Evelyn Yiyia
Corona,USA
Summary
Evelyn Yiyia is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife, Registered Public Nurse with over 5+ years of experience providing care to wide variety of patients. She has proven the ability to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced and teamwork suited environment. She's calm and level headed with the ability to handle difficult and high stress situations. She uses strong verbal communication skills and humor to develop strong relationships with patients, their families and coworkers alike. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Unit Registered Nurse/Health Unit Coordinator
ARCH CARE TERENCE CARDINAL COOKE HEALTH CARE CENTER
01.2021 - Current
- - Evaluate and document patients' medical conditions, histories, and symptoms with accuracy and thoroughness.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical guidelines and protocols.
- Develop individualized care plans for patients or provide relevant information to enhance existing care plans.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes. - Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Prevented adverse events by meticulously following infection control practices in all aspects of patient care.
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
KRIS AGENCY & HOME CARE INC
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Responsible for daily/weekly doctors visits along with Home Care remedies
- Prepare and serve meals based on the doctor's diet plan and patients nutritional requirements
- Trained family members on caregiving techniques, empowering them to better support their loved ones during the recovery process.
- Developed strong relationships with primary care providers to facilitate open communication and seamless care coordination.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for patients, resulting in improved overall health.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from hospital to home care settings by collaborating with discharge planners and healthcare professionals.
REGISTERED NURSE
DANFA HEALTH CENTER
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
REGISTERED MIDWIFE
ACHIMOTA HOSPITAL
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Improved patient health outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments, identifying risk factors, and developing individualized care plans.
- Performed prenatal and postnatal examinations.
- Participated in advanced practice training and worked alongside physicians.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patients'' behavior change for improved prenatal health outcomes such as smoking cessation or weight management efforts.
- Assisted mothers with breastfeeding, self-care and postpartum healthcare.
- Created a comfortable and supportive environment for laboring women, utilizing relaxation techniques such as massage, aromatherapy, and hydrotherapy to help manage pain.
REGISTERED NURSE
VOLTA REGIONAL HOSPITAL
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Provides health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistances in convalescence or rehabilitations in location such as schools, hospitals, or industries
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to asses, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Direct or supervise less-skilled nurses or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular Unit.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
The University of The State of New York Education Department Certification - National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)
The University of The State of New York
New York, United States01.2022
Bachelor of Health Sciences -
School of Public Health, College of Health Science, University of Ghana, Legon
12.2014
Advance Diploma Public Health Nursing -
Public Health Nursing Training College, Korle-Bu Accra
12.2008
Registered Midwife -
Korle-Bu Midwifery Training college, Accra
12.2004
Registered Nurse -
Ho Nursing Training College, Volta Region Ghana
12.2000
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Epic
- Wellsky
- Time Management
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic Life Support
- Telemetry monitoring
- Problem-Solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Microsoft Office
- Time management abilities
- Patient Care Assessment
- Critical Thinking
References
Certificates and reference will be submitted when needed
Certification
- National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), NCLEX-RN state license, 2022
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Unit Registered Nurse/Health Unit Coordinator
ARCH CARE TERENCE CARDINAL COOKE HEALTH CARE CENTER
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
KRIS AGENCY & HOME CARE INC
01.2019 - 01.2021
REGISTERED NURSE
DANFA HEALTH CENTER
01.2009 - 01.2015
REGISTERED MIDWIFE
ACHIMOTA HOSPITAL
01.2005 - 01.2008
REGISTERED NURSE
VOLTA REGIONAL HOSPITAL
01.2000 - 01.2004
The University of The State of New York Education Department Certification - National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)
The University of The State of New York
Bachelor of Health Sciences -
School of Public Health, College of Health Science, University of Ghana, Legon
Advance Diploma Public Health Nursing -
Public Health Nursing Training College, Korle-Bu Accra
Registered Midwife -
Korle-Bu Midwifery Training college, Accra
Registered Nurse -
Ho Nursing Training College, Volta Region Ghana
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