Cynthia Opoku
Columbus
Summary
Versatile and adaptable caregiver known for strong communication and multitasking skills. Experienced in providing direct patient care while ensuring compliance with hospital protocols. Ready to leverage expertise to enhance patient experiences and support effective care delivery.
Compassionate Patient Care Associate skilled in implementing personalized care plans, enhancing patient wellbeing, and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams.
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating, and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Associate
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Columbus Ohio
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted with patient admissions, ensuring accurate data entry and compliance with hospital protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with daily living activities.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on health management practices, promoting adherence to treatment and wellness strategies.
Caregiver
Capri Gardens Nursing Home
Lewis Center, OH
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored patient health indicators, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Implemented personalized care plans based on individual resident needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall resident wellbeing.
Teacher
Ghana Education Service
Ghana
09.2006 - 09.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management techniques.
- Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
Education
State Tested Nursing Assistant -
Everyday STNA
Columbus, Ohio, USA01-2023
Diploma in Basic Education -
University of Education, Winneba
Ghana07-2015
Post Diploma in Basic Education - Basic Education
University of Education, Winneba
Ghana07-2018
3-yrs Post Secondary - 3-Year Post Secondary Teacher Certificate "A"
St. Joseph Collage of Education
Ghana06-2006
West African Senior Secondary Certificate -
Boakye Tromo Senior High Technical School
Ghana12-1997
Skills
- Care plan management
- Child Care
- Daily living support
- Multitasking
- Patient care
- CPR certification
Certification
- STNA -Sate Tested Nursing Assistant- Ohio
License Number: STNA 602612640323
- Ghana Teaching Licensed Number: PT/002469/2006
Employee of the Month
I was voted employee of the month at Capri Gardens Nursing Home on September, 2024.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Patient Care Associate
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Capri Gardens Nursing Home
02.2023 - 01.2025
Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2006 - 09.2022
State Tested Nursing Assistant -
Everyday STNA
Diploma in Basic Education -
University of Education, Winneba
Post Diploma in Basic Education - Basic Education
University of Education, Winneba
3-yrs Post Secondary - 3-Year Post Secondary Teacher Certificate "A"
St. Joseph Collage of Education
West African Senior Secondary Certificate -
Boakye Tromo Senior High Technical School