Memunatu Nartekie Ibrahim
Austin,TX
Summary
Professional in maternal and newborn care with strong capabilities in prenatal, labor, and postnatal support. Proven ability to foster team collaboration and adapt to changing needs, ensuring optimal outcomes for mothers and infants. Skilled in patient education, emergency response, and individualized care plans. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication in high-stress environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Midwife
Ghana Health Service
08.2016 - Current
- Conducted newborn assessments within 24 hours of birth to monitor infant health status and identify any potential concerns early on.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists for advanced pre- or post-natal care.
- Conducted prenatal examinations and provided guidance and support to mothers-to-be.
- Performed ultrasounds, monitored fetal heart rate and provided pre- and post-natal care.
- Counseled patients and families on reproductive health and contraception.
- Developed and maintained patient records and documentation.
- Educated patients on breastfeeding and provided lactation support.
- Assisted with postpartum care and provided guidance on postpartum recovery.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Enhanced parent-infant bonding by encouraging skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding immediately after birth.
- Delivered over 1000 newborns as qualified midwife.
Staff Midwife
Ghana Health Service
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Conducted newborn assessments and provided immediate care, promoting healthy growth and development.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through compassionate, culturally sensitive care practices.
Community Health Nursing
Ghana Health Service
03.2007 - 08.2012
- Assisted with immunization administration, promoting overall community health and increasing vaccination rates within the catchment area.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
Education
Midwifery
Wisconson International University
Kumasi-Ghana12-2022
Associate of Science - Midwifery
Cape Coast University
Cape Coast - Ghana08-2019
Associate of Science - Midwifery
Atibie Midwifery Training College
Kwahu- Ghana12-2014
Bachelor of Science - Community Health Nursing
Community Health Nursing Training School
Ho- Ghana11-2006
Skills
- Maternal health education
- Breastfeeding support
- Postpartum care
- Infant resuscitation
- Labor support techniques
- Pain management strategies
- Nutrition counseling
- Obstetric ultrasound
- Birth planning
- Fetal monitoring
- Newborn assessment
- Patient records management
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Comprehensive Abortion Care
- Male Child Circumcision
- Limited Obstetrics Ultrasound Scanning
Timeline
Midwife
Ghana Health Service
08.2016 - Current
Staff Midwife
Ghana Health Service
01.2015 - 08.2016
Community Health Nursing
Ghana Health Service
03.2007 - 08.2012
Midwifery
Wisconson International University
Associate of Science - Midwifery
Cape Coast University
Associate of Science - Midwifery
Atibie Midwifery Training College
Bachelor of Science - Community Health Nursing
Community Health Nursing Training School
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