Gifty Mary

Patient focused, thoughtful and empathy registered nurse seeking position with growing medical practice. Bringing my experienced care and extensive knowledge to help improve the lives of residents.

Registered Nurse - Charlottesville Health and Rehab Center - Charlottesville, Va.

(2018-01)

Provide quality of care and evaluate the medical conditions of up to 20 patients which include daily monitoring, recording of progress of patient and evaluation. Recognized as dedicated, ambitious and reliable person who has the ability to work with or without supervision.

• Interact and communicate with patients of all ages and ethnic backgrounds, giving quality medical care and treatment
• Skilled at acutely obtaining and interpreting medical information to determine the health status and needs of my patient
• Monitor patients for response including skin color, pupil dilation, heart rate, blood pressure and ventilation
• Intake and output procedures using invasive and noninvasive techniques
• Insertion of peripheral line for administration of ordered medications and intravenous fluids
• Train and mentor new staff with the newest care methodology to increase in productivity

Registered Nurse - The Colonnades Skilled Nursing Center

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

Effective communication skills which help me to effectively interact with my patients, family members, physicians and other health care team members.

• Monitor patients, updating information on vital signs to effectively monitor their condition and report any deviation which I cannot manage to my supervisor and physician
• Perform routine treatment such as giving vaccinations and dressing of wounds
• Active listening and critical thinking to help me with my nursing judgment on patient care and decision making
• Provide nursing care to patients with behavioral problems, focusing on assessment, treatment and support for physical and psychological well being
• Arrange further medical attention when necessary
• Time management also helps me to accomplish most of my nursing job within the specific period
• Response to emergency situation by maintaining airway, administering medication and using basic life support techniques

Bachelor's Degree - Nursing - Chamberlain University USA (2021-01 - 2023-12)

Associate Degree - Nursing - Nurses and Midwifery Ghana (2005-01 - 2009-12)