THEODORA ABABIO-ADJEMAN
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with experience in medical-surgical environments. Adept at patient care, monitoring vitals, and assisting in procedures. Strong focus on teamwork, dependability, and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in communication, patient advocacy, and maintaining sterile environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Nurse Assistant
Ridge Hospital, Accra, Ghana
04.2021 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families during stressful times, displaying empathy and understanding of their needs.
- Promoted effective pain management strategies through the use of non-pharmacological interventions as well as administering prescribed medications when needed.
- Assisted nurses with wound care and dressing changes to promote proper healing and prevent infections.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by stocking supplies, updating charts, and organizing patient rooms.
- Performed catheter insertion and removal, ensuring sterile technique for optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between different levels of care by coordinating with specialty units such as ICU or rehabilitation facilities on behalf of patients requiring transfers or additional services.
- Administered medication under the supervision of registered nurses, maintaining accuracy in dosages and timing.
- Optimized patient mobility by assisting them with ambulation exercises or transferring them from beds to chairs when necessary.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored surgical incisions closely following post-operative procedures to prevent complications and infections.
- Facilitated smooth shift changes by effectively communicating patient statuses and concerns with incoming staff members.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
COVID-19 Unit RN
Ghana Infectious Disease Centre, Accra
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families and medical personnel.
- Participated in development of Patient Care Plans for patients experiencing COVID-19.
- Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions.
- Contributed to nursing research initiatives focused on improving care outcomes for patients affected by COVID-19 through data collection and analysis.
- Educated patients and families on COVID-19 symptoms, prevention strategies, and post-discharge care instructions for seamless transitions to home care.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by serving as a charge nurse or preceptor within the COVID-19 unit, guiding staff towards successful patient care delivery.
- Performed skilled assessments of vital signs, laboratory results, oxygenation levels, and overall patient condition to inform treatment decisions effectively.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the COVID-19 unit.
- Mentored new nursing staff members in best practices specific to the COVID-19 unit environment, fostering positive team dynamics and professional growth opportunities.
- Mitigated hazard potential from patients with communicable diseases.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding test results and other protected patient information.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing empathetic support and clear communication during their time in the COVID-19 unit.
Critical Care Nurse
University of Ghana Medical Center
02.2017 - 10.2019
- Delivered high-quality direct patient care to diverse populations in the critical care setting including trauma, cardiovascular, neurologic, pulmonary, and surgical cases.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families during difficult transitions.
- Managed complex ventilation settings and titrated vasoactive medications in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based critical care nursing practices.
- Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies.
- Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.
- Reduced medication errors through diligent monitoring and documentation of administered medications.
- Assisted patients to maintain current understanding of conditions and presentations.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments to evaluate treatment progress.
- Mentored new nurses in critical care skills, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Performed timely resuscitation and stabilization of acutely ill patients.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Registered Nursing Officer
Ga-East Municipal Health Directorate
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Leading the team in the Unit to perform all nurses duties
- Patient centered Care in hospital visits
- House tracing and home visits where I supervise and encourage patient in taking their psychotropic medications and maintain activities of daily living
- Referral of patients to see the Psychiatrists
- Patient and family counseling
- Creation of Mental Health awareness in the Public through Health Talks in Hospital OPDs, Schools, Churches and Organization
- Supervising student nurses in the Unit to obtain Community Mental Health experience and writing their reports
- Working cordially with the Mental Health Unit to achieve the target for the year
- Presenting quarterly, half year and annual report of the Mental Health Unit during District reviews
- And many more
Senior Staff Nurse
Ga East Municipal Health Directorate
09.2011 - 07.2016
- Mental Health Unit
- Health Talks
- Hospital visits
- Home tracing and home visits
- Administering medications
- Counseling
- And many more
Senior Staff Nurse
Pantang Hospital
07.2011 - 09.2011
- Patient assessment
- Admissions and discharge
- Administering medication
- Patient Grooming
- Patient Feeding
- Community Therapy
- Patient and family health education
- Bed making
- Input and Output
- And many more
Staff Nurse
Pantang Hospital
07.2008 - 07.2011
- Bed making
- Patient grooming and feeding
- Patient assessment
- Admission and discharge
- Administering medications
- Input and output
- And many more
Education
Bachelor of Public Health -
School of Public Health University of Ghana
07.2020
Diploma -
Nurses' Training College, Pantang, Accra, Ghana
Accra, Ghana05.2008
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Nursing process
- Self-management
- Physical endurance
- Reliable team player
- Patient-focused care
- Dressing assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Bedside manner
- Helping with medication
- Collecting specimens
- Intake recording
- Infection control procedures
Certification
- 11/29/16, Ghana Nurses' and Midwives Association in Collaboration with O&A Training Consult, Health Professionals and the Labour Law, Customer Care, Ethical and Medico Legal Issues in the Health Sector, Integrity the bedrock of Leadership
- 11/27/15, Regional health Directorate And Mental Health Authority, Ghana, Mental Health Act 846 of 2012
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
Languages
English
Timeline
Medical Surgical Nurse Assistant
Ridge Hospital, Accra, Ghana
04.2021 - Current
COVID-19 Unit RN
Ghana Infectious Disease Centre, Accra
03.2020 - 01.2021
Critical Care Nurse
University of Ghana Medical Center
02.2017 - 10.2019
Registered Nursing Officer
Ga-East Municipal Health Directorate
07.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Staff Nurse
Ga East Municipal Health Directorate
09.2011 - 07.2016
Senior Staff Nurse
Pantang Hospital
07.2011 - 09.2011
Staff Nurse
Pantang Hospital
07.2008 - 07.2011
- 11/29/16, Ghana Nurses' and Midwives Association in Collaboration with O&A Training Consult, Health Professionals and the Labour Law, Customer Care, Ethical and Medico Legal Issues in the Health Sector, Integrity the bedrock of Leadership
- 11/27/15, Regional health Directorate And Mental Health Authority, Ghana, Mental Health Act 846 of 2012
Bachelor of Public Health -
School of Public Health University of Ghana
Diploma -
Nurses' Training College, Pantang, Accra, Ghana
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