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Richard Asare

Worcester,MA

Summary

Seeking the position of Registered Nurse in a challenging healthcare center where an exceptional combination of theoretical and clinical skills is required to effectively perform the standard nursing procedure of assessing, planning, implementing, and reviewing patient care plans. .I Am a qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and very reliable .I have an impressive work ethic and easily adapt to any work environment i find myself .

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Adcare Hospital
Worcester, MA
07.2017 - Current
  • Provide direct nursing care to the patient, assess their needs, plan their treatment, and implement and evaluate their care
  • Communicate with physicians and other departments within the hospital and other agencies when implementing the patient's plan of care
  • Treatment planning and assessment
  • Advocate and provide support for patients
  • Administer medications to patients and evaluate the effects of the medication
  • Assess new patients and request orders for their care from physicians during admissions
  • Maintain accurate and detailed reports about patients
  • Provide crisis and emergency assessment and intervention.

Nurse

Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital
Worcester, MA
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

Registered Nurse

Taravista Behavioral Health Center
Devens, MA
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Provides direct and indirect care to patients/families/legal guardians
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe therapeutic milieu grounded in TaraVista Behavioral Health Center core principles
  • Work collaboratively as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and contribute to each patient’s individual treatment plan by helping develop, implement, and document appropriate goals and interventions, informed by patient strengths and presenting psychiatric problems
  • Maintain the safety of our patients on the unit with 15-minute safety checks.

Registered Nurse

Beaumont skilled nursing home and rehab
Northborough, MA
06.2017
  • Monitor and record patient vital signs
  • Monitor and record patient progress
  • Create care plans for patients
  • Administer medications and treatments
  • Assist with procedures
  • Administer and monitor IV medications
  • Educate patients and answer their questions
  • Perform wound and skin care.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT FORT KENT
Fort Kent, ME
12.2016

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION, PSYCHOLOGY -

THE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
CAPE COAST, Ghana

Teaching Assistant - Psychology Teacher Education

University of Education
Kumasi Campus

Skills

  • Registered Nurse
  • Healthcare
  • Theoretical skills
  • Clinical skills
  • Nursing procedure
  • Assessing
  • Planning
  • Implementing
  • Reviewing patient care plans
  • Patient Management
  • Care Planning
  • Wound Care
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Emotional awareness
  • Care Plan Development
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Palliative and Pain Management

Certification

BLS and CPR Certification

Resumeid

185580Y

Cover Letter

Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my strong interest in the nursing position at your facility. With a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Maine at Fort Kent and extensive experience in long-term care, detox, home health, and psychiatric mental health settings, I am confident in my ability to make a valuable contribution to your team. My journey in nursing began at Beaumont Nursing Home, where I excelled as a certified nursing assistant, diligently caring for patients and gaining recognition for my advocacy and dedication. This experience fueled my drive to pursue nursing as a career and I transitioned to psychiatric care and worked as a nurse in Adcare hospital from 2017 until 2024. I am highly adaptable, dependable, empathic, and an exceptional team player. My transition to psychiatric care and my work during the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrate my commitment, efficiency, and dedication to patient care. I hope that my application for the nursing position will be given serious consideration, and I am eager to bring my skills and passion for nursing to your esteemed team. Thank you for your time and consideration. Kindly find my resume attached for your review.

References

  • Dr. Tanya Sleeper, Nursing School Professor, University of Maine at Fort Kent
  • Mrs. Darlene Horan, RN, Preceptor, Northeast Rehab Hospital
  • Deb Wade, Director of Nursing, Beaumont Skilled Nursing Home and Rehab

Affiliations

Swimming

Bird watching

listening to music

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Nurse

Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital
03.2024 - 03.2024

Registered Nurse

Taravista Behavioral Health Center
08.2017 - 09.2018

Registered Nurse

Adcare Hospital
07.2017 - Current

Registered Nurse

Beaumont skilled nursing home and rehab
06.2017

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT FORT KENT

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION, PSYCHOLOGY -

THE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST

Teaching Assistant - Psychology Teacher Education

University of Education

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