Sophia Cudjoe
Summary
Dependable Health worker experienced in consulting and coordinating with healthcare team members to assess and implement patient care plans. Competent in taking vitals such as blood pressure, oxygen levels and temperature. Patient-focused Health worker with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Compassionate Health Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Educator
Salvation Army Urban Aid Clinic
01.2020 - Current
- Raised awareness of public health issues through organizing workshops, seminars, and presentations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing one-on-one counseling on health behaviors and disease management.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create comprehensive patient education materials for various medical conditions.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local organizations to promote healthy lifestyles within the community.
- Increased participation in wellness programs by creating engaging marketing campaigns and promotional materials.
- Improved community health by developing and implementing targeted educational programs.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge, skills, or resources related to public health concerns among target populations.
Nurse Assistant
Salvation Army Urban Aid Clinic
11.2016 - 01.2020
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Provided nutritional support by helping plan meals according to dietary requirements, portioning food accurately, feeding those who required help eating due to mobility limitations or other difficulties swallowing solid foods safely without choking.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Senior Care Assistant
Swan Clinic
01.2012 - 10.2016
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Assisted seniors in maintaining their dignity while receiving personal care services such as bathing, toileting, or eating assistance.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Ensured timely medication administration for residents by accurately managing medication logs and dispensing medications as prescribed.
- Promoted a positive living environment by engaging residents in social activities and maintaining clean, organized spaces.
Teaching Assistant
Christian Academy
01.2006 - 02.2009
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress, concerns, and achievements.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.
Education
Master Of Applied Science - Occupational Health Safety And Environmental Manag
Ghana Institute Of Management And Public Administr
Accra Ghana 07.2021
Bachelor Of Science - Public Health Management
Catholic University College
Fiapre Sunyani Ghana 05.2018
Certificate In Nursing - Health Assistant Clinical
Health Concern Ghana
07.2012
Skills
- Case Management
- Light Housekeeping
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Lifting
- Patient relationship building
- Infection Control
- Reliable transportation
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Collecting vital signs
- Prevention strategies
- Health Promotion
- Time Management
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
Timeline
Health Educator
Salvation Army Urban Aid Clinic
01.2020 - Current
Nurse Assistant
Salvation Army Urban Aid Clinic
11.2016 - 01.2020
Senior Care Assistant
Swan Clinic
01.2012 - 10.2016
Teaching Assistant
Christian Academy
01.2006 - 02.2009
Master Of Applied Science - Occupational Health Safety And Environmental Manag
Ghana Institute Of Management And Public Administr
Bachelor Of Science - Public Health Management
Catholic University College
Certificate In Nursing - Health Assistant Clinical
Health Concern Ghana
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