, such games and trips.
  • Took kids to and from appointments and school.
  • Helped kids with their schoolwork.
  • Weekly food buying, laundry management, errand running, and house cleaning were all done.
  • Helped with reminding people to take their medications.
  • Carried out minor housekeeping tasks while observing the patient's personal space in order to maintain cleanliness standards.
  • Cultivated close bonds with clients in order to provide company and emotional support.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Monitored client vital signs and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.

Health Care Assistant

Holy Family Hospital- Ghana
04.2019 - 10.2022
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
  • Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
  • Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
  • Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
  • Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
  • Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's specific needs.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds and answering calls.

Nurse

St. Ignatius Health Center - Ghana
04.2017 - 03.2019
  • Complied with regulatory criteria by accurately documenting patient assessments, interventions, and results.
  • Administered drugs orally, intravenously, and intramuscularly while keeping an eye on patients' reactions.
  • Changed dressings and took care of wounds as needed.
  • Facilitated the creation of a secure and welcoming healing environment by professionally and quickly attending to patient concerns.
  • Remained composed in high-pressure, urgent situations, exhibiting persistent focus and quick problem-solving.
  • In order to enhance long-term health outcomes, patients were educated on illness management, self-care practices, and wellness initiatives.
  • Evaluated patients to ascertain their specific needs and, in collaboration with interdisciplinary medical specialists, created treatment plans.
  • Higher patient satisfaction scores as a result of providing individualized, caring care.
  • Implemented infection control strategies that led to a notable decrease in infections acquired in hospitals.
  • Worked in conjunction with multidisciplinary teams to maximize patient outcomes and treatment options.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
  • Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
  • Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

Education

Diploma - General Nursing

Holy Family Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Techiman - Ghana
09.2016

WASSCE - General Arts

Berekum Senior High School
Berekum - Ghana
06.2013

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Elderly and Child Care
  • Problem-Solving Techniques
  • Daily living assistance
  • Emotional Support
  • Good interpersonal relationship with patients and staff
  • Excellent Communication skills ( Both Verbal and written)
  • First aid and safety
  • Documentation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision-Making
  • Team Collaboration
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Good ICT skills
  • Cultural sensitivity

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

First Aid

Timeline

Home Caregiver

Arms Home Care Services - Ghana
11.2022 - Current

Health Care Assistant

Holy Family Hospital- Ghana
04.2019 - 10.2022

Nurse

St. Ignatius Health Center - Ghana
04.2017 - 03.2019

Diploma - General Nursing

Holy Family Nursing And Midwifery Training College

WASSCE - General Arts

Berekum Senior High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
NATHANIEL ATI KYEREH