Registered Nurse at St. John of God Hospital (2024-06 – 2025-05)
In my current role as a nurse, I perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop care plans, and manage patient care including NG tube insertion, cannulation, catheterization, medication administration, and wound care. The role requires documentation using an electronic health record system and medical equipment in care.
- Worked alongside other healthcare professionals in the management of emergency cases such as; cardiac failure, shock, head injury, burns and electrocution, promoting comfort and recovery.
- Developed and implemented care plans, working with the healthcare team to ensure productive outcomes for patients.
- Contributed to process improvements, refining protocols that increased hospital efficiency and patient safety.
- Mentored 5 student nurses during their clinical placements, guiding them through practical learning and professional development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, leading to significant health improvements and effective treatment for patients.
Freelancing Nurse at Tender Heart Home Care Services (2023-03 – Present)
The role encompasses delivery of personalized care to individuals with varied medical and surgical diagnosis. My responsibilities encompass medication administration, wound care, assistance with ambulation and activities of daily living (ADLs), and engagement in social and recreational activities. This role involves working closely with clients to ensure their comfort and well-being while fostering a supportive and empathetic environment.
- Executed precise medication management, leading to a significant reduction in medication-related issues and enhancing therapeutic outcomes through diligent monitoring and documentation.
- Provided high-quality patient care by being diligent, respectful, and smart, consistently receiving positive feedback from patients, families, and colleagues.
- Drafted and implemented care plans, working closely with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
- Managed a heavy caseload, ensuring effective communication and coordination between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Implemented innovative care techniques, leading to noticeable improvements in patients' health and daily activities.
- Advocated for patients, ensuring their treatment needs were met and their comfort and dignity maintained.
- Designed and executed personalized social and recreational programs, fostering a supportive environment that increased client satisfaction and engagement, and positively impacted their emotional health.
- Delivered empathetic companionship and emotional support, building strong, trusting relationships that greatly enhanced clients' emotional stability and overall well-being.
Student Nurse at Clinical Placements - Various Institutions (2018-02 – 2022-07)
As a student, I gained clinical experience working alongside professional nurses and a multidisciplinary team in various healthcare settings. My duties included assistance with wound care, medication administration, emergency interventions, catheterization, nebulization, admission and discharge of patients, cannulation, patient and family education.
- Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra [Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT), Obstetrics, Orthopedics] 8-week Clinical Internship, May–July 2022
- Legon University Hospital, Accra-Ghana [Medical/surgical wards, Emergency Department] 6-weeks clinical internship, May -June 2021
- Pantang Mental Hospital, Accra [Psycho-OPD and Psychiatric wards] 8-week Clinical Internship, December 2020–January 2021
- Shai-Osudoku District Hospital, Dodowa-Accra [Obstetrics] 8-week Clinical Internship, October–November 2020
- Greater Accra Ridge Regional Hospital, Accra [Pediatric, Obstetrics] 8-week Clinical Internship, October–December 2019
- 37 Military Hospital, Accra [Pediatric, Emergency Department (ED), Obstetrics] 16-week Clinical Internship, February–April 2019; October–November 2018
- St. Dominic Hospital, Akwatia [Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Pediatric, Emergency Department (ED), Oncology] 8-week Clinical Internship, May–July 2018
- Valley View Hospital, Oyibi [OPD] 8-week Clinical Internship, February–April 2018
Volunteer Nurse at Volunteer Medical Corps (2022-03 – 2023-01)
Volunteer nursing experience providing medical support and patient care services.
