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Rachael Abrah Bediako

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with 2 years of working experience seeking a nursing position to provide exceptional patient care and contribute to the overall well -being of healthcare team. A current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ghana with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN) from Central University, Ghana. Proven experience in Medical-Surgical nursing, including wound care, medication administration and IV management. Proficient in Microsoft word and excel. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building rapport with patients and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams, keen multitasker, caring, empathetic, resilient, and diligent.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Officer,

University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC)
Accra
07.2023 - Current
  • Management of critically ill patients.
  • Administration of medication through perfusion using infusion pumps.
  • Setting up trolleys for arterial and central lines.
  • Nebulization/suctioning of patients.
  • Infection prevention and control.
  • Maintaining personal hygiene of patients.
  • Oxygen therapy
  • NG tube feeding
  • Administration of blood and monitoring of patients for transfusion reactions
  • Pre and post-operative management of patients
  • Collaboration with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Development of individualized treatment plans based on patient's needs and preferences.
  • Specialized Equipment Used: IV pump, feeding pump, cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilator, CPR trolley, CPAP, ECG.

Registered General Nurse (RN)(National Service)

Legon Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2021
  • Monitored patients' vital signs, such as temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure.
  • Provided direct care to surgical, medical, pediatric, geriatric, obstetric, and psychiatric patients.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments per approved nursing techniques.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic medical record system.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Specialized Equipment Used: Bag valve mask, IV pumps, Treatment trolley, Cardiac monitors, Sterilizers

Student Clinical Attachment

Sogakope District Hospital
Sogakope
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Provided ante-natal care
  • Client education on nutrition
  • Provided post-abortion care
  • Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and other health professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
  • Educated patients on health promotion activities such as nutrition and exercise.
  • Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Attended educational seminars related to new developments in nursing practices.

Specialized Equipment Used: Instrument trays, abdominal ultrasound machine, stethoscope.

Student Clinical Attachment

Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital
Ankaful
11.2018 - 11.2018
  • Admission of mentally ill patients
  • Maintaining personal hygiene and nutritional status of mentally ill patients
  • Management of specific psychiatric conditions.
  • Conducted group therapy sessions for patients with various mental health issues.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments, medications, and any changes in condition.
  • Specialized Equipment Used: Patient monitor, thermometer, feeding pumps, treatment trolley, IV Pumps.

Student Clinical Attachment

Ketu South Municipal Hospital
Ketu South
11.2017 - 12.2017
  • Observation and participation in RCH activities
  • Management of cold chain
  • Provided individualized health counseling services to patients, including guidance on nutrition, exercise, hygiene and disease prevention.
  • Provided immunizations according to established protocols.
  • Educated patients about their diseases, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
  • Participated in community outreach activities providing health screenings at local events.

Student Clinical Attachment

Korle-bu Teaching Hospital
Korle-bu
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Setting trays and trolleys for administration of medications
  • Checking and recording of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities
  • Management of patients with medical and surgical emergencies
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Provided emergency medical services to patients with serious injuries or illnesses.
  • Specialized Equipment Used: CPR trolley, cardiac monitors, treatment trolley, IV pumps, feeding pumps, perfusers, mechanical ventilators

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central University
Miotso, Prampram, Ghana
01.2019

Skills

  • Compassionate care
  • Treatment monitoring
  • Quality improvement
  • Infection prevention
  • Health promotion
  • Care planning
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Multitasking

Certification

Registered General Nurse License, Ghana

Timeline

Nursing Officer,

University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC)
07.2023 - Current

Registered General Nurse (RN)(National Service)

Legon Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2021

Student Clinical Attachment

Sogakope District Hospital
05.2019 - 07.2019

Student Clinical Attachment

Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital
11.2018 - 11.2018

Student Clinical Attachment

Ketu South Municipal Hospital
11.2017 - 12.2017

Student Clinical Attachment

Korle-bu Teaching Hospital
07.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central University
Rachael Abrah Bediako