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MILLICENT AFRIYIE OKYERE
KUMASI
Summary
Compassionate Senior Staff Nurse skilled in patient education and infection control. Enhanced patient outcomes through effective care strategies and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Staff Nurse
SDA Hospital
Techiman, Ghana
11.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to medical staff promptly.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and care efficiency.
- Educated patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and follow-up care requirements.
Senior Staff Nurse
St. Andrew Catholic Hospital
Kordiebe, Tema
09.2020 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on hospital procedures, safety protocols, and patient care techniques.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems for accurate documentation of patient information and treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Facilitated patient discharges by coordinating with medical teams, social workers, case managers, and other support staff.
- Prevented infections through diligent adherence to infection control policies, including proper hand hygiene techniques and equipment sterilization procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements.
Education
General Nursing
Presbyterian Nursing And Midwifery
Agogo, Asante Akyim08-2017
Associate of Arts - Home Economics
Prebyterian Girls Senior High School
Kumasi, Ghana07-2013
Skills
- Nursing staff supervision
- Care plan implementation
- Clinical documentation
- Interprofessional collaboration
Accomplishments
- Provide direct patient care to individuals in need of public health services
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans
- Educate patients and families on disease prevention, health promotion, and self-care
- Document patient care and maintain accurate medical records
- Participate in public health outreach and education programs
- Assess patient health needs, develop plans of care, and evaluate outcomes
Timeline
Senior Staff Nurse
SDA Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse
St. Andrew Catholic Hospital
09.2020 - 08.2025
General Nursing
Presbyterian Nursing And Midwifery
Associate of Arts - Home Economics
Prebyterian Girls Senior High School