Daniel Afful
Gloucester,Gloucestershire
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in medical and surgical patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare and technology knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Compassionate and committed to providing high quality patient care. Collaborates successfully with team to meet needs of busy units.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
ODP SCRUB NURSE
WINFIELD HOSPITAL
GLOUCESTER, UNITED KIINGDOM
2023.11 - 2024.06
- Prepared operating room for specific surgery requirements.
- Prevented theatre disruptions by stocking supplies and equipment in line with surgical needs.
- Controlled risk of infection by assisting with maintaining sterile field.
- Provided needles, instruments and swabs needed before surgery.
- Responded to hand motions to immediately assist surgeons.
- Examined pulse rate, blood pressure and temperature of patient to determine readiness for surgery.
- Replenished operating rooms with linens and supplies to maintain consistent stock.
- Minimised risk of late cancellations by providing thorough surgery-specific information to patients.
- Prepared endoscopes, microscopes and lasers for surgeons to utilise during surgery.
- Created safe environment for staff and patients by overseeing adherence to Covid-19 infection control measures.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
BAND 5 RN
GLOUCESTER ROYAL HOSPITAL
GLOUCESTER, UNITED KINGDOM
2021.09 - 2023.11
- Respond promptly to acute changes in patient's conditions, providing emergency care and stabilisation as needed
- Implement effective pain management strategies, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions
- Implement measures to prevent falls, such as using bed alarms, ensuring a clutter-free environment, and assisting with mobility
- Utilise pressure-relieving devices and reposition patients regularly to prevent pressure ulcers
- Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing and assisting with meals to ensure patient comfort and dignity
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including assessments, care plans, interventions and patient progress
- Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and efficient care
- Prepare patients and families for discharge by providing information on home care, follow-up appointments and community resources.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Worked with the clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Administered oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
STAFF NURSE
TAMALE TEACHING HOSPITAL
TAMALE, GHANA
2019.04 - 2021.09
- Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Improved service delivery by demonstrating clinical leadership and best practices.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
VOLUNTARY NURSE
ALLIED HEALTH CLINIC
TAMALE, GHANA
2018.07 - 2019.01
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
ROTATION NURSE
LA GENERAL HOSPITAL
ACCRA, GHANA
2017.02 - 2018.03
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- 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
Diploma of Higher Education - Registered General Nursing
TAMALE NURSES AND MIDWIVES TRAINING COLLEGE
Ghana 2013.09 - 2016.12
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Skills
- Problem solving
- Relationships management and conflict resolution
- Process and operational improvement
- Microsoft Office
- Data analysis
- Medication Administration
- Phlebotomy care
- Patient-centred care
- Adult care
- IV drug therapy management
- Staff supervision
- Infection prevention and control
- Project Management
- Data protection measures
- Adaptable
- Confident communicator
- Google Workspace
Timeline
ODP SCRUB NURSE
WINFIELD HOSPITAL
2023.11 - 2024.06
BAND 5 RN
GLOUCESTER ROYAL HOSPITAL
2021.09 - 2023.11
STAFF NURSE
TAMALE TEACHING HOSPITAL
2019.04 - 2021.09
VOLUNTARY NURSE
ALLIED HEALTH CLINIC
2018.07 - 2019.01
ROTATION NURSE
LA GENERAL HOSPITAL
2017.02 - 2018.03
Diploma of Higher Education - Registered General Nursing
TAMALE NURSES AND MIDWIVES TRAINING COLLEGE
2013.09 - 2016.12
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
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morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
- Certified Registered General Nurse
- Certified Associate in Project Management
- Certified Data Management Professional
References
References available upon request.