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ABIGAIL GYAPONG

Swindon

Summary

Compassionate healthcare professional committed to providing high quality patient care. Collaborates successfully with team to meet needs of busy units.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Healthcare Assistant

Pentax Recruitment Limited
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
  • Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
  • Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
  • Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
  • Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring for signs of distress or complications and promptly alerting nursing staff.
  • Enhanced patient comfort and safety by meticulously following hygiene protocols and assisting with daily living activities.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with compassionate care and attentive listening to concerns and needs.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering positive atmosphere in challenging times.

Nurse

Ghana Health Service
10.2014 - 04.2023
  • Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
  • 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.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Valley View University
Accra, Ghana
12.2019

Diploma in Nursing - Nursing

Ho Nurses Training College
Ho, Ghana
08.2012

West African Senior School Certificate Examination - General Science

Armed Forces Secondary Technical School
Accra, Ghana
04.2008

Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic Education

Labone SDA Junior High School
Accra, Ghana
04.2005

Skills

    Ethical decision-making

    Infection Prevention and Control

    Health Assessment

    Medication Administration

    Data Confidentiality

    Communication Skills

    Problem-Solving

    Patient-centred Care

Timeline

Healthcare Assistant

Pentax Recruitment Limited
05.2023 - Current

Nurse

Ghana Health Service
10.2014 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Valley View University

Diploma in Nursing - Nursing

Ho Nurses Training College

West African Senior School Certificate Examination - General Science

Armed Forces Secondary Technical School

Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic Education

Labone SDA Junior High School

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