Harriet Obeng
Harrisburg
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Keystone human services
Harrisburg
09.2021 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each resident.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with residents to facilitate smooth, quality care
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Caregiver
Brookdale Assisted Living
Mechanicsburg
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full, enjoyable daily activities.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Registered Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, KATH
10.2011 - 08.2019
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Christian Service University College
Kumasi 08-2016
Diploma in General Nursing - Nursing
Kumasi Nurse's And Midwifery Training College,
Kumasi 11-2009
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient care assessment
- Health education
- Documentation accuracy
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Report writing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Keystone human services
09.2021 - 05.2025
Caregiver
Brookdale Assisted Living
04.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, KATH
10.2011 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Christian Service University College
Diploma in General Nursing - Nursing
Kumasi Nurse's And Midwifery Training College,