BRITTANY TAMARA DARKO

• Responsible for planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of adult clinica and community based patient care. Management of programme budget, and clinic resources for service delivery.
• Coordination of health promotion, educational activities and case management of clients.
• Organized educational workshops on topics such as nutrition, exercise, disease prevention and stress management.
• Implement strategic plans for increasing access to affordable healthcare services in underserved communities.

• Organized and managed health care services in the district, including developing individual treatment plans for patients.
• Conducted home visits to assess patient needs, assess and manage chronic and acute wounds, and educate on preventative healthcare measures.

• Assessed patient's needs and developed care plans to address identified issues.
• Conducted home visits to evaluate the physical condition of clients in their homes.
• Provided immunizations according to established protocols.
• Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care was delivered in a timely manner.
• Educated patients about their diseases, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
• Monitored patients' progress by collecting vital signs such as height, weight, blood pressure and pulse rate.
• Counseled patients regarding lifestyle changes needed for improved health outcomes.
• Coordinated referrals for specialty care as needed based on assessment findings.
• Maintained accurate records of patient interactions using electronic medical records systems.
• Identified risk factors associated with communicable diseases through contact tracing investigations.

• Coordinate surveillance, public health supervision, active monitoring and quarantine of travelers in various settings including the airport, Executive jet facility, Yacht Reporting Centre, seaports, Hotels, and Quarantine Station.
• Developed strategies to improve operational procedures
• Maintain submission of relevant data and reports to COVID-19 ESU Coordinator/Clinical Lead/Health Data Team/ Incident Commander.
• Coordinate the process used by traveler surveillance team for identification and enforcement of compliance breaches as per the relevant Quarantine legislation.

• Performed triage assessments of ED patients.
• Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
• Proficient in PALS, ACLS, Asthma management and trauma care while working in ED. Proper assessment of vitals and recognition of deterioration in patient condition.
• Proficient in application in orthopedics splints and casting.
• Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
• 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.
• Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.

Completed one year clinical rotation throughout the hospital on both surgical and medical wards as well as wound care clinics, Community home care team, mental health facility, dialysis and oncology units.

• Assessed, monitored and evaluated the health care needs of patients in a community setting.
• Provided education to patients and their families on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and provide input.
• Conducted home visits to assess physical condition of patients and provide necessary treatments.
• Administered medications, immunizations, wound dressings, injections, IV infusions and other medical treatments as prescribed by physician.
• Performed comprehensive assessments of physical, mental and psychosocial status of clients in the community.
• Coordinated referrals for additional services with other healthcare providers as needed.
• Maintained accurate records of client progress notes, medication administration records and other required documentation.

• Provided assistance to nursing staff with patient care activities such as bathing, dressing and feeding patients.
• Performed basic clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, height and weight measurements and blood glucose tests.
• Organized medical supplies and equipment for use in the clinic or hospital setting.
• Monitored patient progress and reported any changes to the healthcare team.
• Assisted in the administration of medication under the supervision of a nurse or physician.
• Conducted patient education on health topics related to their condition in pediatric ICU.
• Assisted in palliative care and management of pediatric children who had poor prognosis.