Veronica Darko
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.
Dedicated to staying current with evidence-based practices and advancements in nursing Seeking a fulfilling career opportunity to apply expertise, empathy, and strong clinical skills in a Carer role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Janie Speaks A.M.E Zion Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Provide personal care
- Prepare and served nutritious meals
- Perform ward dusting and cleaning duties
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the hospital
- Supervise and care for client
- Assist in feeding
- Collect specimen
- Demonstrate infant care to new parents
- Provide companionship
- Tend to emotional well-being of children
- Assist client's with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
- Administration of drugs
Midwife
(Rotation)Afrancho Polyclinic
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Examined, diagnosed and monitored pregnant patients for any significant changes and potential problems
- Assisted physicians with the labour process and monitored fetus condition
- Identify and report high-risk pregnancies to appropriate specialists and medical officers
- Provided pre- and post-screening counselling to pregnant patients
- Developed and evaluated care programs for pregnant patients.
- Provide comprehensive postnatal care and support
- Adhere to high levels of sanitation and health and safety procedures in the hospital environment
- Promoted breastfeeding education and offered insights on proper positioning, latching and breast care
Education
Diploma - Midwifery
St. Patrick's Nursing & Midwifery Training College
WASSCE -
Kumasi Anglican Senior High School
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Personal Care Assistance
- Safety and First Aid
- Compassionate and Empathetic
- Strong Multitasking Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Health Monitoring
- Patience
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Honesty
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Flexibility
- Client focus
- Text Formatting and Office Computing Software: Microsoft Office Suite
- Patients' Information Management System: Lightwave Health Information Management System
Languages
English
Twi
Leadership Experience
- Health and Temperance Leader, Krobo Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2022-2023
- Treasurer, Krobo Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2022-2023
Community Service
- First Aid services to the Afrancho Community, 2021-
- Covid-19 Preventive Education, 2021-
References
- Mrs. Araba Turkson, Midwifery Officer, Afrancho Polyclinic, P. O. Box 3, Kodie, +233 24 333 7764, arabamonka80@gmail.com
- Mr. Phenihas Kwadwo Opoku, Nurse Manager, Janie Speaks A.M.E Zion Hospital, Afrancho, P. O. Box 22, Akumadan, +233 24 186 8411, phenihask@gmail.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking and baking
- Singing
- Fitness and Exercise
- Reading and Research
Training
- CARE CERTIFICATE STANDARDS, 05/26/23, Care certificate knowledge element online Tuition conducted by Care Tuition and certified by CPD.
- USAID HEALTH MARKETING ACTIVITY - Covid-19 Vaccination Education, 10/21/22, Certification of Participation
- USAID HEALTH MARKETING ACTIVITY - Chlorhexidine Gel for Umbilical Cord Training Program, 05/30/22, Certificate of Participation
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Janie Speaks A.M.E Zion Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Midwife
(Rotation)Afrancho Polyclinic
01.2020 - 01.2021
Diploma - Midwifery
St. Patrick's Nursing & Midwifery Training College
WASSCE -
Kumasi Anglican Senior High School
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