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EUNICE MENSAH

LONDON,GREATER LONDON

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in holistic assessment, care planning, and medication administration. Proficient in wound care management, pressure ulcer prevention, and catheterisation techniques. Demonstrates strong leadership and mentorship abilities, fostering team collaboration and effective communication. Skilled in managing emotionally-charged scenarios and providing palliative care support. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through a collaborative approach and continuous professional development.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work history

NEIGHBOURHOOD NURSE LEAD

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST
LEWISHAM, LONDON, GREATER LONDON
12.2020 - Current
  • Led development and implementation of community health initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
  • Conducted assessments of patient needs to tailor healthcare interventions effectively.
  • Managed caseloads of over 200 patients, some with complex health issues, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
  • Provided training and mentorship to junior nursing staff to enhance clinical skills.
  • Developed educational resources for patients and families, promoting health literacy.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients to address concerns.

COMMUNITY NURSING SISTER

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST
LEWISHAM, LONDON, GREATER LONDON
08.2015 - 12.2016
  • Delivered comprehensive nursing care in community settings while ensuring adherence to care plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised patient care strategies.
  • Conducted thorough health assessments and monitored patients' progress effectively.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention techniques.
  • Caseload management and team leadership.
  • Mentoring and facilitating the learning and development of students and junior colleagues.

COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
LEWISHAM, LONDON, GREATER LONDON
05.2006 - 05.2015
  • Delivered comprehensive nursing care to diverse patient populations within community settings.
  • Assessed patients' health status by conducting thorough physical examinations and health history reviews.
  • Monitored and documented patients' progress, adjusting care plans as needed based on individual responses.
  • Provided wound care, medication administration, and other essential nursing procedures in home environments.
  • Advocated for patients' needs and rights, ensuring access to appropriate healthcare services and resources.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, wellness strategies, and disease prevention techniques.

STAFF NURSE

LEWISHIAM HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
LEWISHAM, LONDON, GREATER LONDON
03.2005 - 05.2006
  • Assisted patients with daily activities and provided compassionate care to improve overall wellbeing.
  • Collected and recorded vital signs whilst ensuring accurate documentation in electronic health records.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement tailored patient care plans.
  • Mentored students and facilitated training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and safety guidelines.
  • Evaluated patient progress and reported changes to medical team to ensure timely interventions.
  • Utilised medical equipment and technology to perform diagnostic procedures and monitor patient conditions.

Education

SPDN - Specialist Practitioner, District Nursing - SPECIALIST NURSING

University of Greenwich
London
01.2017 - 01.2018

Diploma of Higher Education - Adult Nursing

University of Greenwich
London
02.2000 - 03.2005

NVQ Level 2 - MS DOS; MS Word and MS Excel

LEWISHAM COLLEGE
LONDON
09.1998 - 09.1999

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES - DBS - SECRETARIAL OPTION

TAKORADI POLYTECHNIC
TAKORADI, GHANA
09.1983 - 06.1985

GCE ORDINARY LEVEL - GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION

YILO KROBO SECONDARY SCHOOL
TAKORADI, GHANA
09.1977 - 06.1982

Skills

Holistic assessment and history taking

Care planning and evaluation

Medication administration via the various routes

  • Encouraging team collaboration

Wound care management

Pressure ulcer prevention and management

Assessment for pressure relief equipment

  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Pharmacology knowledge
  • Catheterization techniques

Ear syringing procedures

  • Palliative care support
  • Team collaboration strategies
  • Emotional scenario management
  • Caseload management
  • Leadership and Mentorship
  • Mentorship and Facilitation
  • Communication both verbal and written
  • Collaborative approach
  • Dealing with emotionally-charged scenarios
  • Healthcare quality improvement
  • Basic Life Support
  • Palliative care expertise

Affiliations

  • I enjoy watching documentaries on nature, health care and patients' experiences.
  • I love listening to cool and soothing music, especially gospel.

Timeline

NEIGHBOURHOOD NURSE LEAD

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST
12.2020 - Current

SPDN - Specialist Practitioner, District Nursing - SPECIALIST NURSING

University of Greenwich
01.2017 - 01.2018

COMMUNITY NURSING SISTER

LEWISHAM & GREENWICH NHS TRUST
08.2015 - 12.2016

COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
05.2006 - 05.2015

STAFF NURSE

LEWISHIAM HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
03.2005 - 05.2006

Diploma of Higher Education - Adult Nursing

University of Greenwich
02.2000 - 03.2005

NVQ Level 2 - MS DOS; MS Word and MS Excel

LEWISHAM COLLEGE
09.1998 - 09.1999

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES - DBS - SECRETARIAL OPTION

TAKORADI POLYTECHNIC
09.1983 - 06.1985

GCE ORDINARY LEVEL - GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION

YILO KROBO SECONDARY SCHOOL
09.1977 - 06.1982

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