Abigail Addai-Mensah
Norwich,Norfolk
Summary
Committed nurse offering proven success in care roles. Prioritises patient well-being, safety and dignity through conscientious care and support. Dedicated to achieving positive outcomes by delivering excellent patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Health Care Assistant
Kingsale group limited
Leicester Leicester Business LE4 5HH, Norfolk
2023.08 - Current
- Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
- Administered blood tests and blood pressure checks.
- Improved service users' daily lives through compassionate conversation, empathetic care and community socialisation.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Supported clinical staff to complete health assessments.
- Administer Medication
Senior Staff Nurse
Tafo Government Hospital
Kumasi, Ashanti Region - Ghana
2016.06 - 2023.09
- Increased staff satisfaction by introducing social activity programs to maintain morale and boost engagement.
- Implemented new treatment protocols to increase order in wards.
- Evaluated existing infection control and prevention practices to identify areas of improvement.
- Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
- Participated in clinical risk and quality improvement initiatives activities.
- Provided and facilitated activities in medical emergencies or crisis situations.
- Created staff rotas to guarantee optimal coverage on all shifts.
- Conducted rounds with physicians to assist with treatment and patient care.
- Facilitated smooth patient discharge, managing transition to hospital wards or referred hospitals.
Rotational Nurse
Nkawie Toase Hospital
Nkawie , Ashanti Region
2014.09 - 2015.09
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
Agogo Presbyterian Nursing and Midwifry Training S
Ghana/ Kumasi 2010.10 - 2013.08
wassce - General Arts
kumasi wesley girls senior high school
kumasi,Ashanti Region 2006.12 - 2009.05
Bece -
Gospel International school
Agona Ashanti,Kumasi 2004.09 - 2006.04
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Kingsale group limited
2023.08 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse
Tafo Government Hospital
2016.06 - 2023.09
Rotational Nurse
Nkawie Toase Hospital
2014.09 - 2015.09
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
Agogo Presbyterian Nursing and Midwifry Training S
2010.10 - 2013.08
wassce - General Arts
kumasi wesley girls senior high school
2006.12 - 2009.05
Bece -
Gospel International school
2004.09 - 2006.04