BERNARD SSERWANGA

Provide direct care to patients experiencing acute and psychiatric emergencies.

Assist with activities of daily living

Watch patients for any adverse medication effects

Participate in therapeutic activities with patients

Contribute to a safe and healing environment for patients including conducting safety checks, room searches and responding patients needs.

Collaborating with Nurses and psychiatrist, therapists and other healthcare professionals

Participating in group therapy and as well implementing treatment plans

Maintaining accurate and timely patient records

Respond and de-escalate crisis situation and including physical intervention

• Developed strong rapport with patient caretakers , fostering trust and open communication to better understand patient needs and concerns.
• Collaborated closely with primary care providers to address co-occurring physical health issues among psychiatric patients, ensuring comprehensive care solutions.
• Served as a mentor for general medical practitioners and nurses, guiding their professional development in assessing and providing care for mentally ill patients.
• Provided timely Mental health ground rounds with general practitioners and Nursing staff.
• Managed volunteer calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability.
• Performed skills assessments to link volunteers to roles matching individual skills and competencies.
• Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.
• Managed aspects of program activities and services, overseeing operations of volunteers and mentors and personally corresponding with key donors.
• Championed volunteer achievements and drove performance through incentives.
• Held volunteer seminars and training sessions to promote solidarity between volunteers and understanding of mission and goals of organization.
• Uncovered opportunities for volunteer program improvement by soliciting staff feedback and evaluating volunteer performance.
• Supported volunteers by providing training, mentoring, developing and delivering resources and identifying and cultivating partnerships to support volunteers.
• Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future clinic needs.
• Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.

• Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication to better understand their needs and concerns.
• Conducted risk assessments on patients presenting with suicidal or homicidal ideation, implementing safety measures to protect both the individual and the broader community.
• Enhanced patient care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive mental health treatment plans.
• Performed thorough psychiatric evaluations, accurately diagnosing patients'' conditions and formulating appropriate interventions.
• Gathered and maintained patient information and social and medical history obtained from relatives, patients and other professionals.
• Developed strong working relationships with community resources such as therapists, social workers, and substance abuse counselors, facilitating seamless coordination of care for patients requiring additional services.
• Prescribed, directed and administered psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat various mental, behavioral and emotional disorders.
• Reduced hospital readmissions for patients with severe mental illnesses through effective medication management and follow-up care.
• Educated families about the nature of mental illness, empowering them to support loved ones in their recovery journey effectively.
• Demonstrated empathy and active listening during patient interactions, providing a supportive environment for individuals to share their experiences openly.
• Collaborated closely with primary care providers to address co-occurring physical health issues among psychiatric patients, ensuring comprehensive care solutions.
• Cultivated a safe environment for patients during therapy sessions by maintaining confidentiality and establishing clear boundaries.
• Counseled outpatients and other patients during office visits and designed individualized care plans.
• Served as a mentor for medical students and residents, guiding their professional development in psychiatry through hands-on learning experiences.
• Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in psychiatry, enhancing clinical skills and knowledge base.
• Presented at conferences and workshops on various topics within the field of psychiatry, promoting continued education among colleagues.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary meetings for case reviews, sharing insights from a psychiatric perspective that informed overall treatment planning processes.
• Provided crisis intervention services to stabilize acutely ill patients, preventing self-harm or harm to others.

• Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical processes and enhance overall patient care standards.
• Increased patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, clear communication, and empathetic bedside manner.
• Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members for optimal patient care delivery.
• Contributed to ongoing professional development by actively participating in continuing education courses, workshops, and seminars related to clinical practice advancements.
• Streamlined referral processes for specialty services, ensuring timely access to necessary evaluations and treatments for patients.
• Streamlined clinic operations, implementing efficient scheduling and documentation practices.
• Conducted detailed patient assessments to identify symptoms and accurately diagnose conditions, leading to more effective treatment plans.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and attentive care during consultations and treatments.
• Advocated for patient rights, ensuring ethical considerations were prioritized in all clinic operations and treatment decisions.
• Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by simplifying medical jargon into understandable language during consultations.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual health conditions.
• Updated clinic's emergency response protocols, significantly improving response times and patient survival rates in critical situations.
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for surgical procedures, minimizing complications and improving patient safety.
• Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
• Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatment.
• Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
• Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.

• Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
• Completed routine physical exams and diagnostic tests to provide accurate diagnosis.
• Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
• Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
• Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
• Contributed to ongoing professional development by actively participating in continuing education courses, workshops, and seminars related to clinical practice advancements.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and attentive care during consultations and treatments.
• Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatment.

• Provided emergency treatment onsite and responded in urgent situations.
• Managed complex trauma cases, effectively coordinating care between various specialists and support staff.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with local EMS providers, ensuring seamless transfer of patients to the emergency department.
• Enhanced team collaboration by fostering open communication among interdisciplinary staff members.
• Created a supportive work environment that cultivated teamwork, professionalism, and excellence in patient care delivery.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices in emergency care.
• Promoted patient-centered care by consistently addressing concerns, providing education on conditions, and discussing treatment options thoroughly.
• Determined emergency situation and developed plan of action.
• Assisted with mobilization, ambulation and transport of patients.
• Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions.
• Prescribed medications, recommended treatments or suggested related therapeutic procedures.
• Examined patients to determine overall physical and emotional status.
• Recorded patient electronic record information regarding physical findings, treatment rendered, formulated plan and prognosis based on patient's condition.

• Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
• Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
• Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
• Increased patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, clear communication, and empathetic bedside manner.
• Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members for optimal patient care delivery.
• Streamlined referral processes for specialty services, ensuring timely access to necessary evaluations and treatments for patients.
• Conducted detailed patient assessments to identify symptoms and accurately diagnose conditions, leading to more effective treatment plans.
• Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by simplifying medical jargon into understandable language during consultations.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual health conditions.
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for surgical procedures, minimizing complications and improving patient safety.
• Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
• Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.

• Enhanced patient care by assisting medical professionals with clinical tasks and administrative duties.
• Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing empathetic support and addressing concerns during their stay.
• Assisted in the delivery of quality healthcare services by participating in various department rotations, gaining hands-on experience in different areas of medicine.
• Gained valuable insight into patient needs through regular interaction, enabling more targeted solutions to address individual concerns effectively.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by addressing any arising logistical challenges within the hospital environment, leading to smoother daily operations.
• Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
• Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
• Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services.
• Helped clinical staff with in-office procedures by organizing spaces and passing instruments.
• Obtained patient or family member authorizations for tests and procedures.
• Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals.