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Samuel Nyamebeye Quaicoe

Winneba,Ghana

Summary

Ambitious and board-certified Registered Nurse with over fourteen years of exceptional healthcare experience. Skilled in all aspects of patient care, successfully working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical conditions, home support care, and managing complex mental disorders. Demonstrated leadership abilities by leading and assisting healthcare groups in improving the delivery of care and patient satisfaction. Possesses strong critical thinking and communication skills, with a focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliability and adaptability ensure efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Known for collaborative work with medical teams, delivering high-quality care and adapting to evolving patient needs. Expertise lies in patient assessment, medication administration, compassionate care, and reliability. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Excels at working well with diverse patient populations and fostering trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse/nursing officer

Ministry of health/KATH
03.2010 - Current
  • Provides clinical care and maintain records of up to 26 patients per day
  • Feeds conscious and unconscious patients
  • Provides companionship to patients under my care
  • Maintains patient’s personal hygiene
  • Educates patients
  • Reduce patients’ anxiety by clearly and calmly explaining clinical process and procedures
  • Assist clients in regular exercises (both active and passive)
  • Obtains current medical information, weight, height, and vital signs to aid care planning
  • Establishes strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care
  • Evaluates nursing care for patients
  • Ensures safe and effective delivery of nursing care for patients
  • Develops treatment plans and discuss and explain conditions to patients
  • Manages care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support at home
  • Assist patients from hospital and home visiting to recover fully from injury and illness
  • Administer medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Staff Nurse

Ghana Health Service
01.2009 - 03.2010
  • Assessed patients and managed them based on careful triage
  • Provided nursing comfort and care to patients
  • Administered IV, IM and oral medications to patients
  • Monitored patient’s health and maintained health records
  • Dressed patient’s wound aseptically
  • Assisted in the application of splints and bandages for injured patients
  • Provided bed bath to patients
  • Served as Sign language interpreter for patients with hearing impairment.
  • Provided health education for discharged patients and families.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
  • Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast
05.2021

Diploma - Registered General Nursing

Nursing and Midwifery Training College
Sekondi
08.2008

Skills

  • ASL fluency
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Infection control measures
  • Resource Allocation
  • Vaccine administration
  • Preventive health
  • Family advocacy
  • Chest pain management

Certification

  • RGN License, RGN4997, 01/01/24, Ghana
  • RN License, RN041.552829, 05/31/26, United States of America
  • Basic life support certification, 09/11/26
  • Advanced cardiac life support, 09/11/26
  • National institute of health stroke scale certification, 04/01/25

References

  • Mrs. Mary Abbey, Principal Nursing Officer, Bawjiase Polyclinic, Ghana, naayaborley@gmail.com, +233244525645
  • Gloria Dela Gudu, Principal Nursing Officer, Ghana Health Service, delglo99@gmail.com, +233244530153

Personal Information

Title: Registered Nurse

Timeline

Registered Nurse/nursing officer

Ministry of health/KATH
03.2010 - Current

Staff Nurse

Ghana Health Service
01.2009 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Cape Coast

Diploma - Registered General Nursing

Nursing and Midwifery Training College

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