Richmond Akenten Wiafe
Kumasi
Summary
I am a skilled nursing professional with more than 10 years of experience and a passion for providing the highest quality behavioral and medical care to patients.
I am a compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and their families. I can skillfully assess health status, develop diagnoses, and manage care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. I also have experience in structured and unstructured environments, and I can effortlessly coordinate multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Relations Officer
Ghana Registered Nurses And Midwifes Association
01.2023 - Current
- Advised on reputational risks during decision-making processes, helping safeguard the company image in the long term.
- Provided internal communication support, facilitating information flow among employees and departments.
- Supported executive leadership by crafting speeches and presentations that effectively communicated company values and vision.
Staff Nurse at General Theatre
KUMASI SOUTH HOSPITAL
01.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Staff Nurse at Emergency Unit Ward
KUMASI SOUTH HOSPITAL
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Staff Nurse at Male Medical Ward
KUMASI SOUTH HOSPITAL
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
Staff Nurse at the facility
ASIN BEREKU HEALTH CENTER
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Staff Nurse at Emergency Ward
ASIN FOSU SAINT FRANCIS XAVIER HOSPITAL
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Education
Certificate - How To Perform Chest Compressions
Royal College of Nursing
03.2022
Certificate - Nursing And Midwifery
Dunkwa Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Dunkwa, Ghana07.2011
S.S.C.E -
Presbyterian Secondary School
Bechem, Ghana06.2005
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Safety
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Home Health Care
- Decision-Making
- Accurate Documentation
- First Aid
- Clear Patient Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office
Digital Address
AT-1409-4995
Leadership Roles
- NUPGI Financial Secretary - Presbyterian Secondary School, Bechem
- Youth President - Asin Breku Presbyterian Church (2012-2016)
- Academic Prefect - Dunkwa Nursing and Midwifery Training College
References
- Adelaide Boakye Yiadom, Principal Nursing Officer, Kumasi South Hospital, 0207712997 / 0244460877
- Dr. Dennis Afful Yorke, Medical Officer, Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. Oncology Unit, 0247000188
- John Tetteh, Medical Officer, Kumasi South Hospital, 0551674400 / 050933055
- Samuel Osei Kofi, Urologist Specialist, Kumasi South Hospital, 0208239559
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Watching Football
- Playing Basketball
Timeline
Public Relations Officer
Ghana Registered Nurses And Midwifes Association
01.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse at General Theatre
KUMASI SOUTH HOSPITAL
01.2021 - Current
Staff Nurse at Emergency Unit Ward
KUMASI SOUTH HOSPITAL
01.2019 - 01.2021
Staff Nurse at Male Medical Ward
KUMASI SOUTH HOSPITAL
01.2017 - 01.2019
Staff Nurse at the facility
ASIN BEREKU HEALTH CENTER
01.2013 - 01.2017
Staff Nurse at Emergency Ward
ASIN FOSU SAINT FRANCIS XAVIER HOSPITAL
01.2012 - 01.2013
Certificate - How To Perform Chest Compressions
Royal College of Nursing
Certificate - Nursing And Midwifery
Dunkwa Nursing And Midwifery Training College
S.S.C.E -
Presbyterian Secondary School
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