HARRIET ABENA ASAMOAH
Streatham
Summary
An experience dedicated and compassionate Registered Diploma Nurse in Ghana with three years of experience and currently as a Healthcare Assistant in the UK. Having the passion in providing exceptional patient care. Skilled in pre-operative assessments, Strong attention to detail and ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals. Dedicated and compassionate, committed to delivering high-quality care in the healthcare environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2045
2045
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Theatre Healthcare assistant (Bank)
Milton Keynes University Hospital
Milton Keynes
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Maintained detailed records, enabling efficient post-operative care.
- Collaborated with surgical team to deliver successful outcomes in high-stress situations.
- Prepared operating room for surgeries, resulting in minimised setup time for surgeons.
- Communicated effectively with surgical team for smooth operation proceedings.
- Reduced chances of infection by maintaining a sterile environment throughout surgeries.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in theatre
Care Assistant
Graceful Care Home
11.2023 - 02.2026
- Assistance with health care and personal hygiene in their various homes.
- Helping clients with getting in out of bed, moving and transferring.
- Helping clients with their personal grooming, and continence care.
- Providing administrative support to clients and liaising with external agencies, such as GPs.
- Benefit agencies, Local authorities when needed.
- Administering medication as per prescription and monitoring prescriptions due dates and assisting with the collection of medicines.
- Provide Assistance with general house keeping.
- Supporting access to dietitians or nutritionists where required.
Surgical ward Nurse (Female Surgical ward)
Ghana HealthService - Sunyani West Municipal
Sunyani
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Assessed patients’ health status before surgery.
- Educated patients about the surgical procedure and postoperative care.
- Preparing patients for surgery, including ensuring they have fasted appropriately.
- Monitoring vital signs and observing for any signs of
- Administering medications as prescribed, including pain management.
- Assisting with wound care and dressing changes.
- Providing emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintaining accurate patient records, including nursing notes and medication administration logs.
- Completing discharge summaries and ensuring follow-up care is arranged.
In Service Worker in Nursing
National Service Secretariat - Sunyani Municipal Hospital Bono Region
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported findings to superiors.
- Facilitated proper communication with the client build therapeutic relationship through the period of care.
- Administer medication under strict coaching and supervision.
- Performed various technical tasks related to nursing care like administration of medication (tablets, injections, infusions and transfusion) on prescription under strict supervision.
- Assisted in maintaining personal hygiene and comfort of the patients.
- Formulated nursing care plans for individual patients under strict supervision.
Education
BTEC LEVEL 4 / SQA HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE(NHC) (SCQF LEVEL7) RFQ LEVEL4 -
United KingdomDiploma of Higher Education - GENERAL NURSING
HOLY FAMILY NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE
BEREKUM, GHANA 08.2016 - 05.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - GENERAL NURSING
KWAME UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
KUMASI, GHANA 08.2016 - 11.2019
West African Senior High School Examination - undefined
Berekum Senior High School
Berekum, Ghana 09.2012 - 05.2015
West African Basic School Certificate - undefined
Lawrence Demostration school
Sunyani 01.2001 - 04.2012
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Patient care and support
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Infection control and safety procedures
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Electronic health record management
- Assisting with medical procedures
- Communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Basic computer skills
- Understanding of patient confidentiality and privacy laws
- Physical stamina and ability to lift and move patients
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Languages
English
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Theatre Healthcare assistant (Bank)
Milton Keynes University Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Care Assistant
Graceful Care Home
11.2023 - 02.2026
Surgical ward Nurse (Female Surgical ward)
Ghana HealthService - Sunyani West Municipal
04.2021 - 10.2023
In Service Worker in Nursing
National Service Secretariat - Sunyani Municipal Hospital Bono Region
04.2020 - 04.2021
Diploma of Higher Education - GENERAL NURSING
HOLY FAMILY NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE
08.2016 - 05.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - GENERAL NURSING
KWAME UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
08.2016 - 11.2019
West African Senior High School Examination - undefined
Berekum Senior High School
09.2012 - 05.2015
West African Basic School Certificate - undefined
Lawrence Demostration school
01.2001 - 04.2012