Vera Ohene Kumi
Akropong
Summary
Compassionate and organized nurse with passion for patients. i offer extensive hands-on experience in multiple units. With my experience at Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital, i am adept at patient assessment and health education. i am recognized for effectively resolving conflicts and delivering quality patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Intern
Community Health Planning and Services
Konko - Akuapem
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted nursing staff in providing patient care and support during daily activities.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Helped prepare patients for examinations and assisted during procedures.
- Documented patient interactions and care plans in electronic health records.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness strategies as instructed.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance patient safety and comfort.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and improvements.
- Maintained clean, organized, and safe environments in patient care areas.
- Assisted nurses in providing direct patient care including bathing, grooming, feeding and toileting activities.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients according to physician orders.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare team members.
- Provided basic nursing care such as monitoring vital signs, collecting lab specimens, and changing dressings.
- Performed sterile procedures such as wound care dressing changes.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients including measurements of height, weight, temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention topics.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergent situations while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Assisted with performance improvement activities within the unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Nurse Intern
Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital
Mampong - Akuapem
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Commended for proficiently handling difficult situations with patients and their family members.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Assisted with patient assessments and collected vital signs in clinical settings.
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
Student Nurse
Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital
Mampong - Akuapem
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Commended for proficiently handling difficult situations with patients and their family members.
- Assisted with patient assessments and collected vital signs in clinical settings.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas in the hospital.
- Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill patients.
- Educated patients on health promotion activities such as nutrition and exercise.
- Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
- Assisted with the setup and operation of medical equipment.
- Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to facilitate effective patient communication.
- Participated in patient rounds with healthcare teams to discuss care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Public Health Nursing
College of Community Health Nursing
Winneba04-2024
WASSCE - Home Economics
Oyoko Methodist Senior High School
Koforidua , Ghana05-2019
BECE -
Presbyterian Junior High School
Akropong , Ghana05-2016
Skills
- Organized
- Patient assessment
- Health education
- Medication administration
- Conflict resolution
- Calm
- Patient
- Quality patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical teamwork
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Assisted in evaluating medical conditions of up to 20 patients daily.
- Developed and directed a rotational system to manage the care of patients.
- Gained recognition as a dedicated, self-motivated and reliable nurse.
Languages
Akan - Twi
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Intern
Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital
06.2024 - 01.2025
Nurse Intern
Community Health Planning and Services
01.2024 - 06.2025
Student Nurse
Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2024
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Public Health Nursing
College of Community Health Nursing
WASSCE - Home Economics
Oyoko Methodist Senior High School
BECE -
Presbyterian Junior High School