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RICHARD AMOFIIK AMBASIWAI

RICHARD AMOFIIK AMBASIWAI

HOLY FAMILY HOSPITAL, P.O.BOX 36, TECHIMAN, BONO EAST REGION, WEST AFRICA

Summary

I am a professional registered general nurse, licensed by the nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana (NMC). I have about five(5) years of working experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral changing and client-centered medical care. My first professional duties took turn as an intern nurse with Holy Family Hospital-Techiman which operates under the Christian health association of Ghana (CHAG). At holy family hospital, i worked in many multidisciplinary and ultramodern wards where i have gained a lot of experiences and multitasking skills for a period of about one year. I then moved to work with the Ghana Health Services(GHS), where i was stationed at New-Longoro Health Centre in Kintampo North of the Bono East Region. I am currently the nursing manager as a result of my professionalism, integrity, dedication and hardwork which has improved the healthcare delivery in the lives of clients. I render Compassionate care and also an empathetic advocate for patients and families rights. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities. I am Goal-driven, self-motivated, with high Clinical expertise in medical and surgical nursing. With five(5) years of diverse experience in direct patient care and staff supervision, i am skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Organized with time-management and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.

Ultimately seeking to become a reputable manager and entrepreneur.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

STAFF NURSE

GHANA HEALTH SERVICES
04.2020 - Current
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Staff Nurse

PADU CLINIC
06.2019 - 02.2020
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Performs minor suturing.
  • Dispensing at the clinic's pharmacy.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Rotational Intern

CHRISTAIN HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF GHANA ( CHAG)
04.2018 - 04.2019


  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
  • Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
  • Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
  • Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
  • Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
  • Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
  • Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
  • Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Inputted accurate patient data on computer healthcare system to enable tracking history standardize process.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Screen Print Operator

4PS ART & MEDIA AGENCY
10.2017 - 12.2017
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
  • Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
  • Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
  • Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
  • Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
  • Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
  • Turned dials, handwheels, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation.
  • Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
  • Filled hoppers, reservoirs and pans with material used to coat, paint or spray using conveyors or pails.
  • 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.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Embroidery designs

Salesman

TOUCH WORLD ENTERPRISE
04.2013 - 09.2017
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Promoted and up-sold products and services to meet needs of customers.
  • Upheld high standards of customer service by promoting and upselling new products and services.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
  • Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
  • Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet sales goals.
  • Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
  • Developed and implemented marketing plans to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address customer needs.
  • Keeping financial records of the company.
  • Issuing of receipts and invoices.
  • Analysing financial records and reporting to management and staff.
  • Performing other duties assigned to by superiors.

Education

BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (BECE) - GENERAL COURSES

GBEDEMA JUNIOR HIGH
UPPER EAST REGION, BUILSA SOUTH-GBEDEMA
04.2008

DIPLOMA IN REGISTERED GENERAL NURSING - NURSING

NURSING TRAINING COLLEGE
UPPER EAST REGION, BOLGATANGA
08.2017

CERTIFICATE - GENERAL SCIENCE

BOLGATANGA SENIOR HIGH
UPPER EAST REGION, ACCRA GHANA
06.2012

Skills

  • Interdisciplinary teamworker
  • Organisational function of excellent time management and prioritizing workload
  • Excellent clinical documentation in informative and descriptive manner
  • Well equipped Medical and surgical nursing skills
  • Excellent Observation of Nursing Standards
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Computer literate in Microsoft Office, MEDISOFT and Health Management information systems
  • Good leadership skills
  • Nursing Staff Support
  • Excellent skills in Intravenous Injections and Medication Administration

Accomplishments

  • First appointment with Ghana Health Services as a staff nurse on 1st April, 2020.
  • Nursing manager at New-Longoro Health Centre, 16th September 2021.
  • Awarded as; 'BEST SUPPORTIVE NURSE' By the Municipal Health Directorate- 17th December, 2021
  • Nominated for NATIONAL BEST NURSES AWARDS -13th June, 2022.
  • Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association(GRNMA) - Subdistrict Advocate, March 2022.
  • Collaborated with 25 nursing staff to implement COVID'19 Infection prevention and Disease control protocols within the New-Longoro subdistrict.
  • Supervised a team of 10 nurses and 5 teachers on school Health and infirmary assessment.

Affiliations

  • Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA)
  • International Council of Nurses

Certification

  • Licensed Registered General Nurse, By Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) of Ghana -March 2018.
  • Diploma in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), By American Heart Association-APRIL 2023
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), By American HeartAssociation-APRIL 2023
  • Diploma in Work Place Safety and Health Management, Alison Online CPD -APRIL 2023
  • Certificate of Soccer coaching, By Fafali & kids Aid - March 2022.

Additional Information

I am born on the 1st of November, 1990 to Mr & Mrs Ambasiwai.

Achiok Cynthia is my mother and Ambasiwai Gariba Asagmeyam is my father, both of whom are Ghanaians. I am the third born of five siblings. I am athletic and loves nature.

I have Interest in Reading Motivational books, Browsing the Internet and learning new technological and global advancement and always ready to learning something new to upgrade my professional knowledge and skills.

My Hobbies are; Playing of Football, Listening to music and sports news.


REFERENCES

♡ Mrs. Ampaabeng Sikafoa Eunice

OPD In-charge

Holy Family Hospital-Techiman

P.O. Box 36

Mobile: +233243985251


♡ Mrs. Ngeh Irene

Lecturer- Human Anatomy and and Physiology

Nursing Training College- Bolgatanga

P.O. Box 225

Mobile: +233200691837


♡ Pastor Issaka Christopher

Chief Executive officer

Favour Season Enterprise

P.O. Box 454

Bolgatanga

Mobile: +233201281237


♡ Mr Kulaa Joseph

Physician Assistant

New-Longoro Health Centre

P.O. Box 2

Kintampo North

Mobile: +233240471752

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Ashanti Twi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Kanjarga Buli
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

STAFF NURSE

GHANA HEALTH SERVICES
04.2020 - Current

Staff Nurse

PADU CLINIC
06.2019 - 02.2020

Rotational Intern

CHRISTAIN HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF GHANA ( CHAG)
04.2018 - 04.2019

Screen Print Operator

4PS ART & MEDIA AGENCY
10.2017 - 12.2017

Salesman

TOUCH WORLD ENTERPRISE
04.2013 - 09.2017

BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (BECE) - GENERAL COURSES

GBEDEMA JUNIOR HIGH

DIPLOMA IN REGISTERED GENERAL NURSING - NURSING

NURSING TRAINING COLLEGE

CERTIFICATE - GENERAL SCIENCE

BOLGATANGA SENIOR HIGH

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