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Regina Agyemang-Karikari

Canada

Summary

Dynamic, hardworking and compassionate Nurse Midwife with a proven track record at Manhyia District Hospital, showcasing expertise in clinical leadership and effective communication. Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives, significantly enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Demonstrates adaptability, resilience, exceptional teamwork and ethical practice, adept at multitasking in fast-paced environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Labour Ward Unit Charge Nurse Midwife

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2024
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
  • Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
  • Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
  • Led community health initiatives, improving public health awareness and promoting preventive healthcare practices.
  • Enhanced emergency response times by organizing and leading drills, preparing team for actual emergencies.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing efficiency of patient care coordination.
  • Utilized advanced medical equipment and technologies within the critical care unit, which improved the patients'' diagnostics and treatments and increased their survival rates.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for ongoing professional development.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through routine audits of documentation and adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives to reduce hospital-acquired infections and improve overall patient safety.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care and effective communication practices.

Maternal Focal Person

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nurse Midwife Preceptor

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Precepted new nurses and students, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans and optimal health outcomes.
  • Assisted in quality improvement projects that led to improved patient satisfaction scores related to nursing care delivery.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency within the unit by assisting with scheduling coordination, maintaining adequate staffing levels, and ensuring proper patient assignments.
  • Reduced readmission rates by collaborating with case managers and social workers to develop comprehensive discharge plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to optimize pain management strategies for patients experiencing acute or chronic discomfort.

Workshop and Training Facilitator

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Documented workshop and training attendance participation; and provided feedback to management.
  • Provided ongoing coaching and feedback to facilitate long-term success in employee roles following completion of initial trainings.
  • Developed comprehensive job aids and resources for employees to reference post-training, enhancing knowledge retention over time.
  • Conducted post-training analysis to identify areas for improvement in future sessions, resulting in continuous refinement of program offerings.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
  • Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
  • Incorporated real-world examples into course materials to provide employees with practical applications of theoretical concepts.

Maternal and Perinatal Audit Committee Member

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Attended committee meetings to propose, discuss and advance management and investment ideas.
  • Facilitated open communication among committee members, fostering an environment of trust and mutual respect.
  • Collaborated with fellow members to achieve consensus on key policy decisions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Evaluated progress towards established objectives, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of committee meetings and decisions to ensure accountability within the group.
  • Spearheaded policy revisions by thoroughly analyzing existing guidelines and proposing improvements based on best practices.
  • Represented the committee at external conferences and forums, effectively communicating our priorities to relevant parties.

Registered Nurse Midwife

Ghana Health Service
08.2017 - 02.2021
  • Educated patients and family members regarding prenatal, postpartum or interconception care.
  • Assisted parents in coping with miscarriages, termination, stillbirths and neonatal deaths.
  • Initiated emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
  • Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
  • Conducted and assisted in over a thousand successful births and provided post-partum counseling for struggling families to increase happiness and health of newborns and mothers.
  • Administered pain medication during deliveries to keep mothers comfortable and safe during delivery.
  • Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
  • Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
  • Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices when making clinical decisions, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients under my care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for high-risk pregnancies.
  • Provided emotional support to families coping with miscarriages or other pregnancy-related issues, fostering resilience during challenging times.

Nurse Midwife

Tafo Government Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Conducted home visits for prenatal checkups or postpartum follow-ups when needed, ensuring access to quality care for all patients.
  • Safeguarded maternal and neonatal wellbeing during labor by closely monitoring vital signs and progress of both mother and baby.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success, offering guidance on proper latch techniques and troubleshooting common challenges.
  • Conducted routine physical examinations of newborns and infants.
  • Assisted physicians during cesarean sections when necessary while advocating for the family''s preferred birth experience within medical constraints.
  • Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
  • Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
  • 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.
  • Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Developed individualized care plans for patients, resulting in improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Education

Business Administration

Eton College
Vancouver, BC
06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Midwifery

Garden City University College
Kumasi, Ghana
08.2023

Nursing Midwifery

Nursing And Midwifery Training Collige
Tepa Ashanti Region
08.2014

Skills

  • Clinical Leadership
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Compassionate Care
  • Care Coordination
  • Nursing Expertise
  • Ethical Practice
  • Clinical judgment
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Maternal Focal Person

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2024

Labour Ward Unit Charge Nurse Midwife

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2024

Nurse Midwife Preceptor

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2024

Workshop and Training Facilitator

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2024

Maternal and Perinatal Audit Committee Member

Manhyia District Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2024

Registered Nurse Midwife

Ghana Health Service
08.2017 - 02.2021

Nurse Midwife

Tafo Government Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2016

Business Administration

Eton College

Bachelor of Science - Midwifery

Garden City University College

Nursing Midwifery

Nursing And Midwifery Training Collige

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