Betty Acquah
Maplewood,MN
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
Wyoming, MN
02.2026 - Current
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Monitored patient vital signs and laboratory results to assess treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on dialysis procedures, enhancing understanding and compliance with treatment regimens.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of patient data and treatment outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering skill development and promoting adherence to clinical standards.
- Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with kidney disease.
Registered Nurse-On Call
The Villas at New Brighton
New Brighton, MN
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing overall patient safety and wellness standards.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
Regency Hospital
Golden Valley, Minnesota
07.2023 - 01.2026
- Performed wound care for post-operative patients.
- Conducted patient education on disease prevention and proper nutrition.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the Critical Care Unit.
- Provided guidance and clinical expertise to nursing staff regarding CCU protocols and procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for CCU patients transitioning home or to a rehabilitation facility.
- Managed life sustaining treatments such as ventilator support or dialysis therapies.
- Evaluated new equipment prior to use in order to ensure safe operation.
- Assessed patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
St. Louis Park, MN05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nurse Practitioner -AGPNP
Herzing University, Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Wound Care
- Precepting
- Diabetes management
- Emergency Response
- Lab result interpretation
- IV management
- Ventilator support
- Care Planning
- Critical Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Taking vitals
- Feeding pumps understanding
- G-tube care
- Infection control measures
- Ventilator care
- Gastroenteral nutrition education
- Collecting vitals
- Critical Drips management
- Blood Transfusion management
- Heparin Drips management
- Blood Draws
Certification
- Certified Public Health Nurse
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
02.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse-On Call
The Villas at New Brighton
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Regency Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Bachelor of Science - Nurse Practitioner -AGPNP
Herzing University, Minneapolis