GIFTY AMOAH
Regina,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with four years experience distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Housekeeping Aide
Cogir Senior Living
Regina, Saskatchewan
06.2024 - Current
- Removed trash from all guest rooms on a daily basis.
- Followed specific cleaning instructions provided by supervisors.
- Transported soiled linens from guest rooms to laundry area for cleaning.
- Complied with safety rules set forth by management during daily operations.
- Ensured that all equipment was in proper working order before use.
- Reported maintenance issues to the supervisor immediately.
Caregiver
Sienna Senior Living
Regina
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Maintained accurate records of incidents that occurred in the residence hall.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
Registered Nurse
Adventist Hospital Breman
Kumasi, Ashanti Region
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with family members or other health team members.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and monitored patient responses.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Managed instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
- Assessed patient condition, vital signs and lab values to ensure safety during surgery.
Registered Rotation Nurse
Suntreso Government Hospital
Kumasi, Ghana
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Developed effective communication strategies with fellow healthcare professionals regarding patient status updates.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to critical care nursing practices.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered to each patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients' families during difficult times.
- Provided post-operative care after major surgeries such as heart bypasses or organ transplants.
- Educated family members on proper home-care techniques for discharged patients.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs of critically ill patients.
- Successfully managed multiple tasks while maintaining focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care.
- Provided emotional support for family members during end-of-life situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in order to provide quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Adventist Hospital Breman
Kumasi, Ghana
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nursing And Midwifery Training College, Kumasi
Ghana08-2019
High School Diploma -
Kumasi Girls’ Senior High School
Kumasi, Ghana05-2016
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Medical record management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care coordination
- Team collaboration
- Incident reporting
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Client privacy protection
- Health and safety compliance
- Customer service-focused
Languages
English
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- College of Registered Nurses of Alberta RN Permit
- College of Registered Nurses of Alberta Medication Certification
- Alberta Health Care Aide
- Medication assistant Saskatchewan Health Authority
- First Aide and CPR
- Basic Life Support
- TLR
- Registered Professional Nurse New York Board of Nursing
- Registered Nurse,NMC -Ghana
Affiliations
- Reading
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
Sienna Senior Living
07.2024 - 02.2025
Housekeeping Aide
Cogir Senior Living
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Adventist Hospital Breman
01.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Adventist Hospital Breman
03.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Rotation Nurse
Suntreso Government Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nursing And Midwifery Training College, Kumasi
High School Diploma -
Kumasi Girls’ Senior High School
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