JOAN OMAN-OCRAN
Petange,
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with more than eight (8) years of experience managing operations in patient-centric medical offices and offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Officer (Registered General Nurse)
St. Anthony-Ann Hospital
12.2023 - 05.2024
- General Nursing Practice at the Emergency and Theatre wards
- Attended to emergency cases and casualties with an average of 20 cases monthly
- A scrub nurse who supported Surgeons in performing surgery at the theatre with an average of 15 cases per month
- Acted as a circulatory nurse during surgery at the theatre
- Assisted and acted as surgeon assistant in the absence of a surgeon assistant.
- Provided high-quality patient education on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering patients in their own healthcare decisions.
- Enhanced team collaboration through effective communication and interdisciplinary meetings, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Senior Staff Nurse (Registered General Nurse)
St. Anthony-Ann Hospital
10.2018 - 12.2023
- Headed the Outpatient Department (OPD)
- Educated patients on health conditions
- Assisted doctors in minor surgeries
- Managed 16 nurses in the out-patient department (OPD)
- Submitted monthly, quarterly and annual reports of the department.
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Promoted a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and participating in regular staff meetings.
- Served as a resource for colleagues seeking assistance or advice in specialized areas of nursing practice.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions, and bronchoscopies.
Staff Nurse (Registered General Nurse)
Mesewam Presbyterian Clinic
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Acted as a consultant in the absence of a Physician Assistant
- Managed medical cases at both Male and Female wards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed emergencies at the OPD.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Organized outreach programmes in the community
- Educated women on the need for antenatal and postnatal care.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Educated patients on family planning
- Took vital signs of patients.
- Dressed wounds of patients.
- Distributed mosquito nets and educated the community on their importance
- Managed and assisted in baby delivery and labour.
National Service
KNUST Hospital
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Managed medical cases at both Male and Female wards
- Managed surgical cases at both Male and Female wards
- Assisted with the operation and setting of trolleys for operations at the theatre
- Managed psychiatric patients in the ward and OPD
- Managed emergencies at the OPD
- Managed and educated patients on medical conditions at the special unit (eye/dental)
- Managed and assisted in baby delivery and labour
- Managed and cared for neonates and children under five (5) years
- Fed and cared for babies after birth.
Clinical Nurse
Apowa CHPS Zone
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Organized child welfare programmes.
- Immunized children with vaccines to children under five (5)years.
- Delivered Health Talks to the community.
- Distributed medications to the aged through mobile vans.
- Distributed medications to psychiatric patients.
- Organized Health programmes for schools.
- Organized outreach programmes in the community to the aged.
- Identified defaulting parents and did a follow-up.
- Assisted in the process of JADEL insertion and removal.
- Distributed mosquito nets and educated the community on their importance.
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
Clinical Nurse
Jemima Crentsil Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Admitted pregnant women in labour.
- Managed pregnant women in labour, from the onset to the second stage of labour.
- Delivered babies, placenta and membrane.
- Educated women on the need for antenatal and postnatal care.
- Educated women on birth preparation or preparedness.
- Educated women on the need for support person during pregnancy.
- Educated patients on family planning.
- Administered malaria prophylaxes to pregnant women.
- Educated pregnant women on signs of complication or risk during pregnancy and the need to report them.
- Educated women on the need to avoid over-the-counter drugs.
- Took vital signs of patients.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage..
Education
Bachelor of Science in General Nursing -
Garden City University College Affiliated To KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana12.2023
Diploma in Registered General Nursing (Diploma Certification) -
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana05.2015
Diploma in Registered General Nursing (Licensure Examination) -
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Sekondi/Takoradi, Ghana08.2014
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Infection prevention
- Disease Prevention
- Continuing education
- Healthcare Delivery
- Risk Mitigation
- Initial Trauma Life Support
- Problem Identification
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Health Promotion
- Care Planning
- Policy compliance
- Patient Safety
- Medical clinical procedures
Accomplishments
- Vice President - 2012 – 2013: National Union of Presbyterian Students Group, NUPSG (Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Sekondi) 2011 – 2012.
- Clinical Prefect: Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Sekondi. 2008/2009
- Scripture Union Secretary: Wesley Girls High School, Kumasi. 2008/2009
- Drama Co-ordinator: Wesley Girls High School, Kumasi. 2003/2006
- Athletic (Sprinter): Dadwen Schools Complex, Tarkwa Nsuta.
Workshops | seminars | training attended
- Workshop on Malnutrition, 02/2017
- Workshop on the Importance of Breastfeeding, 12/2016
- Workshop on Strategic Planning and Sustainability for Facility Managers (CHAG), 05/14/2016 - 05/16/2016
Linguistic competence
- Write, Read and Speak English fluently - Native Speaker.
- Write, Read, and Speak French at an A2 level.
Computer competence
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Internet applications (Social Media Platforms)
Extra curriculum activities
- Vice President - 2012 - 2013: National Union of Presbyterian Students Group, NUPSG (Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Sekondi) 2011 - 2012.
- Clinical Prefect: Nurses & Midwifery Training College, Sekondi. 2008/2009
- Scripture Union Secretary: Wesley Girls High School, Kumasi. 2008/2009
- Drama Co-ordinator: Wesley Girls High School, Kumasi. 2003/2006
- Athletic (Sprinter): Dadwen Schools Complex, Tarkwa Nsuta.
Hobbies and interest
- Caring for people.
- Singing and listening to music.
- Reading books.
Personal Qualities
- Creative, Innovative, and able to work under pressure
- Hardworking, compassionate, honest, reliable, dependable, tolerant, and very confidential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Team player, assertive and good facilitating skills
- Easily adaptable to new environments.
References
- Mrs Rita Kuttin, Principal Nursing Officer, St. Anthony-Ann Hospital, Kumasi, +233(0) 547185681, kuttenrita@gmail.com
- Dr Kofi Acheampong, Senior Medical Officer, St. Anthony-Ann Hospital, Kumasi-Ghana, +233(0) 573868474, drachieado@gmail.com
Caring for people
I love to care for people and this has been seen throughout my life, even as a child.
I love to attend to the needs of people.
Languages
English
Native language
French
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Nursing Officer (Registered General Nurse)
St. Anthony-Ann Hospital
12.2023 - 05.2024
Senior Staff Nurse (Registered General Nurse)
St. Anthony-Ann Hospital
10.2018 - 12.2023
Staff Nurse (Registered General Nurse)
Mesewam Presbyterian Clinic
06.2016 - 09.2018
National Service
KNUST Hospital
04.2015 - 03.2016
Clinical Nurse
Apowa CHPS Zone
05.2014 - 07.2014
Clinical Nurse
Jemima Crentsil Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science in General Nursing -
Garden City University College Affiliated To KNUST
Diploma in Registered General Nursing (Diploma Certification) -
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Diploma in Registered General Nursing (Licensure Examination) -
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
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