BELINDA DOKU BESSEY
Columbus,OH
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kenwood Healthcare
Cincinnati, OH
08.2024 - Current
- 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
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions
- Tracheostomy care, nephrostomy care, setting and removal of PICC line
Registered Nurse
Riverside Healthcare Center
Dayton, OH
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Patient Assessment and Care Planning
- Wound care and vitals monitoring
- Coordination of care
- Crisis Management, first aid and CPR
- Supervision and mentorship of nursing staff
Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverside Healthcare
Dayton, OH
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Greater Accra Regional Hospital
Accra, Ghana
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care
Registered Nurse
Lekma Hospital
Accra, Ghana
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit
- Assisted doctors to perform minor procedures such as suturing of deep cut and passing of NG tube
- Passed, removal of catheter and also care of the catheter
- Educated out-patients daily on conditions such as DM, hypertension, anemia, STDs and also dietary management on such conditions
- Removal of minor sutures
Registered Nurse
Ussher Polyclinic
Accra, Ghana
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care
- Performed personal hygiene activities such as changing of diaper, bed bathing, brushing of teeth and changing of soiled linen for bedridden patients
- Monitored and documented vital signs of inpatients
- Dressed surgical wounds and bedsore aseptically and also disinfected used instruments used for wound dressing
- Educated out-patients daily on conditions such as DM, hypertension, anemia, STDs and also dietary management on such conditions
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kenwood Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Riverside Healthcare Center
03.2024 - 07.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverside Healthcare
11.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Greater Accra Regional Hospital
04.2021 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Ussher Polyclinic
10.2019 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
Lekma Hospital
05.2019 - 10.2020