BARBARA DAMOAH
North Attleboro,MA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Psyche Unit
2023.01 - Current
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Student Nurse
South Shore Hospital, Med Surge Unit
2022.07 - 2022.12
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
Direct Care Counsellor
Care Dynamics
2019.05 - 2022.03
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Cleaned, groomed or draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Direct Care Counsellor
Cerebral Palsy Association of NY
2017.01 - 2019.04
- Helped special-needs individuals succeed in getting through their day-to-day activities
- Administer medication to consumers
- Encouraged involvement in community resources to increase activity and social interaction
- Assisted individuals in maintaining relationships with family and friends
Home Health Aide
All City Home Care
2012.01 - 2016.12
- Provided quality nurturing care to resident in senior community homes
- Assisted and administered medications to residents as prescribed by physician
- Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of all residents, rooms and equipment Performed and recorded patient medical history and vital signs
- Monitored and checked resident glucose levels and administered insulin injections as prescribed
- Supervised Medication management and patient coordinating according to Individual Service Plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts
Boston, MA05.2023
ABSN - undefined
05.2023
Medical Assistant Diploma - undefined
Allen School
06.2015
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants - undefined
04.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Ghana
05.2005
SSSCE - Business Accounting
Asanteman Senior High School
05.2001
Skills
- Measuring Medication Dosages
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Health and Wellness Education
- Patient Records
- Verbal and Written Communication
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Microsoft Office
- Isolation Precautions
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Vitals Documentation
- Administer Medication
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
You can do anything you set your mind to
Benjamin Franklin
Timeline
Student Nurse
St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Psyche Unit
2023.01 - Current
Student Nurse
South Shore Hospital, Med Surge Unit
2022.07 - 2022.12
Direct Care Counsellor
Care Dynamics
2019.05 - 2022.03
Direct Care Counsellor
Cerebral Palsy Association of NY
2017.01 - 2019.04
Home Health Aide
All City Home Care
2012.01 - 2016.12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts
ABSN - undefined
Medical Assistant Diploma - undefined
Allen School
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants - undefined
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Ghana
SSSCE - Business Accounting
Asanteman Senior High School
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