Bernice Kissi-Akwabeng
Bromsgrove,Worcestershire
Summary
Experienced Principal Nursing Officer with 18 years in high-pressure healthcare environments. Proficient in patient care management, staff coordination, and infection control. Committed to improving patient outcomes through tailored care plans and continuous professional development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Care assistant
Appletrees Nursing and Residential Home
Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
10.2023 - Current
- Ensured dignity and respect while assisting bed-bound patients with their personal hygiene.
- Supported residents with daily activities enhancing their quality of life.
- Managed behaviours of dementia patients effectively and compassionately.
- Administered non-prescription medications as directed for patient comfort.
- Maintained accurate documentation of daily observations to track every resident's progress.
- Followed individual dietary plans supporting health improvements for residents.
Principal Nursing officer - Female Med/ Surg. Ward
Ghana Health Service
Akropong, Kumasi, Ashanti Region
02.2018 - 09.2023
- Delivered emergency medical assistance in critical situations, significantly saving lives.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through customised care plans and support.
- Ensured high-quality patient care via comprehensive health assessments.
- Administered medications, improving management of chronic illnesses.
- Performed regular ward rounds, proactively addressing complications and adjusting treatments.
- Managed nasogastric tubes and urinary catheters to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Conducted wound management and minor suturing under aseptic techniques, reducing wound infection rate from 75% to 10%.
- Provided colostomy care and oxygen therapy, enhancing patient recovery.
- Trained and mentored nursing students while researching job satisfaction for performance improvement
Nursing officer/ Nurse Manager
Ghana Health Service
Brofoyedu, Kumasi, Ashanti Region
02.2013 - 12.2017
- Achieved significant reduction in hospital-acquired infections through effective infection control measures.
- Fostered trust between nursing staff and patients by advocating for patient rights.
- Alleviated distress for patients and families by delivering compassionate end-of-life care.
- Ensured consistent quality of service by training 25 junior staff on best practices.
- Oversaw pain management plans while administering oral and intravenous medications.
- Delivered cost-effective solutions while managing limited resources without compromising patient care.
Staff Nurse - Accident and Emergency Unit
Ghana Health Service
Mankranso, Kumasi, Ashanti Region
01.2004 - 10.2012
- Administered prescribed medications and oxygen to alleviate symptoms and achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Managed wound dressings and minor suturing to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Devised personalised nursing care plans for each assigned patient.
- Triaged patients
- Prepared patients for admission and discharge
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Complied strictly with infection control protocols to prevent cross-contamination in the ward.
- Managed high-volume caseloads of up to 28 patients per shift.
Education
Master of Public Health - Health Services Planning and Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
Kumasi, Ghana 11.2022 - 11.2024
Advanced Diploma - Community Medicine and Health
College of Health
Kintampo, Ghana 10.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
University of Education
Kumasi, Ghana 10.2005 - 07.2009
Diploma - Nursing
Nursing and Midwifery Training College
Kumasi, Ghana 10.2000 - 12.2003
Skills
- Team development and Leadership Skills
- Exceptional Multitasking Skills
- Good Initiative Skills
- Good Listening and Analytical Skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Excellent Industry Skills
- Basic Computer Skills
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Care assistant
Appletrees Nursing and Residential Home
10.2023 - Current
Master of Public Health - Health Services Planning and Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
11.2022 - 11.2024
Principal Nursing officer - Female Med/ Surg. Ward
Ghana Health Service
02.2018 - 09.2023
Nursing officer/ Nurse Manager
Ghana Health Service
02.2013 - 12.2017
Advanced Diploma - Community Medicine and Health
College of Health
10.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
University of Education
10.2005 - 07.2009
Staff Nurse - Accident and Emergency Unit
Ghana Health Service
01.2004 - 10.2012
Diploma - Nursing
Nursing and Midwifery Training College
10.2000 - 12.2003