Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
Timeline
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KWABENA AMOFAH

Calgary

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Health Facility, excelling in patient assessments in acute settings and medical/surgical Unit. Proven ability to administer medications and IVs while utilizing strong clinical judgment to enhance patient outcomes. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and educating families on health management practices.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Care Aide( Transitional Role)

Corgil Senior Living
03.2025 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to report changes in health status.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Supported nursing staff by preparing equipment and supplies for procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and families to address concerns or needs.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.

Registered Nurse (ICU)

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2024
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to track vital signs and detect changes in condition.
  • Operated advanced life support equipment proficiently during emergencies, stabilizing critically ill patients swiftly when necessary.
  • Responded promptly to emergencies, demonstrating critical thinking and effective communication skills.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
04.2018 - 06.2022
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management practices, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Registered Nurse(Emergency)

The Bank Hospital
04.2019 - 02.2022
  • Delivered patient care through comprehensive assessments and tailored treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and discharge planning.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Analyzed patient data to identify trends, ensuring timely interventions and accurate documentation.

Education

Membership - Critical Care Nursing

Ghana College Of Nurses And Midwives
Ghana
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Presbyterian University
Ghana
02-2015

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient monitoring
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Wound Care
  • Telemetry monitoring

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of ICU staff in the post surgical monitoring of 6 patients who successfully went for kidney transplant in the Korle bu Teaching Hospital

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

Health Care Aide( Transitional Role)

Corgil Senior Living
03.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse (ICU)

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2024

Registered Nurse(Emergency)

The Bank Hospital
04.2019 - 02.2022

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
04.2018 - 06.2022

Membership - Critical Care Nursing

Ghana College Of Nurses And Midwives

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Presbyterian University
KWABENA AMOFAH