Patient Care Senior Staff

Ellen Aboagyewah Tenkorang

Phone: +233-********* / +233-********* Email: ***************@*****.***

Location: Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Professional Summary

A dedicated and experienced medical professional with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and a Diploma in Midwifery. With over 7 years of hands-on experience, I have developed strong expertise in patient care, first aid, hygiene practices, and medical procedures. Adept at working both independently and within multidisciplinary teams, I excel in providing high-quality healthcare services, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining detailed records. Seeking opportunities to apply my extensive healthcare knowledge in a patient-focused role. Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in patient care and emergency response.

• Expertise in medication administration, wound care, and monitoring vital signs.

• Competent in nasogastric tube feeding, catheterization, and stoma care.

• Ability to work under pressure and multitask effectively.

• Experienced in mentoring and training healthcare students.

• Knowledgeable in First Aid, infection control, and hygiene practices. Professional Experience

Senior Staff Midwife

Salvation Army Hospital, Mamobi, Greater Accra Region, Ghana June 2019 – Present

• Administer intravenous, intramuscular, and oral medications to patients.

• Provide wound dressing, nasogastric feeding, and stoma care.

• Assist with pre- and post-operative care for patients.

• Educate patients and their families on medical conditions and post-discharge care.

• Monitor fluid intake, blood sugar levels, and patient vitals.

• Supervise junior staff and train students in clinical procedures.

• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with hospital protocols. Home Care Aide / BSN / Senior Staff Midwife

May 2019 – Current

• Managed medication passes and treatment schedules to verify proper administration.

• Responded promptly to changes in conditions and emergency situations to deliver expert care in line with good practices and patient’s wishes.

• Collaborated across departments to meet resident’s long-term care needs.

• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

• Observed strict safety measures including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.

Senior Staff Midwife

Salvation Army Hospital, Mamobi, Greater Accra Region, Ghana April 2017 – May 2019

• Performed resuscitation, medication administration, and patient hygiene.

• Supported patients through personal care and treatment regimens.

• Acted as a preceptor for student training programs in the hospital.

• Provided comprehensive patient care and advised families on healthcare issues. Staff Midwife (Rotation: Medical & Surgical Wards) Ridge Regional Hospital, Greater Accra Region, Ghana January 2015 – February 2016

• Assisted in feeding, hygiene, and wound care for patients.

• Supported doctors during surgeries and medical procedures.

• Monitored vital signs and helped maintain patient comfort. Intern (Surgical Ward and Medical Ward)

37 Military Hospital, Accra, Ghana

November 2012 – January 2013

• Assisted in wound dressing, medication administration, and vital sign checks.

• Decontaminated medical instruments and ensured patient safety. Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Ghana Christian University College, Accra, Ghana

October 2020 – October 2022

Diploma in Midwifery

Koforidua Nursing And Midwifery Training College, Eastern Region, Ghana October 2011 – May 2014

References

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