RUBY NAA AYELEY HAMMOND, RGN

Newly Licensed Registered Nurse | Clinical & Community Health Specialist
Accra, GH.

About

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse, newly licensed by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana, with a Diploma in Nursing and comprehensive hands-on clinical experience from a one-year mandatory internship. Proficient in delivering high-quality patient care, including advanced assessment, precise medication administration, and complex wound care, while effectively collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Eager to apply strong clinical acumen and a commitment to patient advocacy in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Work

Pantang Hospital
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Staff Nurse | Medical Unit and Community Psychiatry Unit

Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Summary

Provided comprehensive patient care and psychiatric support within a medical and community psychiatry unit, focusing on accurate assessment and collaborative care planning.

Highlights

Performed comprehensive patient assessments, including physical and mental status evaluations, for a diverse patient population, leading to accurate diagnoses and tailored care plans.

Monitored vital signs and patient progress meticulously, identifying and reporting critical changes to the healthcare team to facilitate timely interventions and improve patient safety.

Accurately documented patient progress and care interventions in Electronic Health Records, ensuring continuity of care and compliance with hospital standards.

Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans, enhancing overall treatment efficacy and patient recovery.

Ga West Municipal Hospital
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Staff Nurse | Special Clinics and Surgical Unit

Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Summary

Supported surgical and clinic operations by assisting physicians with a wide range of medical procedures and contributing to community health screening initiatives.

Highlights

Assisted physicians in over 50 surgical procedures, ensuring sterile technique and patient safety protocols were meticulously followed, contributing to successful outcomes.

Managed comprehensive wound care for post-operative and trauma patients, promoting optimal healing and reducing infection rates through adherence to best practices.

Performed critical procedures including catheterization and IV cannulation/therapy for diverse patient needs, ensuring accurate fluid and medication delivery.

Participated actively in community health screening programs, educating and assessing over 100 individuals on preventative health measures and early disease detection.

Ghana Atomic Energy Commission Hospital
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Staff Nurse | Medical and Community Health Unit

Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Summary

Administered medications and treatments, while managing patient admissions and documentation in a medical and community health setting.

Highlights

Administered medications and treatments to an average of 20+ patients daily via oral, IV, and IM routes, strictly adhering to the five rights of medication administration to ensure patient safety and efficacy.

Managed patient admissions and discharges, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth transitions of care for over 100 patients, enhancing operational efficiency.

Provided direct patient care, including feeding assistance and monitoring patient reactions, contributing to a high standard of comfort and recovery.

Maintained meticulous documentation of patient care activities and observations in Electronic Health Records, supporting accurate medical records and inter-departmental communication.

Education

Nursing and Midwifery Training College – Korle-Bu
Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Diploma in Nursing

Nursing

Languages

English
Ga
Twi

Certificates

Registered General Nurse (RGN) License

Issued By

Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, Wound Care, IV Setup, Patient Reaction Monitoring, Infection Control, CPR, Direct Patient Care, Inpatient Care, Outpatient Care, Feeding Assistance, Catheterization, IV Cannulation, Health Screening, Vital Sign Monitoring, Surgical Assistance.

Healthcare Operations

Electronic Health Records (EHR), Patient Admissions, Patient Discharges, Medical Documentation, Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration, Patient Progress Reporting, Healthcare Protocols.

Communication & Technology

Effective Communication, Microsoft Office Suite.