Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
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Timeline
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Richard  Tweneboah Mensah

Richard Tweneboah Mensah

Cape-Coast,Central Region

Summary

Dedicated Nurse Assistant with over 4 years of hands-on experience in emergency, home care, and clinical settings. Actively pursuing Personal Support Worker (PSW) education and opportunities in Canada to broaden international expertise. Committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while aspiring to establish high-quality home care services in Ghana. Proven ability to adapt to diverse patient needs and foster a supportive environment that enhances overall well-being.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Assistant

Ankaful Leprosarium and General Hospital, Emergency Unit
03.2023 - Current

• Provided daily care to 10–20 patients with diverse conditions including stroke, cancer, dementia, hypertension, diabetes, snake/scorpion bites, and anemia.

• Managed complex wound care, suturing, blood transfusions, allergic reactions, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and lab sample collection.

• Developed and implemented personalized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

• Excelled in high-pressure environments, prioritizing tasks, communicating effectively with patients/families, and conducting post-discharge follow-ups to ensure recovery progress.

  • Trained new staff on hospital protocols and patient handling procedures effectively.
  • Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Participated in regular performance evaluations with supervisory staff, actively working toward continuous improvement as a healthcare professional.

Home Care Nurse

Dove HomeCare Services Limited
Accra
04.2020 - 09.2022
  • Delivered personalized in-home care to 5 patients with chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes, assisting with ADLs, medication management, and vital signs.
  • Built strong, trusting relationships with patients and families, providing emotional support and adapting to evolving needs.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and best practices.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to improve accuracy and compliance standards.
  • Managed complex medical equipment such as ventilators or feeding tubes as needed for specialized patient populations.
  • Provided expert guidance on nutrition and lifestyle modifications tailored to individual patient requirements, enhancing overall health status.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home setting, reducing risks associated with mobility impairments.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care transitions and optimal outcomes.

Education

Certificate - Nurse Assistant Clinical

Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Teshie
06-2019

Skills

Patient Assessment & Individualized Care Planning

Additional Information

Clinical Experience (Training Rotations) 2017 – 2019 • Ridge Government Hospital, Accra • Ejura Government Hospital, Ejura, Kumasi • Maamobi General Hospital, Maamobi, Accra • Lekma General Hospital, Teshie, Accra • La General Hospital, Labadi, Accra
(Gained practical experience in patient care, assessment, and procedures across various departments during certification training.)

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Nurse Assistant

Ankaful Leprosarium and General Hospital, Emergency Unit
03.2023 - Current

Home Care Nurse

Dove HomeCare Services Limited
04.2020 - 09.2022

Certificate - Nurse Assistant Clinical

Nursing And Midwifery Training College

References

  • Auntie, Sonia, Manager, dhcs@dovehomecaresvcs.com, 0504315909, Dove Homecare Services Limited
  • Rashad, Haruna, Medical Officer, +233 50 379 5076, Ankaful Leprosarium and General Hospital
Richard Tweneboah Mensah