Georgina Awubawuni Adaatuah
West Auckland,Auckland
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Staff Nurse
Ministry of Health/Christian Health Association Of Ghana
Wenchi, Ghana
09.2020 - 04.2025
- Administering medications via enteral and parenteral routes.
- Dressed wounds utilizing aseptic techniques to prevent infection.
- Conducted patient education classes on disease processes, treatments, diet modifications and preventive measures.
- Monitored surgical sites, documenting any changes to inform treatment decisions.
- Promoted patient self-care and wellness through guidance on oral and personal hygiene practices.
- Applied clinical judgment based on nursing processes and theoretical knowledge to optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality of care for patients.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Volunteer Nurse, Male Medical/Surgical Ward
Fuo Community Hospital
Tamale, Ghana
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Monitored and documented vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, blood glucose level. respiration and pulse rate
- Served medications, observed therapeutic and adverse effects of the medications
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Dressed patients wound using aseptic techniques
Nurse Intern-Rotated in Surgical Unit, Medical Unit, Obstetric and Gynaecological Unit, Paediatric Unit, Emergency Unit and Psychiatry Unit
Ministry of Health, Ghana
Damongo, Ghana
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Engaged in infection and prevention control practices through handwashing.
- Admitted and discharged patients
- Educated pregnant women on the importance of good nutrition and medical adherence.
- Provided pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative nursing care.
- Observed and reported changes in the patient's condition to the charge nurse.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
Student Nurse
Nurses' and Midwives' Training College
Tamale, Ghana
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Monitored and recorded vital signs under supervision.
- Set up trolleys for wound dressing according to the ward protocol, under supervision.
- Assisted patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Enforced standard precautions through cleaning, wearing personal protective equipment, and proper waste disposal.
- I followed the clinical instructions of the head nurse.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
Education
Competent Assessment Program
UNITEC Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ06-2025
Diploma in Nursing - Registered General Nursing
Nurses' and Midwives; Training College
Tamale, Ghana05.2017
West African Senior School Certificate - General Arts
St. Francis Girls Senior High School
Jirapa, Upper West Region Ghana05.2013
Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic school subjects
Tiyumba Junior High School
Tamale, Ghana04-2009
Skills
- Good observational skills
- Direct patient care
- Demonstrate sound work ethics
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Possess great cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Computer literacy
Certification
- Registered General Nurse - Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana- Registration No. RGN32097 . 28th March 2018 till date
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) March 2023
- Tikanga Best Practice-Waikato 5th May 2025 E-Learning
- CPR, AED and First Aid 26th March, 2025. Alison.com
Timeline
Senior Staff Nurse
Ministry of Health/Christian Health Association Of Ghana
09.2020 - 04.2025
Volunteer Nurse, Male Medical/Surgical Ward
Fuo Community Hospital
06.2019 - 05.2020
Nurse Intern-Rotated in Surgical Unit, Medical Unit, Obstetric and Gynaecological Unit, Paediatric Unit, Emergency Unit and Psychiatry Unit
Ministry of Health, Ghana
04.2018 - 03.2019
Student Nurse
Nurses' and Midwives' Training College
08.2014 - 05.2017
Competent Assessment Program
UNITEC Institute of Technology
Diploma in Nursing - Registered General Nursing
Nurses' and Midwives; Training College
West African Senior School Certificate - General Arts
St. Francis Girls Senior High School
Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic school subjects
Tiyumba Junior High School
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