Jamesetta Goaneh Chesson
Monrovia
Summary
A highly analytical and result-oriented professional Health Policy Specialist, Epidemiologist and Nurse, with demonstrated experience with health programs implementation and policy development. Extensive experience in infection Prevention and control, Infectious diseases, health promotion, Critical care, nursing education and staff management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Policy and Planning Specialist
National Public Health Institute of Liberia
06.2024 - Current
- Lead the formulation and review of public health policies, ensuring they are consistent with national health objectives and international standards.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, such as government agencies, international partners, and civil society, to gain feedback for policy development.
- Monitor and evaluate the strategic plan's implementation, including recommendations for changes in response to progress and changing circumstances.
- Ensure that the strategic plan is integrated with the Institute's operational activities and is updated on a regular basis.
Technical Lead
National Public Health Institute of Liberia
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Coordinated monitoring and supervision activities for public health programs, ensuring the successful implementation of disease control measures.
- Provided technical expertise to the Director General on public health policies and strategic initiatives.
- Gathered and analyzed data on a variety of technical, administrative and policy matters; develop recommendations.
Epidemiologist
Ministry Of Health
12.2020 - 02.2023
- Analyzed health data to identify trends, risk factors, and outcomes associated with specific diseases.
- Educated the public about health risks, promoting healthy behaviors and explaining the findings of public health research.
- Conducted IPC Training for Health professionals in the rural areas of Liberia during the COVID 19 pandemic.
Nurse Instructor
Star School of Professional Nursing
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted in the development of curriculum for training of nurses.
- Managed nursing students and demonstrating nursing procedure to students.
- Served as BLSS (basic Life Saving Skill) trainer for senior students at the institution.
Officer in Charge
City Laboratory and Clinic
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Provided administrative direction and coordination in developing planning and implementing the clinic's business plans.
- Organized workshops and seminars for staff nurses at all the clinic branches and kept track of all the nurses who were trained in different discipline.
- Coordinated with the Ministry of Health and other donors on tracking and reporting HIV and other STD cases at the facility.
Nursing Supervisor
Benson Hospital
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Trained student nurses during affiliation, equipped hospital employees with all necessary skills to use the latest medical product in improving patient comfort and health outcome.
- Educated and supervised staff nurses to provide professional healthcare to patients.
Education
Certificate -
Liberia Field Epidemiology Training Program
09.2024
Masters - Public Health Care Policy And Management
Cuttington University Graduate School
05.2024
Masters - Public Health Epidemiology
Cuttington University Graduate School
06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cuttington University
Suacoco, Bong County06.2016
Certificate Basic Life Saving Skills(BLSS) -
Cuttington University
Suacoco, Bong County05.2016
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Analytical
- Creativity
- MS Word
- Power Point
- Excel
- Health Promotion
- Project Implementation
- Stress Management
- Teamwork
- Detail Oriented
- Excellent Communication Skills
Languages
English
Timeline
Health Policy and Planning Specialist
National Public Health Institute of Liberia
06.2024 - Current
Technical Lead
National Public Health Institute of Liberia
02.2023 - 06.2024
Epidemiologist
Ministry Of Health
12.2020 - 02.2023
Nurse Instructor
Star School of Professional Nursing
12.2019 - 12.2020
Officer in Charge
City Laboratory and Clinic
02.2017 - 11.2019
Nursing Supervisor
Benson Hospital
03.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cuttington University
Certificate -
Liberia Field Epidemiology Training Program
Masters - Public Health Care Policy And Management
Cuttington University Graduate School
Masters - Public Health Epidemiology
Cuttington University Graduate School
Certificate Basic Life Saving Skills(BLSS) -
Cuttington University
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