Linda Adjepong
Kumasi,Ghana
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate certified nursing assistant with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient-centered care. Experienced in working with bedridden and physically challenged seniors as well as other vulnerable adults. Seeking to leverage 5+ years of bedside nursing experience and expertise to support hospital, long-term care, and residential care facilities in Canada. Ambitious certified nursing assistant with extensive experience in patient care within medical settings. Strong observational skills, combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities, enable the provision of quality care and patient education. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport, ensuring each individual receives the highest level of care possible.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant
Afrancho Polyclinic
04.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Ghana Health Service
- Administers medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitors responses
- Evaluate healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connect to optimal care
- Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans for patients, ensuring they receive appropriate and effective treatment
- Provides direct patient care, stabilizes patients and determines the next course of action
- Ghana Health Service
- Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Half Assin Government Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Worked in the intensive care units as well as hospital wards
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, documenting all aspects of care and treatment
- Performed and assisted with various medical procedures, such as IV insertions and catheterizations
- Made patients aware of their treatment to ensure they are fully informed and consented to their treatment
- Recommended drugs and other forms of treatments like physical therapy, etc
- Provided medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular routes, and monitored patient responses
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Nurse Aid
Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, documenting assessments, treatments, and patient progress
- Provided immediate care in emergencies, such as suicidal ideation or aggressive behavior
- Used de-escalation techniques to manage and calm patients experiencing acute mental health crises
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists, to coordinate comprehensive patient care
- Report any changes in patients' condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals
Nurse Aid
Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Regularly checked and recorded patients' vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and heart rate
- Provided immediate care in emergencies, such as CPR and first aid
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for patients, ensuring they receive appropriate and effective treatment
- Conducted initial and ongoing assessments of patient's health status and needs
- Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and preventive care
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant Training -
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Asankragua-Ghana05.2018
Skills
- Patient care
- Clinical Support
- Communication and Teamwork
- Administration
- Physical fitness
Certification
- CPR, American Red Cross, 2024
- Certified Nursing Assistant License, Nurses and Midwifery Council, Ghana
- English Proficiency Exam (IELTS)
- Police Vulnerable Check, last 6 months
- Covid 19 Vaccination Card
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/28/96
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant
Afrancho Polyclinic
04.2023 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Half Assin Government Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2022
Nurse Aid
Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2020
Nurse Aid
Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital
05.2018 - 04.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant Training -
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
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