Sandra Boakye
Kumasi
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Assistant
Universal Quality Health Care
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment used in patient care to ensure proper functionality and mitigate risks.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by engaging in conversation and recreational activities, fostering a sense of companionship.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing guidance on how they could best assist their loved ones throughout the caregiving journey.
- Implemented care plans designed by healthcare professionals to ensure consistency in treatment and support for each patient.
- Administered medications under supervision of licensed healthcare providers, following established protocols for dosage accuracy and timing.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information during documentation processes or interactions with family members.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Rotational Intern
Manhyia Government Hospital
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Acquired new skills and honed existing competencies through hands-on experience and targeted training opportunities during each rotation period.
- Built strong relationships with colleagues and mentors throughout the internship program, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Demonstrated initiative by proactively seeking out additional tasks and responsibilities when workload permitted during rotations periods.
- Exhibited strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and providing support when needed during various rotation periods.
- Showcased excellent problem-solving abilities by tackling complex challenges and delivering actionable solutions throughout internship rotations.
- Participated actively in team meetings and brainstorming sessions, providing valuable input toward innovative initiatives.
- Maintained open communication with supervisors regarding performance feedback, utilizing suggestions for continuous improvement.
- Created detailed reports to track progress, enabling management to make data-driven decisions regarding future internship rotations.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of company operations by rotating through various departments during the internship program.
- Expanded professional network through active participation in networking events and industry-related conferences during the internship program.
- Supported departmental goals by completing high-priority tasks in a timely manner during each rotation period.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of intern contributions into ongoing projects.
- Successfully balanced multiple priorities, consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations throughout the internship program.
- Conducted in-depth research on industry trends, providing valuable insights to the company''s strategic planning efforts.
- Improved team productivity through effective delegation and clear goal-setting for each intern rotation.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment used in patient care to ensure proper functionality and mitigate risks.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in caregiving techniques.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by engaging in conversation and recreational activities, fostering a sense of companionship.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing guidance on how they could best assist their loved ones throughout the caregiving journey.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene through regular bed baths or showers according to individual preferences.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Administered medications under supervision of licensed healthcare providers, following established protocols for dosage accuracy and timing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
Diploma - Nursing Midwifery
Presbyterian Nursing And Midwifery Training Colleg
Kumasi Ghana09.2020
Certificate - Home Economics
Our Ladies of Apostles Senior High School
Kenyase Ghana 09.2016
Skills
- Time Management
- Patient Care
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Observing responses
- Calm Under Stress
- Patient Positioning
- Care Monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Documenting behaviors
- Emotional and Social Support
- Recording vital signs
- Catheter Care
- Support Services
- Infection Control
- Family Communication
- Caregiver Relations
- Patient evaluations
- Direct Patient Care
- Personal Care Aide
- Nutrition and Diet
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Ghanaian language
Advanced (C1)
Additional Information
IELTS OVERALL SCORE:6.0
Working Experience
3years
Referees
Mr Dauda Ibrahim
Human Resources Manager
Manhyia Government hospital
+233 24 611 7134
daudaibrahim83@yahoo.com
Mrs Jacqueline
Administrator
Universal Quality Healthcare Centre
024 281 6673
Timeline
Care Assistant
Universal Quality Health Care
05.2022 - Current
Rotational Intern
Manhyia Government Hospital
02.2021 - 02.2022
Diploma - Nursing Midwifery
Presbyterian Nursing And Midwifery Training Colleg
Certificate - Home Economics
Our Ladies of Apostles Senior High School
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