Eric Amponsah, RN
Sumter,SC
Summary
Recent nursing graduate with extensive clinical rotation experience at Prisma Health Richland, skilled in patient assessment and critical thinking. Demonstrated ability to manage complex cases and ensure safety compliance. Proficient in EHR systems and effective communication, enhancing patient care and teamwork. Committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Rotations - Cardiac Health Unit
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia, SC
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided patient care
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Specimen Collection & Phlebotomy
Clinical Rotations
Mcleod Health McLeod Regional Medical Center
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Documented care accurately.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted thorough patient evaluations, identifying critical changes in condition.
- Monitored and reported patient responses to treatments and interventions.
- Demonstrated strong time-management, prioritization, and clinical-judgment skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed Foley insertion.
Clinical Rotations - OB Unit
Prisma Tuomey
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Monitored maternal and fetal vital signs, reporting any abnormalities to the nursing team.
- Documented patient assessments and care interventions accurately in electronic medical records.
- Performed routine assessments, including monitoring uterine contractions and fetal heart rates.
Clinical Rotations - Pediatric Unit
Prisma Health Richland
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Performed comprehensive assessments on pediatric patients, monitoring vital signs and overall health status.
- Assisted with activities of daily living, ensuring safety and comfort during patient care.
- Conducted developmental assessments, identifying delays and coordinating interventions as needed.
Clinical Rotations - Medical Unit
Prisma Tuomey Hospital
Sumter, SC
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed care for 2-3 acute medical-surgical patients with complex comorbidities.
- Performed advanced assessments including cardiac, respiratory, neuro.
- Administered oral, IM, SQ, IV push medications under RN supervision.
- Performed Foley insertion.
- Assessed and monitored chest tubes, drains, central lines, and postoperative surgical sites.
- Provided patient and family education on medications, disease processes, and discharge instructions.
- Documented care accurately using EMR and communicated patient updates using SBAR.
Clinical Rotations
MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center
Camden, SC
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Performed full head-to-toe and focused assessments on adult medical-surgical patients.
- Administered oral, SQ, IM medications under RN supervision using MAR verification.
- Performed wound care, dressing changes, Foley catheter insertion.
- Provided care for patients with acute and chronic conditions (respiratory, cardiac, renal, GI, endocrine).
- Utilized SBAR for effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Implemented infection-control precautions, fall-prevention protocols, and safe patient-handling techniques.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the EMR.
- Demonstrated strong time-management, prioritization, and clinical-judgment skills in a fast-paced environment.
Clinical Rotations
Sumter East Health and Rehabilitation Center
Sumter, SC
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed comprehensive assessments and monitored vital signs for geriatric residents.
- Assisted with ADLs, safe transfers, and mobility using gait belts and Hoyer lifts.
- Implemented fall-prevention and skin-integrity protocols.
- Observed and participated in wound care, pressure-injury prevention, and Braden scoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and delivered empathetic, resident-centered care.
- Documented care accurately.
- Gained experience supporting residents with dementia.
Education
Associate Degree in Applied Science - Nursing ( ADN)
Central Carolina Technical
Sumter, SC08.2024
Pre-Nursing Prep Certificate -
Central Technical College
Sumter, SC05.2022
Sixth Form Program - 4 CAPE subjects(Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examinations)
York Castle High School
Brown's Town, Jamaica07.2021
High School Diploma - Graduated with 8 CSEC subjects and 2 CAPE
York Castle High School
Brown's Town, Jamaica07.2020
Fairfield Central High School
Winnsboro, SC06.2018
Skills
- Computer literacy
- Critical Thinking skills
- Patient assessment
- Experience with an EHR system/ experience with Epic
- Time management
- Prioritization
- Phlebotomy
- Foley care
- Bedside Care/Manner
Certification
• Basic Life Support(BLS) through the AHA
• Registered Professional Nursing license(RN,NC)(License #:)
• Registered Professional Nursing license(RN,NC)(License #:)
Work Experience
SHIFT LEAD | 10/2024 - Current
Starbucks, Columbia SC
- Led team members in maintaining a clean and organized workspace to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Facilitated effective communication among team members to enhance collaboration and improve service delivery.
- Resolved customer complaints and concerns promptly, reinforcing a positive experience and loyalty.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures, promoting a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Provided guidance and support to other team members as needed.
- Upheld company standards and compliance requirements for operations.
COOK | 09/2021 - 09/2023
Sambino's Bistro - Sumter, SC
- This job required the ability to follow directions, the ability to complete work at an efficient rate while upholding a certain standard.
- The job also required an individual to adequately prep in anticipation of the work day, maintain a balanced workspace, and it also required autonomy and leadership at times.
Community Service
Bamboo Clinic, Voluntary experience at a local clinic that consisted of aiding nurses in providing education for community members (mainly new mothers), assessment of children from birth to adulthood, assisting with the upkeep of records, etc.
Timeline
Clinical Rotations - Cardiac Health Unit
Prisma Health Richland
05.2024 - 07.2024
Clinical Rotations
Mcleod Health McLeod Regional Medical Center
05.2024 - 07.2024
Clinical Rotations - OB Unit
Prisma Tuomey
02.2024 - 03.2024
Clinical Rotations - Pediatric Unit
Prisma Health Richland
02.2024 - 03.2024
Clinical Rotations - Medical Unit
Prisma Tuomey Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
Clinical Rotations
MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center
02.2023 - 03.2023
Clinical Rotations
Sumter East Health and Rehabilitation Center
11.2022 - 12.2022
Associate Degree in Applied Science - Nursing ( ADN)
Central Carolina Technical
Pre-Nursing Prep Certificate -
Central Technical College
Sixth Form Program - 4 CAPE subjects(Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examinations)
York Castle High School
High School Diploma - Graduated with 8 CSEC subjects and 2 CAPE
York Castle High School
Fairfield Central High School