Post Job Free
Sign in

Patient Care Critical

Location:
Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana
Posted:
December 29, 2024

Contact this candidate

Resume:

COMFORT

MANTEBEA

Senior Nursing Officer

Critical Care Nurse

Contact

Address

Post Office Box KF 40

Koforidua. Ghana. West

Africa

Phone

+233-**-***-****

E-mail

*****************@*****.***

Skills

• Advanced Life Support

(ALS)

• Mechanical

Ventilation

Management

• Hemodynamic

Monitoring

• Medication

Administration

• Critical Thinking and

Decision Making

• Invasive Procedures

• Diagnostic Testing

Interpretation

• Electrocardiogram

(ECG) Interpretation

• Nursing staff

management

• Patient Care and

Advocacy

• Empathy-Driven Care

• Excellent

communication

Professional Summary

Experienced Senior Nursing Officer with over 9 years in critical care nursing, possessing a Bachelor of Science in Critical Care Nursing. Proven track record of providing exceptional patient care, leadership, and clinical expertise in high-pressure environments. Skilled in advanced life support, complex medication management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to upholding the highest standards of patient safety and quality care delivery.

Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my extensive experience and expertise to contribute effectively to healthcare excellence and team success.

Work History

2014 -

Current

Unit Head of Emergency Ward

St. Joseph Hospital, Koforidua, Ghana

• Clinical Leadership: Directing and supervising

emergency nursing staff to ensure efficient patient care delivery and adherence to best practices.

• Patient Triage and Assessment: Assessing patient conditions promptly, prioritizing care based on

severity, and coordinating with medical teams for

rapid interventions.

• Emergency Response Coordination: Managing

emergency situations effectively, mobilizing

resources, and maintaining calm and efficient

operations during high-stress scenarios.

• Team Management: Providing mentorship,

guidance, and support to nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

2017 -

Current

Senior Nursing Officer

Emergency Ward, St. Joseph Hospital, Koforidua, Ghana

• Critical Patient Monitoring: Supervising and

interpreting critical patient vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation levels.

• Advanced Life Support: Performing advanced

procedures such as intubation, ventilator

management, and administering life-saving

medications in critical situations.

• Emergency Interventions: Leading rapid response

teams in emergency situations, initiating immediate interventions to stabilize patients in critical condition.

• Care Coordination: Collaborating with

interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement

individualized care plans for critically ill patients, ensuring seamless continuity of care.

2014 -2017

Nursing Officer,

Emergency Ward / Out Patient Department

St. Joseph Hospital, Koforidua, Ghana

Education

2018 - 2020

Bachelor of Science:

Critical Care Nursing

School of Perioperative and

Critical care Nursing, Korle Bu,

Ghana

ISSUED BY UNIVERSITY OF CAPE-

COAST, GHANA

2012 - 2014

Advanced Diploma:

Critical Care Nursing

School of Perioperative and

Critical care Nursing, Korle Bu,

Ghana

2006 - 2009

Diploma: Registered

General Nursing

Asante Akim Nursing and

Midwifery Training College,

Ashanti Region, Ghana.

References

Mr Valentine Kwaku Bruku

Hospital Director

St. Joseph Hospital

P.O. Box KF 40 Koforidua

Contact: +233-**-***-****

E-mail:

********@*****.***

Mrs. Beatrice Addai

Kwaning Nursing Director

Chief Nurse,

St. Joseph Hospital

P. O. Box KF 40 Koforidua

Contact: +233-**-***-****

E-mail:

**********@*****.***

• Triage and Assessment: Conduct rapid and accurate triage assessments of patients presenting to the

emergency ward/OPD, prioritizing care based on

severity of condition and medical urgency.

• Emergency Interventions: Administer emergency

treatments and interventions, such as CPR, first aid, medication administration, and wound care, in

accordance with established protocols and

guidelines.

• Patient Monitoring: Monitor patients' vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment, recognizing

and responding promptly to changes in condition or signs of deterioration.

• Coordination of Care: Coordinate patient care

activities within the emergency ward/OPD,

collaborating with physicians, other nurses,

technicians, and support staff to ensure efficient and effective delivery of care.

2010 - 2013 Staff Nurse

Female Surgical Ward, St. Joseph Hospital, Koforidua, Ghana

• Patient Care: Provide direct patient care, including pre- operative and post-operative assessment, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and dressing wounds.

• Assessment and Documentation: Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, document patient data accurately, and communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient status and care needs.

• Surgical Assistance: Assist surgeons during procedures, prepare patients for surgery, and ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are available and sterile.

• Pain Management: Monitor and manage post-operative pain, administer pain medications as prescribed, and assess effectiveness of pain relief interventions.

• Wound Care: Perform wound care procedures, including dressing changes, wound irrigation, and assessment for signs of infection or complications.

Workshops

• Certificate of Completion: Nursing

Documentation, Nursing Simulation Skills

Institute (July,2023)

• Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program,

American Heart Association, (July 2023)

• Top -Up Programme:

i. Foundational Concepts and Principles in

Nursing Midwifery Practice

ii. Change management Project

Development

Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives & Nursing

and Midwifery Council of Ghana (November –

December 2022)

.



Contact this candidate