Registered Nurse Mental Health
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Sandra Kumako
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16th Tweneboa Link - South Odorkor, Accra, Ghana
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Seasoned RN with 5+ years mastering the nuances of both surgical and medical care. I excel at pre-operative assessments, assisting in complex surgeries, and orchestrating optimal patient recovery. Beyond the technical expertise, I thrive in collaborating with teams to address patients' physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs, ensuring holistic well-being while maintaining impeccable documentation and upholding patient confidentiality. My passion for exceptional care shines through in every interaction, making me a dedicated asset to any healthcare team.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Patient Assessment and Care Planning
• Medication Administration
• Record Keeping and Documentation
• Surgical Procedures and Patient Recovery
• Wound care and home visit
• Mental Health care
• Hospice and Palliative care.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Registered Nurse – Surgical Unit
Seventh Day Adventist Hospital Gbawe, Ghana Oct 2022 – Present
• Provided holistic patient-centered care, encompassing physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and psychological aspects of well-being.
• Prepared patients for surgical procedures, ensuring proper pre-operative preparation and addressing any concerns or anxieties.
• Assisted in wound dressing, employing proper sterile techniques, and promoting optimal wound healing.
• Scrubbed for surgical gynecological cases, ensuring a sterile field, and assisting the surgeon during procedures
• Administered medications safely and effectively, ensuring patient safety and adherence to treatment protocols.
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date medical records, adhering to legal and ethical standards.
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Registered Nurse - Surgical Unit
St Martin's Memorial Hospital Dansoman, Ghana. Dec 2019 - Sep 2022
• Provided comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients, encompassing assessment, care planning, and intervention implementation.
• Prepared trays for canulation and skillfully administered IV infusions, ensuring accurate delivery of fluids and medications.
• Scrubbed for surgical gynecological cases, ensuring a sterile field, and assisting the surgeon during procedures
• Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physicians, closely monitoring patient responses for adverse reactions.
• Educated patients and their families about pre- and post-operative care procedures, fostering informed decision-making, and reducing anxiety.
• Maintained a sterile operating room environment, adhering to strict infection control protocols.
Enrolled Nurse
Bethel Methodist Medical Centre Takoradi, Ghana. Sep 2016 - Nov 2019.
Enrolled Nurse
Ahmadiyya Mission Hospital Takoradi, Daboase. Sep 2013 - April 2016.
• Provided direct patient care, including wound management, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring.
• Collected, stored, and retrieved patient data accurately and confidentially, upholding patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Performed regular vital signs assessments, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure measurements.
• Implemented the discharge planning process upon patient admission, ensuring a smooth transition from hospital care to home or other post-acute settings.
• Provided health education and registered nursing care in public health units and through home visits, addressing the needs of underserved communities.
• Managed complex home care cases, coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure optimal care.
• Provided support for patients and their relatives, addressing their physical, emotional, and social needs.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in General Nursing
Kaaf University College • Kasoa, Ghana
July 2021 - May 2023
Diploma in General Nursing
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology • Kumasi, Ghana February 2017 - January 2019
PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Alison
• Emergency Response: Using AED – Alison
• Health Assistant Certificate - Ghana
• Preventing Dementia
Certificate – University of Tasmania
• Traumatic Brain Injury Certificate - University of Tasmania
REFERENCES
Dr. Paul Gadri
SDA Hospital Gbawe, Ghana
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Dr. Emmanuel Adofo
St. Martins Memorial Hospital
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Mr. Augustine Ackon (Manager)
Bethel Methodist Medical Centre ad5osk@r.postjobfree.com
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