Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Honors Awards
Volunteer Experience
Extracurricular Activities
Affiliations
Languages
Timeline
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Ohemaa Boateng

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
02.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.

Student Nurse Intern

UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Prepare and administer medication, document care appropriately, provide emotional support and patient education
  • Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic support during their hospital stay.
  • Administered medications under supervision, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for optimal results.
  • Assisted in wound care management, promoting faster healing and reducing the risk of infection.
  • Completed thorough patient assessments, contributing valuable information for treatment decisions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
  • Supported the nursing staff by efficiently completing administrative tasks such as updating patient records and charting vital signs.

Provost Academy Leader and Teaching Assistant

University Of Pittsburgh
04.2021 - Current
  • Mentor for 14 underclassmen by providing advice on adjusting to university life and connecting them with resources
  • Collaborate with fellow mentors to design and facilitate recreational events for 270+ students
  • Assist with the implementation and exaction of the 8-day Provost academy summer program by planning workshops and aiding in the arrival of students
  • Assist with the planning and facilitation of Provost Academy information and social events

Undergraduate Research Assistant

University Of Pittsburgh, School Of Nursing
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Contributed to the completion of multiple research projects, managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
  • Enhanced research outcomes by conducting thorough literature reviews and data analysis.
  • Supported faculty researchers, assisting with experiment design and implementation.
  • Participated in regular lab meetings, contributing valuable insights and suggestions for ongoing projects.
  • Assisted in the publication process for academic journals, editing manuscripts and ensuring proper formatting guidelines were met.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2024

Skills

  • Mobility Assistance
  • Patient Observation
  • Information Protection
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • ADL Support
  • Infection Prevention
  • Electronic Health Records
  • End-of-Life Care
  • Compassionate Care

Honors Awards

  • Provost Development Fund University of Pittsburgh (2020)
  • Mu Chapter Centennial Scholarship University of Pittsburgh (2022)
  • Adda Eldredge Scholarship University of Pittsburgh (2022)

Volunteer Experience

  • Black Student Nurses Association, Pittsburgh, PA, 09/22, Present, Outreach Coordinator, Collaborate and oversee monthly volunteer events with local organizations, Organize and assign roles to group members at volunteer events

Extracurricular Activities

Volunteer Coordinator for BSNA (Black Student Nurses Association) September 2021-Present NSA (Nursing Student Association) RISE (Reach Inside Your Soul for Excellence) September 2020-Present Study and mentorship club VP of Outreach for EMPOWER (Women's Empowerment Club) January 2022-Present

Affiliations

  • Pittsburgh Black Nurses in Action

Languages

Twi
Elementary

Timeline

Student Nurse Intern

UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023

Patient Care Technician

UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Undergraduate Research Assistant

University Of Pittsburgh, School Of Nursing
10.2022 - 05.2023

Provost Academy Leader and Teaching Assistant

University Of Pittsburgh
04.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University of Pittsburgh
Ohemaa Boateng