Victoria Ayitey
Dundee
Summary
Health worker with 5 years of nursing experience, specializing in medical, surgical, emergency, and accident care. Proficient in medication administration, health education, and wound care, with a strong focus on patient safety and satisfaction. Skilled in building relationships with patients and families to enhance comfort and care quality while managing multiple responsibilities. Experienced in leading and training nursing staff on best practices and new technologies to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Staff Nurse
Ghana Health Service, Gomoa Eshiem Health Centre.
2020.09 - 2025.09
- Participated in ward rounds
- Evaluated patient responses to interventions and modified plans as needed
- Assisted with manual handling and transferring of patients in compliance with hospital policy
- Assisted patients with grooming
- Feeding of unconscious patient through nasogastric tube
- Administered immunization for children and pregnant women
- Participated in home visits for follow-up services
- Assisted in delivering pregnant women at term
- Advised clients on promotion of health and prevention of illness when appropriate
- Maintain safe and therapeutic patient care environment
- Administration of prescribed medication and treatment, then monitoring patients for side effects and adverse effects (Intravenous, Intramuscular, Subcutaneous, Intradermal and oral routes)
- Assessing and monitoring vital signs and recording changes and responses
- Monitoring, recording and reporting symptoms or changes in patient's condition
- Assessing, Creating, implementing and evaluating patient care plan with medical team
- Wound care management; Surgical wounds, diabetic foot ulcers, infected wounds amongst others
- Drawing blood sample for laboratory investigation
- Maintaining accurate records of patient assessments and interventions
- Securing peripheral IV lines
- Passing and removing female and male urethral catheter
- Liaise with patients, family and other care givers to ensure continuity of care
- Suturing of wounds and removal of stitches
- Applying bandage
- Performing emergency nursing procedures such as airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Treating asthmatic attacks with nebulizer
- Managed patient care by coordinating with multi-disciplinary medical teams.
- Led nurse training sessions to improve team's overall skill set.
- Liaised effectively with other departments for seamless patient care.
- Participated in hospital-wide infection control initiatives, contributing to safer environment.
- Maintained open lines of communication between patients' families and healthcare professionals which ensured transparency in treatment procedures.
- Ensured high standards of hygiene within wards and promoting clean environment for recovery.
- Supervised junior staff efficiently leading to improved working atmosphere.
- Coordinated discharge planning for patients which facilitated smooth transitions from hospital to home environments.
- Improved patient satisfaction levels by implementing innovative nursing practices.
- Advocated for patients' rights with adherence to ethical guidelines and standards.
- Delivered compassionate care for patients, resulting in increased comfort during treatments.
- Reviewed and updated patient records accurately for enhanced treatment protocols.
- Conducted regular health assessments, ensuring timely intervention when required.
- Maintained privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
- Oversaw admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
Healthcare support worker
Oda Government Hospital
2019.05 - 2020.08
- Assisted in administering medication as per instructions from qualified professionals, ensuring correct dosage and timing are followed.
- Attended mandatory training courses on regular basis to keep skills updated.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times.
- Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Maintained clean, safe environment for all patients.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to distressed or lonely residents.
- Documented patient observations accurately for healthcare team's reference.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Supported patients through personal care tasks such as toileting, showering and feeding, maintaining sensitivity to needs and ensuring comfort, dignity and safety throughout.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of information regarding patients.
- Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Performed set tasks according to individual patient care plans as assessed and delegated by registered nurses to ensure provision of cohesive, tailored care.
Staff Nurse (Rotation Nurse/ National Service
Agona Swedru Municipal Hospital
2018.04 - 2019.04
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Ensured adherence to hospital policies with diligent work practice.
- Built rapport with patients' families through effective communication and empathetic listening.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Assisted in surgical procedures
- Securing peripheral IV lines
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Dundee
DundeeBachelor Of Science - Nursing (General Nursing)
University Of Ghana
Accra, Ghana09.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - General Nursing, RN
Twifo Praso Nursing & Midwifery Training College
Twifo Praso, Ghana.08.2017
Registered Adult Nurse - Adult nursing
Nursing and Midwifery Council, UK
United Kingdom08.2017
Skills
- Team collaboration and multitasking
- Analytical problem solving
- Phlebotomy and risk assessment
- Medication safety and safeguarding
- Fall prevention strategies
- Record documentation skills
- ACLS certification and first aid
- Wound dressing techniques
- Proficient in medical software
- Time management
- Patient-focused care
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning and Lifting
Certification
Passed the English Proficiency Test( IELTS Academic) with an overall band score of 8.0
Passed both the Numeracy and Clinical Parts of the Computer Based Test (Nursing and Midwifery Council UK, Test of Competence Part 1)
Passed the Nursing and Midwifery Council UK, Test of Competence Part 2 Objective Structural Clinical Examination (OSCE)
Personal Information
Education
Registered Adult nurse
Timeline
Senior Staff Nurse
Ghana Health Service, Gomoa Eshiem Health Centre.
2020.09 - 2025.09
Healthcare support worker
Oda Government Hospital
2019.05 - 2020.08
Staff Nurse (Rotation Nurse/ National Service
Agona Swedru Municipal Hospital
2018.04 - 2019.04
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Dundee
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing (General Nursing)
University Of Ghana
Diploma of Higher Education - General Nursing, RN
Twifo Praso Nursing & Midwifery Training College
Registered Adult Nurse - Adult nursing
Nursing and Midwifery Council, UK