Sophia Serwaa

I am an intelligent, enthusiastic, energetic and proactive Registered Nurse with 4 years experience. Adept in providing quality and compassionate patient care with proven ability to contribute to team success through handwork that will enhance my skills and potentials and to broaden my knowledge that the health care sector has to offer in preparing myself to be more professional and globally competitive. I am called a calm under pressure by my colleagues as well as patients.

I also bring excellent record of nursing education and training, hands-on clinical experience and outstanding interpersonal skills to attain the maximum level of comprehensive healthcare and caring for patient with varying levels of ailments with experience in quality assessments, nursing care and good nurse-patient relationship. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Registered nurse - DALGINROSS HOUSE CARE HOME

(2025-08)

• Deliver high-quality patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Provide regular updates on resident progress and report any condition changes to senior staff or medical personnel.
• Perform nursing care, treatments, and procedures in compliance with established policies and protocols.
• Collaborate with medical staff and healthcare team members to ensure adherence to treatment policies.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including observations, treatments, and family interactions.
• Welcome residents and relatives with professionalism, providing information and emotional support as needed.
• Ensure the secure handling of service users' belongings and valuables in line with Trust policies.
• Administer prescribed medications, including controlled drugs, following policy and demonstrating competency.
• Report incidents or unusual occurrences promptly, completing documentation as required.
• Safeguard service users and family confidentiality in accordance with Trust policies.
• Adhere to Infection Control standards to maintain a safe and hygienic care environment.
• Attend unit meetings to stay informed on relevant issues and developments.
• Stay updated on clinical advancements and participate in initiatives to improve patient care standards.
• Support the training and orientation of new staff and learners.
• Take ownership of specific projects, audits, or roles of interest, contributing to the development of related resources.

Registered Nurse - BALQUHIDDER HOUSE CARE HOME

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

• Deliver exceptional nursing care aligned with individualized care plans.
• Skillfully administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Maintain precise records of vital signs, ensuring meticulous documentation.
• Collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary team to strategise and execute holistic care plan.
• Conduct thorough assessments and evaluations of residents well-being.
• Uphold a clean and secure environment in adherence to infection control measures.
• Communicate proficiently with residents, their families and fellow professionals.
• Inspire and guide junior staff, setting a remarkable example.

Registered Nurse - BALQUHIDDER HOUSE CARE HOME

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:12

• Performed patient assessment, developed care plan, implemented and evaluated plans of care for patient and responds rapidly to emergency; manage average caseloads of 20 patients.
• Planned and administered care in the ward following all the rights of drug administration, right route, right patient, right dose, right time, right drug, right documentation, right response so as to minimized medical errors.
• Utilized clinical expertise to carry out procedures such as Intravenous cannulation, venipuncture, urinary catheterization, Chest tube drainage, nasogastric tube insertion and feeding, gastric lavage, suctioning, administration of enema and removal of sutures.

Staff Nurse - DUAYAW NKWANTA HEALTH CENTRE, DUAYAW NKWANTA, AHAFO REGION, GHANA - Duayaw Nkwanta, Ahafo Region, Ghana

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

Department: Medical | Bed Capacity: 20 | Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:12

• Performed patient assessment, developed care plan, implemented and evaluated plans of care for patient and responds rapidly to emergency; manage average caseloads of 20 patients.
• Planned and administered care in the ward following all the rights of drug administration, right route, right patient, right dose, right time, right drug, right documentation, right response so as to minimized medical errors.
• Utilized clinical expertise to carry out procedures such as Intravenous cannulation, venipuncture, urinary catheterization, Chest tube drainage, nasogastric tube insertion and feeding, gastric lavage, suctioning, administration of enema and removal of sutures.
• Liaised with other health care team to plan and delivered high quality individualized care and actively participated in performance appraisals, clinical audit and training.
• Collected medical data for patient records, maintained strict confidentiality.
• Evaluated patients at prescribed times to assess conditions and monitored progress against treatment goals.
• Performed lifesaving interventions as part of the multi-disciplinary team in the emergency department.
• Educated patients about lifestyle and their disease conditions.
• Followed up outpatients to ensure strict compliance to lifestyle changes and/or medication.
• Wrote daily report and submitted to charge nurse.
• Ensured patients are kept as comfortable as possible through regular check-ins and examinations.
• Maintained up to date knowledge on best health care practice, regulations and procedures by attending regular nurse training.
• Maintained outstanding patient satisfaction by going extra mile to provide attentive and helpful support.

Nurse Intern - HOLY FAMILY HOSPITAL, TECHIMAN, BONO EAST REGION, GHANA - Techiman, Bono East Region, Ghana

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

Department: Medical/Surgical, Accident & Emergency Unit | Bed Capacity: 200 | Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:12

• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated care to meet patients' and their family's needs in line with the local and national standards and evidence-based guidelines.
• Monitored patient's vital signs, physical conditions, and fluid intake and output to ensure a positive fluid balance.
• Delivered compassionate, patient-centred care in a medical ward of several patients per shift.
• Fostered a culture of detailed and organized documentation to improve efficiency in delivery of nursing care whilst upholding confidentiality.
• Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing linen, eating and ensure daily hygiene tasks.
• Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as pressure sore, bruises, open wounds or signs of trauma.
• Health educated patients on diagnosis and treatment plan under supervision.
• Planned and delivered appropriate care for Admission and Discharge of patients.
• Administered medications and infusions according to NMCG drug administration policies.
• Carried out ECG, Venipuncture, Cannulation, Catheterization and administration of blood Transfusion.
• Recognized signs and symptoms of a deteriorating patient and initiation of early interventions in a calm and coordinated manner.
• Provided emergency care during Surgical Emergencies like ruptured ectopic pregnancy, ruptured appendix and other life-threatening emergencies.
• Cared for central lines, nasogastric tube, epidural and IV infusion pumps.

Diploma of Higher Education - General Nursing - HOLY FAMILY NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE, BEREKUM, BONO REGION, GHANA (2018-12)