Pamela Dussey
Tema
Summary
Seeking for a professionally challenging healthcare environment where exceptional combination of theoretical and clinical skills is required to effectively perform standard nursing procedures.
A committed and compassionate nurse with experience in quality healthcare through learning and professional development would like to be part of your goal and success. I am energetic, ambitious person and have developed maturely and responsibly in approaching any task or any situation presented.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)
THE BANK HOSPITAL
- Neonatal assessment Pain assessment Setting of intravenous line Resuscitation of neonate (CPR) Passing of nasogastric tube and feeding of neonates Serving of medication and checking of vital signs Psychological care of parent
- Report writing ,taking up and handing over of the ward Delegating responsibility.
Principal Nursing Officer (Neonatal intensive care unit)
COMMUNITY 22 POLY CLINIC (Ghana Health Service)
07.2020 - Current
- Continuous update of staff knowledge and professional skills to improve practices for Fulfilling various task and responsibility Conduct needs assessment of staff and organize structured workshop to address these needs
- Support and mentor staff and student
- Ensure quality improvement in the care of patient and staff Guiding student on clinical rotation Evaluate staff nurses, student and rotation nurses performance
- Resuscitation of neonate (CPR) Passing of nasogastric tube and feeding of neonates Serving of medication and checking of vital signs Psychological care of parent Administrative nursing activities
- Report writing ,taking up and handing over of the ward Supervising staff nurses and delegating responsibility.
Home Nursing Manager
Osompa Health Care Agency
03.2019 - Current
- Assessed staffing needs accurately during crucial times such as holidays or flu season to ensure adequate coverage without overstaffing or creating unnecessary financial burden.
- Championed quality improvement projects that led to enhanced clinical outcomes and increased efficiency in nursing processes.
- Developed and implemented effective nurse scheduling to optimize staffing levels and minimize overtime costs.
- Facilitated open lines of communication between staff, families, and patients by holding regular meetings and ensuring clear documentation in patient records.
- Served as a key liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and administration, fostering collaboration across all stakeholders.
Nursing Officer (Neonatal intensive care unit)
KORLE-BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
12.2014 - 06.2020
- Resuscitation of neonate (CPR) Passing of nasogastric tube and feeding of neonates Serving of medication and checking of vital signs Psychological care of parent Administrative nursing activities
- Report writing ,taking up and handing over of the ward Supervising staff nurses and delegating responsibility.
Nurse consultant
KRIS EAR CENTER (GH) LIMITED
03.2013 - 01.2016
- Identifying common ENT conditions and give treatment Management of ear, nose and throat(ENT) conditions: Syringing of ear, removing of foreign body in the nose and ear
- Aural toileting and dressing
- Educating client on the importance of ear protection Educating client on common ENT conditions.
Staff Nurse
ST BERNARD FAMILY HOSPITAL
04.2012 - 01.2013
- Advance nursing procedures like giving of iv fluids, minor suturing of wounds Basic nursing procedures including assessment of patient, planning and implementation of patient care, admission and discharge, monitoring vital signs, wound dressing and serving medication.
Education
Masters of Science in Audiology -
University of Ghana
01.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Central University
01.2013
Diploma in Registered General Nursing -
Narh-Bita School of Nursing
01.2010
Certificate in Health Care - Health Care
Nanyba Health Assistant Training School
10.2009
Skills
- Computer Literacy – Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Reading and cooking
- Emotional Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Family-centered care
- Spending time with family
Workshops And Seminars
- WHO/UNICEF training course on breastfeeding counseling. December 2020.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Kore-bu teaching hospital. 2021
- Nursmid Documentation: the nursing process, planning, assessment, documentation of all procedures and continuation of care. Tema General Hospital, June 2021
- The Principles of Surgical Asepsis: checking the integrity of all sterile packs, maintaining the sterility of the sterile field, sterile areas are continuously kept in view, prepared sterile field when ready to used, only sterile person comes into contact with sterile field. Community22 Polyclinic, May, 2021
- Infection Prevention and Control in the Theatre: Surgical hand scrub, decontamination and cleaning of the theatre environment, packaging and sterilization of theatre items Community22 Polyclinic, April 20201 and March 2020
- Infection Prevention and Control on Covid -19: Hand hygiene, Selection of PPEs based on risk assessment, Environmental management and control, Respiration hygiene and cough Etiquette. Ashaiman Polyclinic, March, 2021
Personal Competencies
- Effective communication skills.
- Teaching, supervision and human relations.
- Trustworthy and a person of integrity
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to transfer knowledge to others.
- Ability to work effectively in a team.
- Problem solving skills
Application Letter
08/02/22, Sir/Madam, Child Caregiver, I write to apply for employment in your organization as a care giver. I am a 37 year old graduate from central university college in Ghana having pursed a degree in Nursing.
Prior to this, I was awarded a diploma in nursing with a distinction by the University of Ghana. I had my national service at VRA Hospital at Akosombo in the Eastern Region.
In the last 14 years, I have gathered experience and training in the following institution:
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital (NICU), Community 22 Polyclinic Tema (NICU and ISTU)
The Bank hospital (NICU), VRA hospital Akosombo.
I am a mother of 3 and believe I have gained a lot of experience in child care.I strongly believe that this vast experience, skills and work ethics acquired, I will continuously make positive contribution to the growth of your organization.
I humbly await your invitation for an interview soon.
Yours faithfully,
PAMELA DUSSEY
0244627466
Professional Licenses
- Nurses and Midwifery Council of Ghana, Registered General Nurse No.RGN8490, 05/30/11, Current
- Allied Health Professional Council, Ghana, Audiologist No 25397722, 12/01/22, Current
Resume Updated On
06/04/24
References
- Mrs Selina Amoah Wilson, Community 22 poly clinic, Deputy Director Of Nursing Services., 0244983769
- Mrs Jocelyn Owusu Ansah, The Bank Hospital, Neonatal specialist., 0244368111
Timeline
Principal Nursing Officer (Neonatal intensive care unit)
COMMUNITY 22 POLY CLINIC (Ghana Health Service)
07.2020 - Current
Home Nursing Manager
Osompa Health Care Agency
03.2019 - Current
Nursing Officer (Neonatal intensive care unit)
KORLE-BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
12.2014 - 06.2020
Nurse consultant
KRIS EAR CENTER (GH) LIMITED
03.2013 - 01.2016
Staff Nurse
ST BERNARD FAMILY HOSPITAL
04.2012 - 01.2013
Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)
THE BANK HOSPITAL
Masters of Science in Audiology -
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Central University
Diploma in Registered General Nursing -
Narh-Bita School of Nursing
Certificate in Health Care - Health Care
Nanyba Health Assistant Training School
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