GLADYS OWUSU
Brampton,ON
Summary
I am dedicated and compassionate with delivering care to clients. My strong organizational skills and effective time management enable me to excel under pressure and meet the unique needs of each client efficiently. I uphold high standards of professionalism in executing all tasks, earning the trust and confidence of clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker/Care Giver
Just Like Family Home Care
07.2024 - Current
- Reporting changes in client status or safety concerns to supervising RPN/RN
- Interacting and socializing with clients and residents.
- Assisting clients and residents with their activities of daily living such as dressing,bathing,feeding and grooming.
- Assisting with transferring and repositioning clients.
- Working with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best quality of care for clients.
- Assist with medication reminders.
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of individuals served.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry services for residents.
Peri-operative Nurse (Intern)
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted in setting up operating room for surgical procedures with the necessary equipment, instruments and supplies
- Assisted in advocate for patients’ safety, comfort, and well-being throughout the peri-operative process
- Assisted in monitoring patients’ vital signs, positioning, and maintaining sterile field during surgery.
- Assisted in accurately documenting all aspects of patient care, including assessment, interventions and outcomes.
- Maintaining Infection Prevention and Control measures.
- Evaluated patient outcomes following operations using evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare team members regarding patient information updates or concerns related to perioperative care.
- Assisted surgeons in the operating room by providing sterile technique when handling instruments or supplies.
- Ensured that all instruments, supplies, equipment, and drugs were properly handled before, during, and after surgical procedures.
Senior Staff Nurse
Kibi Government Hospital, Ghana
Ghana
08.2020 - 03.2024
- Prepared clients for surgical procedures at the theatre.
- Maintained Infection Prevention and Control Practice in the theatre
- Coach new staff nurses and nursing students in learning activities.
- Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
- Managed admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
- Monitored and supervised the performance of junior staff in patient care activities and delegated tasks.
- Participated in departmental meetings to discuss patient issues, concerns, goals; offered solutions when appropriate.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality of care for patients.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures, and bandages.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs and patients reactions.
Staff Nurse
Kibi Government Hospital
Ghana
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Administered feeding per nasogastric tubes
- Maintained confidentiality of client care and records.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Insertion of peripheral intravenous lines.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Coached nursing students in learning activities
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
- Administered feeding per nasogastric tubes.
- Provided health teachings to the patients and their families.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
Education
Bachelor of Science. Peri-operative Nursing -
School of Peri-operative And Critical Care Nursing
Korle-Bu, Ghana07.2023
Diploma in General Nursing -
Nursing And Midwifery Training College, Koforidua-Ghana
07-2015
Aburi Girls Senior High School
Aburi, Ghana06-2011
Personal Support Worker
Anderson College of Health,Business And Technology
North York, OntarioSkills
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective time management
- High standards of professionalism
- Initiative and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Good team player
- Documentation
- First aid and safety
- Patient Care
- Excellent customer care skills
- Supportive Companionship
Certification
Bachelor of Science. Perioperative Nursing
Diploma in Nursing
Standard First Aid/CPR Level C
Basic Life Support
Mask Fit
Timeline
Personal Support Worker/Care Giver
Just Like Family Home Care
07.2024 - Current
Peri-operative Nurse (Intern)
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Staff Nurse
Kibi Government Hospital, Ghana
08.2020 - 03.2024
Staff Nurse
Kibi Government Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science. Peri-operative Nursing -
School of Peri-operative And Critical Care Nursing
Diploma in General Nursing -
Nursing And Midwifery Training College, Koforidua-Ghana
Aburi Girls Senior High School
Personal Support Worker
Anderson College of Health,Business And Technology