THOMAS AFRIYIE
Fairborn
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in hospital and long-term care settings. Delivers direct patient care and administers medications while developing effective care plans and educating patients. Manages complex conditions by collaborating with physicians and utilizing critical thinking and communication skills to support recovery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Woodglen Health Centre
Miamisburg
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.
- Performing comprehensive assessments of patient's health status
- Recognized and responded to changes in patient condition, including cardiac rhythm, respiratory distress, adverse drug reactions, and transfusion reactions.
- Assessing and reassessing pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.
- Updated patient medical records with thorough admission assessments and care plans, maintaining compliance with nursing guidelines.
- Identified and reported critical lab values accurately, ensuring proper documentation for patient safety.
- Assisting physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills within scope of practice.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement effective patient care plans.
- Organized responsibilities among staff to align with patient care needs and enhance team efficiency.
Registered Nurse
Riverside Healthcare
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient health status, addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs to inform care decisions.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and facility policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines for patient safety.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments and adjusted care plans, 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.
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies, providing life-saving interventions such as CPR, airway management, and advanced resuscitation measures as necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement tailored care plans, enhancing patient outcomes through coordinated efforts.
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.
- Applied dressings and assessed wound healing to prevent infection.
- Trained and mentored 10 junior nurses, ensuring successful completion of their probation period and integration into the team.
- Administered medication to 20 clients in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Educated 10 patients on their conditions, improving understanding and engagement in their care.
- Conducted routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Organized workshop for 20 staff on infection control and prevention policies
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient care delivery and contributing to improved operational workflows.
- 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
11.2016 - 10.2020
- Provided comprehensive care for 65-year-old client with kidney failure undergoing dialysis.
- Monitored patients continuously for changes in condition, ensuring timely interventions and appropriate care adjustments.
- Charted, assessed, and evaluated patient care to ensure the optimum health and general well-being of 30 clients
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication, fostering trust and understanding.
- Prioritized patient welfare by providing comfort, reassurance, and support, effectively reducing anxiety and distress during care.
- Provided high-quality personal support and received consistently positive patient feedback.
- Communicated patient progress and treatment plan changes to families.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Rio Grande
Ohio, USA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Garden City University College
Kumasi, GhanaSkills
- Medication and IV therapy
- Wound Care
- Patient assessment
- Pain management
- G-tube feeding
- Colostomy care
- Discharge planning
- Admissions management
- Risk assessment
- EMR Proficient
- CPR
- Attention to details
- Delegation
- Effective team-player
- Safeguarding
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
Woodglen Health Centre
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Riverside Healthcare
09.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
AGA Health Foundation
11.2016 - 10.2020
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Rio Grande
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Garden City University College