DEBORAH OBBO
barbados, bridgetown
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with ICU background. Possess essential skills in patient care, emergency response, medical teamwork and critical care nursing. Known for strong decision-making abilities, adaptability to high-stress environments and commitment to maintaining highest level of patient safety. Previous roles highlight effective communication with patients, families and medical staff along with outstanding contribution to quality healthcare delivery.
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 14 years of direct patient care experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Contributed to the development and revision of ICU policies and procedures to improve patient outcomes and workflow efficiency.
SENIOR NURSING OFFICER(CRITICAL CARE)
METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL, GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Provided professional nursing care to acutely and chronically ill patients.
- Developed and maintained relationships with other healthcare professionals.
- Reviewed patient records and medical reports for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patient progress and needs.
- Supervised the work of junior nurses and ensured that they were performing their duties correctly.
- Assessed staffing levels in order to meet patient needs efficiently.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Performed routine physical assessments, including vital signs monitoring, height and weight measurements.
- Counseled patients on health-related topics such as diet, exercise, medications.
- Administered prescribed medications according to established policies and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans for complex medical cases.
- Adhered to hospital policies, procedures, regulations and standards of professional practice.
- Attended continuing education programs designed to stay abreast of current trends in healthcare services.
- Provided leadership support through mentoring staff members on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
- Distributed staff, assignments and resources to meet patient care needs in each unit, reduce overtime and cut costs.
- Verified emergency readiness and workflow sustention by training clinical staff in emergency guidelines and procedures.
NURSING OFFICER (CRITICAL CARE)
METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL, COVID-19 TREATMENT CENTRE GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Assessed patient's health condition and administered medications accordingly.
- Cared for patients by providing comfort measures and emotional support.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, treatments and procedures.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on preventive health care practices and disease management strategies.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient's needs and preferences.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications when necessary.
- Responded promptly to physicians' orders regarding changes in treatment plans or medications.
- Ensured that all equipment used for patient care is properly sterilized before use.
- Attended regular staff meetings to discuss new developments in nursing practice.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy prior to administering them to the patients.
- Coordinated with family members of the patients regarding their medical conditions.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while performing nursing duties.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
NURSING OFFICER(CRITICAL CARE)
TRAUMA AND SPECIALIST HOSPITAL, GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Assessed patient's health condition and administered medications accordingly.
- Provided prompt response to medical emergencies in the hospital setting.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate of patients.
- Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis, hematology and electrocardiography.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, treatments and procedures.
- Ensured that all equipment used for patient care is properly sterilized before use.
- Carried out wound dressing and provided post-operative care instructions to the patients.
- Participated in research activities related to nursing practice under the guidance of senior nurses.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Critical Care Nursing
SCHOOL OF PERIOPERATIVE AND CRITICAL CARE NURSING
04-2017
DIPLOMA IN GENERAL NURSING - REGISTERED GENERAL NURSING
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE
08-2008
High School Diploma -
SAMMO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
11-2003
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Ventilator management
- Resource Utilization
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Pain Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Emergency Interventions
- Medical Equipment Setup
- Specimen Collection
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Effective Communication
- Self Motivation
- Condition Assessment
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Neurological monitoring
- Ethical practice
- Clinical judgment
- Family support
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Pain management
- IV setup
Accomplishments
- I received a certificate from the Government of Ghana as a frontline nurse during the COVID -19.
Certification
- Advance Cardiac Life Support (American Heart Association- 2024).
- Basic Life Support(American Heart Association-2024).
- Basic Critical Care Training For COVID-19 patients (COVID-19 National Case Management Team-2021).
- Non-operative Pediatric Fracture Treatment ( AO Alliance -2019).
- Pain Management In The ICU (The Critical Care Nurses Group Of G hana-2016).
- Basic Cardiac Life Support ( The Ghana National Cardiothoracic Center -2015
Languages
Fanti
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Education and Training
Infection Prevention And Control, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, Electronic Data Management, Intensive Care Of The Sick (COVID19).
References
Ms. Robin Trotman, Nursing Officer, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Queen Elizabeth Hospital,Bridgetown Barbados. rtrotman@qeh.gov.bb
Ms. Hellen Ofosu Dankyi, Senior Nursing Officer, Recovery Unit, Metropolitan Hospital, Cape Coast, Ghana, +233244986637.
Affiliations
- Barbados Nurses Council
- Nurses And Midwifery Council, Ghana
- Registered Nurses Association Of Barbados
- Ghana Registered Nurses And Midwives Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
10.2022 - Current
SENIOR NURSING OFFICER(CRITICAL CARE)
METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL, GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
08.2020 - 10.2022
NURSING OFFICER (CRITICAL CARE)
METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL, COVID-19 TREATMENT CENTRE GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
09.2019 - 10.2020
NURSING OFFICER(CRITICAL CARE)
TRAUMA AND SPECIALIST HOSPITAL, GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
06.2017 - 08.2019
DIPLOMA IN GENERAL NURSING - REGISTERED GENERAL NURSING
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
SAMMO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
- Advance Cardiac Life Support (American Heart Association- 2024).
- Basic Life Support(American Heart Association-2024).
- Basic Critical Care Training For COVID-19 patients (COVID-19 National Case Management Team-2021).
- Non-operative Pediatric Fracture Treatment ( AO Alliance -2019).
- Pain Management In The ICU (The Critical Care Nurses Group Of G hana-2016).
- Basic Cardiac Life Support ( The Ghana National Cardiothoracic Center -2015
Bachelor of Science - Critical Care Nursing
SCHOOL OF PERIOPERATIVE AND CRITICAL CARE NURSING
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