Baffour Dwobeng
Philadelphia,United States
Summary
Motivated Home Health Registered Nurse offering 2 years of experience providing individualized nursing care at patient residences. Passionate and focused with success handling issues and educating patients on medical conditions.
Dedicated and well-qualified Psychiatric RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 118+ year record in field.
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Registered Nurse
Compassionate Care. LLC
Philadelphia, United States
04.2021 - 02.2024
- Assessed and evaluated patient's condition, including physical and psychological status, to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care by administering medications, treatments, wound care, injections, and other skilled procedures as ordered by the physician.
- Collaborated with physicians and other health team members to plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessment data and nursing interventions in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with chronic illness or end of life situations.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols in order to prevent spread of disease within the community.
- Continually monitored changing needs of clients while adapting treatment plans accordingly.
- Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
- Provided home health aide care providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
- Utilized learned nursing skills for wound care, vital sign checking and medication assistance.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration.
- Educated patients regarding their diagnosis and treatment plan while promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions based on outcomes achieved relative to goals established in the care plan.
Forensic Mental Health Nurse
Norristown State Hospital
Norristown, PA
10.2002 - 10.2020
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
- Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organization.
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Graduate Nurse
Temple University Health System
Philadelphia, PA
01.2002 - 09.2002
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient assessments, treatments, and discharge instructions.
- Provided direct care to patients in the form of administering medications, wound care, vital signs monitoring, injections, and IVs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as pulse rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
- Implemented infection control measures within assigned unit in order to maintain a safe environment.
- Communicated clinical information to patients and family members.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University Of Science And Technology
Kumasi. Ghana06-1985
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Indirect Patient Care
- Diabetes Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Counseling
- Palliative Care
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse
Compassionate Care. LLC
04.2021 - 02.2024
Forensic Mental Health Nurse
Norristown State Hospital
10.2002 - 10.2020
Graduate Nurse
Temple University Health System
01.2002 - 09.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gwynedd Mercy University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University Of Science And Technology
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