THOMAS AFRIYIE
Fairborn,OH
Summary
Dynamic and self-driven registered nurse (RN) with extensive experience in hospital and long-term care settings, adept at delivering direct patient care and administering medications with precision. Enhances patient outcomes and satisfaction by developing effective care plans, educating patients, and ensuring adherence to medical protocols. Skilled in managing rapidly changing conditions and collaborating seamlessly with physicians to provide optimal treatment, leveraging critical thinking and communication skills to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Committed to compassionate care delivery, with a robust understanding of healthcare protocols and a proven track record of improving patient health outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Pam Health Specialist Hospital
02.2025 - Current
- Providing direct nursing care to patients in accordance with the patient plan of care including but not limited to medication administration, assessments, wound care, and documentation.
- Maintaining the standard of nursing care and implementing the policies and procedures of the hospital and the nursing department
- Assigning or delegates tasks based on the needs and condition of the patient, potential for harm, complexity of the task, and within scope of practice of the staff to whom the task is delegated.
- Monitoring patient condition and notify the physician of any change.
- Performing comprehensive assessments of patient's health status
- Assessing and reassessing pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.
- Documenting patient admission assessment and reassessments, patient care plans and other pertinent information, completely in the patient’s medical record according to nursing standards and policies
- Receiving physician’s orders, ensures transcription is accurate and documents completion.
- Ensuring compliance with infection control policies and procedures
- Assisting physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills within scope of practice.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
Registered Nurse
Wood Glen Nursing Home
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient health status, including physical, mental, and emotional health.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies according to physician orders, facility policies, and regulatory guidelines.
- Monitor patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans as needed, reporting any changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare team members.
- Performed clinical procedures such as wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, and respiratory treatments in accordance with facility protocols and best practices.
- Assist with diagnostic testing, monitor vital signs, and ensure proper documentation of patient care activities.
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies, providing life-saving interventions such as CPR, airway management, and advanced resuscitation measures as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as facility policies related to patient care and documentation.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating 90% day to day needs.
- Provided bedside care and clinical documentation for an average of 30 clients per day in a critical care facility.
- Treated and monitored wound to promote 0% infection
- Trained and mentored 10 junior nurses to successfully pass their probation period
- Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-ups to ensure 100% workflows
- Administered medication to 20 clients in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition and reported regular observations.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Educated 10 patients on their condition to promote awareness
- Conducted routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care
- Organized workshop for 20 staff on infection control and prevention policies
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
- Mentored new nursing staff on clinical protocols and hospital policies to enhance team performance.
- Utilized electronic health records to maintain accurate patient documentation and streamline workflows.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and recovery processes.
Registered Nurse
AGA Health Foundation
11.2018 - 10.2020
- Monitored patient on a 24hours’ basis for any change in condition
- Maintained optimal safety standards throughout patients' homes and care environments while prioritizing risk reduction.
- Supported numerous patients in maximizing physical, intellectual, emotional, and social capabilities through individualized care plans.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Delivered top-quality care alongside physician for 20 clients
- Prioritized patient welfare, and provided comfort, reassurance, and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
- Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
- Provided high-quality personal support and received consistently positive patient feedback.
- Charted, assessed, and evaluated patient care to ensure the optimum health and general well-being of 30 clients
- Positioned, lifted, and transported patients with limited mobility of about 50 kg.
- Updated families regularly on patient progress and treatment plan changes
- Cared for 65-year-old client with kidney failure and on dialysis
Education
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Gerontology
University of Rio Grande
Ohio, USA01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Garden City University College
Kumasi, GhanaSkills
- Medication and IV therapy
- Colostomy care
- Safeguarding
- Admission and referral
- Attention to details
- G-tube feeding
- Risk assessment
- Pain management
- Admission and discharge
- Effective team-player
- CPR
- Wound Care
- EMR Proficient
- Patient assessment
- Delegation
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) Ohio Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) NCHPS
- Infection prevention and Control of Covid-19 World Health Organization
- Introduction to Epidemiology University of Washington
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Pam Health Specialist Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Wood Glen Nursing Home
09.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
AGA Health Foundation
11.2018 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Garden City University College
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Gerontology
University of Rio Grande