Bernard Croffie
Perivale,United Kingdom
Summary
A compassionate, enthusiastic and highly motivated registered general nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in achieving the highest possible standard of care in a professional manner with proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skilfully handle difficult patients and high stress situations. Dedicated to rendering excellent services to patients and their families to develop strong interpersonal relationship through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. A health professional who takes delight in uplifting and defending core values of my workplace and great human resource with strong teamwork skills that can adapt to variety of working environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered nurse
Martin House Care Home
Southall, Ealing, United Kingdom
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals in complex case management meetings; optimised holistic approach towards service users wellness.
- Conducted initial service users assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
- Supervised and audit stock for medication and staff observation performance.
- Administer prescribed medications and document as per code of conduct, NMC guidelines and company's policies and procedures.
- Assess social health care needs of new services users and maintain on-going assessment and review of all other services users.
- Report any ill health amongst service users and make request for General Practitioner/ professional visits where necessary.
- Ensure service users care plans are completed and maintained in conjunction with service users, relatives and other health care professionals and in accordance with NMC guidelines and company policy.
- Practise maximum integrity in all dealings with service users personal and financial affairs and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship which exists with service users.
- Ensure clear and concise handover report is given to all relevant staff members at the end of each shift.
Registered nurse
GHS Asonomaso Government Hospital
Asonomaso , Ghana
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distressing experience for families and patients alike.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between patients' families and doctors; fostered trust and transparency in care process.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Tested glucose and administered injections.
Nurse intern
GHS- Suntreso Government Hospital
Suntreso, Ghana, Ghana
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Built trust-based relationships with patients fostering a supportive and comforting environment during their hospital stay.
- Prioritised tasks effectively during busy shifts ensuring timely completion of all assigned duties.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development through ongoing training sessions and workshops, increased knowledge base and skill set within the nursing profession.
- Delivered high-quality patient care by maintaining an empathetic approach and excellent communication skills.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in wards to prevent infections among patients.
- Assisted senior nurses, streamlined workflow in busy hospital ward.
- Exercised patience whilst dealing with challenging patients or relatives; kept composed demeanour ensuring smooth operation even in stress-filled situations.
- Improved patient comfort for positive experience by administering prescribed medication on time and properly.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols-maintained hygienic conditions at all times reducing risk of cross-contamination.
- Carried out wound dressings for faster healing process using sterile techniques.
- Educated family members about post-discharge care which resulted in reduced readmission rates.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Prevented patient harm, preparing and administering medication according to 7 rights practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presbyterian University College
Ghana 09.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
- Clinical systems software (Noursih, Camascope)
- Wound care and Management
- Care planning proficiency
- Team supervision
- Dementia care
- Medication Administration
- Urinary Catheterisation
- Venepuncture
- Infection prevention and control
- Colostomy care
- End of Life care and Management
- PEG tube feeding and care
- Basic Life Support
Accomplishments
Deputy Infection Prevention and Control Focal Nurse.
Twice won employee of the month in a short time frame of employment.
Fantastic Client and family feedback for outstanding service.
Timeline
Registered nurse
Martin House Care Home
01.2023 - Current
Registered nurse
GHS Asonomaso Government Hospital
04.2021 - 01.2023
Nurse intern
GHS- Suntreso Government Hospital
04.2019 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presbyterian University College
09.2014 - 05.2018
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