ANITA VERA VICAR
St. Catharines,ON
Summary
Experienced in nursing over ten (10) years; delivering exceptional patient care based on individual needs. Successful at optimizing delivery and quality through streamlined and modernized nursing actions and optimal resource allocation. Skilled in team leadership and collaboration with a stellar best-in-class record.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR NURSING OFFICER
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Assisted with activities of daily living for critically ill patients including bed bath, oral care and changing of diaper.
- Provided professional nursing care to acutely and chronically ill patients.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patient progress and needs.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Adhered to hospital policies, procedures, regulations and standards of professional practice
- Ensured all necessary documentation was completed accurately within required timelines
- Attended continuing education programs designed to stay abreast of current trends in healthcare services
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
NURSING OFFICER
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Provided prompt response to medical emergencies in the hospital setting.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate of patients.
- Cared for patients by providing comfort measures and emotional support.
- Monitored fluid intake and output.
- Provided catheter care.
- Provided hair and toe care.
SENIOR STAFF NURSE
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
01.2013 - 09.2017
- Assessed and evaluated patient care needs, developed individualized care plans, and maintained accurate medical records
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations
- Coordinated admission, transfer, discharge planning activities with physicians, social workers, and other health professionals
- Assisted with feeding.
STAFF NURSE
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
04.2010 - 04.2013
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
Education
Palliative Care Multidiscipline
Niagara College
Welland, ON12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Ghana, Accra
05.2018
College Diploma - General Nursing
Koforidua Nursing Training College, Koforidua
08.2008
Skills
- Patient Care Management
- Staff Mentoring and Coaching
- Patient Treatment Planning
- Care Quality Assessments
- Problem solving
- Patient Services Coordination
- Communication
- Leadership
Languages
English
Certificates And License
- Bachelor of Public Health
- Diploma in nursing
- Certificate (Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana)
- Certificate in Leadership and Management in Health
- Certificate in Clinical Management (HIV)
- Certificate in Pathway to Care
- Presidential Honour for Distinguished Service during the peak of the Covid-19 Pandemic.
- Dementia care
References
References available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Reading
- Researching
Timeline
SENIOR NURSING OFFICER
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
09.2021 - 03.2024
NURSING OFFICER
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
09.2018 - 08.2021
SENIOR STAFF NURSE
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
01.2013 - 09.2017
STAFF NURSE
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
04.2010 - 04.2013
Palliative Care Multidiscipline
Niagara College
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Ghana, Accra
College Diploma - General Nursing
Koforidua Nursing Training College, Koforidua
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