Mental Health Nurse
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Summary
Compassionate and hardworking registered nurse with extensive experience in primary and mental health care. Skilled in delivering effective, quality nursing care to patients of all ages. Adept at managing crisis situations, applying sound judgment, and adhering to ethical standards. Passionate about collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and institutional policies. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
Work Experience
Nursing Officer
Tema General Hospital – Tema, Ghana 2024 – Present
Monitor patients for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes.
Assist with patient hygiene, including bathing, shaving, and oral care.
Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and staff.
Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
Deliver safe and effective nursing care while considering patient and family input.
Track patient progress and update care plans as needed.
Coordinate with healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care. Nursing Officer
Pantang Hospital – Accra, Ghana 2013 – 2023
Performed routine assessments and addressed medical concerns.
Assisted with daily hygiene and wellness activities.
Maintained effective communication with patients and healthcare teams.
Evaluated and delivered safe, effective care plans.
Ensured patient comfort through repositioning and bedding changes.
Supported patient mobility and transfers between beds and chairs. Nurse Intern (National Service)
Tema General Hospital, Ashaiman Metropolitan Hospital, Pantang Hospital – Accra 2009 – 2010
Checked and recorded vital signs accurately.
Monitored intake and output charts for patient care.
Assisted with routine nursing procedures under supervision.
Provided basic patient hygiene and comfort measures. Education
Diploma in Mental Health Nursing
Pantang Nurses Training College, Accra (2008)
Basic Information Technology Course
Basileia Computer Services Limited (2005)
Miriam Larko Glover
Tema, Ghana
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High School Diploma
Private Candidate (2003)
Leventis Foundation Training Program
University of Ghana Faculty of Agriculture (2000)
National Vocational Training Institute Grade 1 & 2 Afienya Youth Leadership and Skills Training Institute (1999) Certifications
Registered Mental Health Nurse (July 2012)
Mental Health, Human Rights & Recovery Certification (November 2019)
Basic Life Support (CPR) Certification
Infection Prevention Certification
Workshops Attended
Psychological Support for Patients Under Quarantine/Isolation
Management of Acute Confusion in CNS Infections
Effective Hand Washing Techniques
COVID-19 Infection Prevention
Blood Glucose Monitoring
Aggression Management
Mental Health and Human Rights Recovery
Skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Leadership and resourcefulness
Infection control and CPR
Time management and stamina
Documentation and record-keeping
Administration of medication
References
Available upon request.
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