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I am a highly experienced nursing professional and educator with over 22 years of combined expertise in nursing practice and academia. I earned my PhD in 2021 from the University of South Africa and currently serve as the Head of the Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Cape. My research interests encompass nursing education and adult health, areas in which I have made significant scholarly contributions with over 16 publications. I am an active member of the University Teachers Association of Ghana and the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association, reflecting my commitment to professional development and advocacy within the nursing field. Throughout my career, I have engaged in both national and international conferences, sharing insights and collaborating with experts to advance nursing education and healthcare delivery. Notably, I presented 2 abstracts at the 7th Annual Africa Interdisciplinary Health Conference “Healthcare in Africa: Collaboration, Innovation and Sustainability” in Johannesburg, South Africa, University of the Witwatersrand among other prestigious academic gatherings. With a strong background in research, leadership, and clinical practice, I remain dedicated to shaping the future of nursing through education, mentorship, and innovative healthcare solutions. 

 

Focus & expertise

Specializations

Academic interests · number = colleagues who share it

Recent activity

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Conference Mar 2024

7th Annual Africa Interdisciplinary Health Conference “Healthcare in Africa: Collaboration, Innovation And Sustainability” in Johannesburg

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Conference Mar 2024

2024 9th Association of West African Universities (AWAU Conference 2024 and 11th Annual General Meeting) “Promoting quality tertiary education in West Africa through collaboration, regional integration and technology” in Ghana

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Conference Mar 2023

WHO Global Conference “Engaging patients for patient safety”

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Conference Jul 2019

University of Ghana (Legon)

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Conference Oct 2017

Elsevier Authorship workshop

Background

🎓 Education & qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

University of South Africa

2021

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing

University of Cape Coast

2016

Master of Philosophy in Nursing

University of Cape Coast

2014

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

University of Cape Coast

2010

Diploma in Nursing

University of Ghana

2009

Career & positions

Departmental Registration & Exams Officer

Department of Adult Health Nursing

Aug, 2022 to Aug, 2024

Departmental Registration & Exams Officer

School of Nursing and Midwifery

Aug, 2023 to Oct, 2024

Head of Department

Department of Adult Health Nursing

Aug, 2024 to Aug, 2026

Publications 20 works

ORCID 0000-0001-5281-1006 →

2026

Gender differences in coping strategies and mental health outcomes among people living with chronic medical conditions

Jerry Paul K. Ninnoni, Isaac Tetteh Commey, Emmanuel Budu Harmah, Mustapha Amoadu et al.

Discover Social Science and Health · Article · Source: OpenAlex

Impact of Basic Life Support Training Program on Nurses’ Knowledge and Practice

Ebenezer Quayson, Irene Korkoi Aboh, Rita Opoku-Danso

SAGE Open Nursing · Article · Source: OpenAlex

2025

Quality faculty-nursing students’ relationship: a systematic review of facilitators, barriers, and impact on students

Rita Opoku-Danso, Isaac Tetteh Commey, Dorcas Frempomaa Agyare, Gifty Owusu et al.

BMC Nursing · Review · 14 citations · Source: OpenAlex

2024

Ownership and usage of insecticide-treated nets in Ghana: a scoping review of facilitators and barriers

Patience Fakornam Doe, Andrews Adjei Druye, Theodora Dedo Azu, Christian Makafui Boso et al.

Malaria Journal · Article · 20 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Uptake and Effectiveness of Intermittent Preventive Treatment with Sulfadoxine-Pyrimethamine during Pregnancy in Africa: A Scoping Review

Gifty Osei Berchie, Patience Fakornam Doe, Theodora Dedo Azu, Joyce Agyeiwaa et al.

Diseases · Article · 14 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Barriers and outcomes of therapeutic communication between nurses and patients in Africa: a scoping review

Susanna Aba Abraham, Frederick Nsatimba, Dorcas Frempomaa Agyare, Joyce Agyeiwaa et al.

BMC Nursing · Article · 11 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Self-management interventions for gestational diabetes in Africa: a scoping review

Andrews Adjei Druye, Gifty Owusu, Naomi Kyeremaa Yeboa, Christian Makafui Boso et al.

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth · Article · 5 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Self-management needs, strategies and support for sickle cell disease in developing countries: a scoping review protocol

Andrews Adjei Druye, Christian Makafui Boso, Mustapha Amoadu, Paul Obeng et al.

BMJ Open · Article · 2 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Sexting among College Students in Africa: A Scoping Review of Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Impact

Isaac Tetteh Commey, Mustapha Amoadu, Paul Obeng, Christiana Okantey et al.

Sexes · Article · 2 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Medication Administration Errors among Nurses and Midwives in Ghana

Rita Opoku-Danso, Vera Love Otoo, Christiana Asiedu

Open Journal of Nursing · Article · 1 citation · Source: OpenAlex

Management of Diabetic Ketoacidosis among Nurses: An Interventional Study at the New Tafo Government Hospital

Annabella Naa Adoley Allotey -, Rita Opoku-Danso, David Yarney -, Titus Kpiinfaar - et al.

International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research · Article · Source: OpenAlex

2023

Midwives’ perceptions of and attitudes towards prevention of mother-to-child-transmission of HIV

Rita Opoku-Danso, Debbie Habedi

Curationis · Article · 11 citations · Source: OpenAlex

2022

Correlates of cervical cancer screening participation, intention and self-efficacy among Muslim women in southern Ghana

Nancy Innocentia Ebu Enyan, Anita Efua Davies, Rita Opoku-Danso, Francis Annor et al.

BMC Women s Health · Article · 33 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Perception of Nursing and Midwifery Trainees towards Clinical Environment at Cape Coast in the Central Region of Ghana

Monica Salakpi, Christiana Asiedu, Dorcas Frempomaa Agyare, Rita Opoku-Danso et al.

Open Journal of Nursing · Article · 3 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Knowledge and Perception of Senior High School (SHS) Students about Emergency Contraceptive Use in the Garu and Tempane Districts

Christiana Asiedu, Ophelia Beyereh Dip, Rita Opoku-Danso

Gynecology & Reproductive Health · Article · 1 citation · Source: OpenAlex

Assessing the Knowlege and Perception Among Breastfeeding Mothers on Covid 19 in Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai District

Christiana Asiedu, Rita Opoku-Danso, Theodora Acquah

Journal of Biomedical Engineering and Medical Imaging · Article · Source: OpenAlex

OpenAlex updated 18 Sep 2026

Engagements

📅 Conferences attended

2019 University of Ghana (Legon) Participant · Noguchi Conference Facility
2017 Elsevier Authorship workshop Participant · University of Cape Coast Medical Sciences Auditorium
2017 ICT Use and Its importance in Academic Practice Participant · University Cape Caost, College of Education Studies
2015 The Nursing Process: A tool for evidence based practice Participant · University of Cape Coast, School of Nursing
2012 Emotional Intelligence and Team Building Participant · University of Cape Coast-Health Services
2024 7th Annual Africa Interdisciplinary Health Conference “Healthcare in Africa: Collaboration, Innovation And Sustainability” in Johannesburg presenter · South Africa, University of the Witwatersrand
2024 2024 9th Association of West African Universities (AWAU Conference 2024 and 11th Annual General Meeting) “Promoting quality tertiary education in West Africa through collaboration, regional integration and technology” in Ghana participant · University of Cape Coast.
2023 WHO Global Conference “Engaging patients for patient safety” participant · Geneva, Switzerland

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