Rexford Nkansah
Critical Care Nurse Specialist (Currently Studying)
Kumasi, GH.About
Experienced and dedicated Nursing Officer with over 6 years of progressive experience in diverse healthcare settings, including critical care and medical-surgical environments. Currently pursuing specialization as a Critical Care Nurse Specialist, bringing expertise in advanced life support, patient management, interdisciplinary collaboration, and team leadership. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and driving positive outcomes in challenging medical scenarios.
Work
HOPEXCHANGE MEDICAL CENTRE
|Senior Nursing Officer
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Summary
Led nursing teams and managed comprehensive patient care within a male medical and surgical ward, specializing in critical care and advanced life support.
Highlights
Led and supervised a nursing team within a male medical and surgical ward for over 4 years, optimizing workflow and enhancing patient care delivery.
Provided specialized critical care, including advanced life support, for critically ill patients with postoperative complications, contributing to improved recovery rates.
Managed daily patient care plans, physician orders, and diagnostic test interpretation, ensuring accurate record-keeping and proactive patient condition assessment.
Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive patient care plans, enhancing coordinated care and outcomes.
Educated patients and families on discharge protocols, promoting self-care and reducing readmission risks, while consistently enforcing stringent patient safety practices.
OPOKU AGYEMANG HOSPITAL
|Nursing Officer
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Summary
Managed comprehensive nursing care, ensured patient safety, and collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Highlights
Maintained accurate and detailed patient reports and records, ensuring data integrity and compliance with healthcare standards.
Implemented and enforced patient safety practices, contributing to a secure and high-quality care environment.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to assess, plan, and implement patient care plans, optimizing treatment strategies.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to effectively identify and evaluate patient conditions, supporting informed medical decisions.
Languages
English
French
Certificates
Basic Life Support (BLS) Proficiency
Issued By
Not Specified
Advanced Life Support (ALS) Proficiency
Issued By
Not Specified
Registered General Nurse
Issued By
Ghana Nurses and Midwives Council
Education
Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives
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Specialization
Critical Care Nurse Specialist
Grade: Currently Studying
Garden City University College, Kumasi
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Bachelor of Science
Nursing
Grade: 2nd Class Upper, Honours
Skills
Clinical Nursing
Patient Care, Critical Care, Advanced Life Support (ALS), Postoperative Care, Patient Education, Discharge Planning, Diagnostic Interpretation, Medication Administration, IV Therapy.
Nursing Operations & Management
Nursing Supervision, Team Leadership, Healthcare Coordination, Medical Record Keeping, Patient Safety Protocols, Delegation, Care Plan Management, Workflow Optimization.
Interpersonal & Professional Skills
Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Adaptability, Diligence, Professionalism, Mentoring.
Interests
Sports
Football.
References
Angela Asante
Hopexchange medical centre (Red) | Tel: +233246172485
Rukaya Adamu
Nurse Specialist Hopexchange medical centre | Tel: +233242215882