Elizabeth Ofori
Edmonton,Alberta
Summary
Hardworking and a diligent nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Well-composed when working in challenging situations. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership skills on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Demonstrates good communication with patients and relatives during care. Certified in CPR, First Aid and AED procedures. Registered with Alberta Health Care Aide (HCA) Directory.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Presbyterian Health Center
02.2019 - 12.2023
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Caregiver, Special Needs
CarePlus Home Care
01.2020 - 11.2023
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Accompanied client on routine check ups.
- Provided care for patients with dementia.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patients progress and changes in condition.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Offered companionship and aid in daily activities to enhance the patient's well-being.
- Helped with meal preparation and handled light housekeeping responsibilities.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patients' vital information in alignment with their careplans.
- Kept an up-to-date record of patient's behavior and shared with other team members for discussion on how to best improve the support plan.
- Provided a safe positive environment for patients.
Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital
01.2015 - 02.2019
- Provided patient care to over 30 patients daily, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Assisted in patient education, helping them to understand their conditions and treatment plans.
- Assessed patient needs to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Served bedpan and changed soiled diapers
- Nasogastric tube insertion and feeding
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ghana
Legon, Accra - Ghana11.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Premier Nurses' Training College
Kumasi, Ashanti Region - Ghana12.2012
Skills
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Instrument Sterilization
- Treatment Preparation
- Procedure Assistance
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
CarePlus Home Care
01.2020 - 11.2023
Nurse
Presbyterian Health Center
02.2019 - 12.2023
Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital
01.2015 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ghana
Associate of Science - Nursing
Premier Nurses' Training College