Abigail Nti
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Ghana Health Service, adept in compassionate caregiving and vital signs monitoring. Expert in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based care and fostering independence in home settings. Excelled in mentorship, enhancing team proficiency and patient satisfaction. Skilled in home safety and dementia care, ensuring holistic support and safety for clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Home Health Care Provider
Baxter Napier & Family
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Improved family members'' peace of mind by consistently updating them on the client''s health status and addressing any concerns.
- Acted as a liaison between clients' healthcare providers and family members regarding medical updates or treatment plan changes.
- Assisted clients in maintaining their independence by offering support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to appointments, errands, or social outings while ensuring their safety and comfort during travel.
- Ensured client safety, regularly monitoring their living environment and making necessary adjustments to prevent accidents or falls.
- Managed household tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping to maintain a comfortable living environment for clients.
Home Health Aide
Community Health Care Inc
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Registered Nurse
Ghana Health Service
06.2017 - 09.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
Associate of Science - General Nursing
Cape Coast Nursing & Midwifery Training College
Cape Coast, Ghana08.2016
Skills
- Dementia Care
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Assessment
- Documentation and Charting
Certification
*Kentucky Board of Nursing Registered Nurse (RN)- 4027381
*New York State Registered Home Health Aide
Timeline
Private Home Health Care Provider
Baxter Napier & Family
05.2024 - 10.2024
Home Health Aide
Community Health Care Inc
10.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Ghana Health Service
06.2017 - 09.2023
*Kentucky Board of Nursing Registered Nurse (RN)- 4027381
*New York State Registered Home Health Aide
Associate of Science - General Nursing
Cape Coast Nursing & Midwifery Training College
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