Summary
Work History
Education
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Timeline
Languages
GAPS
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BERNICE KUMAH

Sekondi -Takoradi

Summary

Thoughtful Midwife at Effia Nkwanta Regional hospital sekondi with distinguished knowledge of providing maternal health education for birthing and new mothers. Skilled in closely monitoring vital signs and dedicated to both safety and happiness of patients. Closely monitors health while maintaining stringent focus on patient comfort and safety.

Work History

Caregiver

Honesty home care limited
03 2023 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.

Registed midwife

Ghana Health Service
10 2020 - Current
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable birthing environment by implementing evidence-based practices in pain management techniques.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth with vigilant monitoring of maternal and fetal wellbeing throughout labor.
  • Increased breastfeeding success rates by offering lactation support and guidance to new mothers.
  • Performed neonatal assessments by checking baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health at birth.
  • Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
  • Counseled patients and families on reproductive health and contraception.
  • Monitored the health of mothers and babies post-delivery, providing guidance and support.

Community health nursing

Adansi community clinic.
10 2007 - 10 2018
  • Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in community health nursing.
  • Managed immunization clinics, ensuring timely administration of vaccinations and reducing the spread of communicable diseases.
  • Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and patients'' families, facilitating communication and fostering trust.
  • Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
  • Coordinated patient referrals to specialized services, ensuring timely access to needed care.
  • Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
  • Provision of family planing services to individuals and couples
  • Conducting of school healh services in the community.
  • Weighing of children under 5 years

Education

Diploma - Midwifery

Nursing and midwifery training college
10.2020

Certificate - Community Health Nursing

Nursing and midwifery training college
12.2006

West African Examination Council Certificate - Home Economics

Mpohor Senior high School
06.2001

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organization and Time Management
  • catheter care
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Planning and Coordination
  • maternal health and education
  • high risk pregnacy care
  • mobility asistance
  • vital signs monitoring

Timeline

Caregiver

Honesty home care limited
03 2023 - Current

Registed midwife

Ghana Health Service
10 2020 - Current

Community health nursing

Adansi community clinic.
10 2007 - 10 2018

Diploma - Midwifery

Nursing and midwifery training college

Certificate - Community Health Nursing

Nursing and midwifery training college

West African Examination Council Certificate - Home Economics

Mpohor Senior high School

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

GAPS

  • 08/2018-10/2020......Study leave

Reference

  • Avaliable on request

Declaration

I Bernice Kumah,declear that all information provided about me is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge

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