SAMUEL AKENTOGRA AZAGSIYIRE
Sunyani
Summary
Dedicated Ophthalmic Assistant and Registered General Nurse (RGN) from Holy Family Hospital, adept in patient assessment, collaborative care and general clerical duties.
Demonstrated capability and reliability to perform tasks and responsibilities in a busy work setting, to help meet organizational goals. Competent in preparing patients for ophthalmic examinations, assessing ophthalmic patients, implementing appropriate treatment plans and administering medications as ordered by specialists to help in delivering quality healthcare and rehabilitation. Experienced in coordinating documentation, scheduling appointments to help in creating a suitable environment for fast and efficient work. Exhibited proficiency in both paper and electronic health records systems. Excelled in implementing treatment plans ordered by specialists, enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and health education, consistently fostering patient empowerment, recovery and/or rehabilitation.
Overview
3
3
year of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Ophthalmic Assistant, Registered General Nurse
Holy Family Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared examination rooms and equipment prior to appointments, establishing a welcoming environment that allowed efficient workflow between staff members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with vision problems or eye disorders.
- Assisted physicians in thorough assessment of patients in order to detect early signs of ocular diseases and initiate appropriate management plans.
- Performed thorough assessment of patients, including patients' general medical history and ophthalmic history.
- Educated patients on test procedures, performed tests and examinations using equipment, recorded results, and assisted ophthalmologist to diagnose and initiate treatment plans.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of ocular conditions by performing various tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, VFT, OCT.
- Administered ophthalmic medications such as eye drops, eye ointments, oral and intravenous medications as directed by ophthalmologists.
- Ensured accurate patient records by diligently updating health information with test results and medical histories.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized examination rooms, ensuring proper equipment functionality.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing schedules or unforeseen circumstances to ensure uninterrupted delivery of high-quality eye care services to patients.
- Demonstrated capability to work efficiently in a busy setting,
Education
Ophthalmic Assistant, Ophthalmic Nursing
Korle Bu Ophthalmic School
Accra, Ghana 11.2021 - 09.2023
Diploma in General Nursing
Presbyterian Nursing Training College
Bawku, Ghana10.2015
High School Diploma -
Bolgatanga Senior High School
Bolgatanga, Ghana02.2011
Skills
- Patient assessment and diagnosis
- Collaborative care
- Treatment planning and management
- Scheduling appointments
- Electronic health records (EHR) management
- Telehealth services
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Ophthalmic Assistant, Registered General Nurse
Holy Family Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Ophthalmic Assistant, Ophthalmic Nursing
Korle Bu Ophthalmic School
11.2021 - 09.2023
Diploma in General Nursing
Presbyterian Nursing Training College
High School Diploma -
Bolgatanga Senior High School
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