Samuel Kofi Ohemeng
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
Compassionate Clinical Nurse recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Expertise in patient assessment, emergency and intensive care, and chronic disease management. Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with healthcare teams, enhancing patient care delivery. Committed to ongoing professional development to maintain current nursing practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to uphold quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated efficient patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance clinical safety.
- Served as preceptor for new nurses, providing orientation and mentoring on clinical skills.
- Facilitated communication between physicians and healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions and document care plans.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures and best practices in the unit.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes promptly.
Registered Nurse
Mary Washington Hospital
Fredericksburg, VA
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Float Nurse within Medical Comprehensive Unit, Surgery, Orthopaedic, Intensive Care Unit and Cardiac Unit
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in critical care settings.
- Administered medications and customised IV therapy for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care plans.
- Trained new nursing staff on established protocols and clinical best practices.
- Implemented clinical guidelines for management of critically ill patients.
- Responded swiftly to changes in patient statuses or treatment protocols.
Staff Nurse
East Eden
Derry City, Londonderry
11.2019 - 05.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions in a clinical setting.
- Assisted in creating patient care plans alongside healthcare team members.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient health and progress.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Accra, Ghana
04.2013 - 11.2019
- Administered anesthesia using advanced medical equipment and monitoring systems.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and adjusted anesthesia levels as needed throughout surgeries.
- Developed and implemented anesthesia care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families about anesthesia processes and post-operative care.
- Assisted in managing emergency situations by providing timely interventions during surgeries.
- Monitored and managed patient airways to maintain optimal levels and prevent common complications.
- Calculated correct dosages of anesthetics based on factors such as patient body type, sex and weight.
- Administered recovery medications and fluids to help patients transition off anesthesia.
- Managed pain control utilizing various pharmacologic modalities and techniques including epidural blocks and nerve blocks.
- Ensured that operating room protocols were followed throughout the procedure.
- Evaluated laboratory results and diagnostic studies in order to make decisions regarding appropriate anesthetic interventions.
ICU Nurse
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Accra, Ghana
02.2009 - 11.2019
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in critical care settings.
- Administered medications and managed IV therapy for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for critically ill patients.
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Education
EMT - Aerospace Medical Services
Airforce Community College
San Antonio, TX 03.2025 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central University
Accra, Ghana 01.2017 - 08.2018
High National Diploma - Anaesthesia
School of Anaesthesia, 37 Military Hospital
Accra, Ghana 08.2012 - 04.2014
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Nurses Training College, Korle Bu
Accra, Ghana 08.2004 - 08.2007
Skills
- Patient assessment and clinical judgment
- Infection control and IV therapy
- Anesthesia administration
- Emergency response and critical care
- Time management and call triage
- Phlebotomy skills
- Team and relationship building
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- White Rope (Head of Horse Stables)
- Regular free medical outreach for the under privileged in Ghana
- Preceptor for New Nursing graduate and student
- Fall Prevention Champions
- Infection prevention control team
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Nominee (multiple times)
- Honor Graduate for Aerospace Medical Services training
- Best Nurse Anaesthetist for 2018 and 2019
Certification
- BSN
- EMT
- Nurse Anaesthetist(Advance Diploma in Ghana)
- Multi- State Nursing License
Timeline
EMT - Aerospace Medical Services
Airforce Community College
03.2025 - 08.2025
Clinical Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2023 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse
Mary Washington Hospital
05.2023 - 01.2025
Staff Nurse
East Eden
11.2019 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central University
01.2017 - 08.2018
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
04.2013 - 11.2019
High National Diploma - Anaesthesia
School of Anaesthesia, 37 Military Hospital
08.2012 - 04.2014
ICU Nurse
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
02.2009 - 11.2019
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Nurses Training College, Korle Bu
08.2004 - 08.2007
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