RICHARD APPIAH
KUMASI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rotational Nurse
Ghana National Service Scheme
Mamponteng Government Hospital, Kumasi
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Internship
Vacation Practicum
Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Diploma in Registered General Nursing - Nursing
College of Health, Sefwi Asafo
Sefwi Asafo, Western North09.2021
Skills
- Wound Management
- Patient Education
- Medication and IV Administration
- Care Plan Implementation
- Clinical Documentation
- Licensed RN
- Seizure Management
- Home Health Care
- Pain Management
- Chart Updating
- ADL Assistance
- Data Collection
- Health Screening
Certification
Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Rotational Nurse
Ghana National Service Scheme
07.2022 - 07.2023
Internship
Vacation Practicum
12.2019 - 01.2020
Diploma in Registered General Nursing - Nursing
College of Health, Sefwi Asafo