I am a healthcare innovator and registered nurse focused on human factors and design for health and wellbeing. With over a decade of international clinical experience and an MSc in Design for Health and Wellbeing, I apply usability, human factors engineering and UX/UI principles to create safe, effective medical devices and digital health solutions. I translate frontline clinical needs into scalable innovations, including the SPARKS/HSE 2026 sepsis diagnostic platform. I have strong knowledge of medical device standards, risk management and regulatory-focused design, and I thrive at the intersection of care, design research and technology to improve patient safety and workflow.

Williams Sarfo-Baafi

I am a healthcare innovator and registered nurse focused on human factors and design for health and wellbeing. With over a decade of international clinical experience and an MSc in Design for Health and Wellbeing, I apply usability, human factors engineering and UX/UI principles to create safe, effective medical devices and digital health solutions. I translate frontline clinical needs into scalable innovations, including the SPARKS/HSE 2026 sepsis diagnostic platform. I have strong knowledge of medical device standards, risk management and regulatory-focused design, and I thrive at the intersection of care, design research and technology to improve patient safety and workflow.

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I am a healthcare innovator and registered nurse focused on human factors and design for health and wellbeing. With over a decade of international clinical experience and an MSc in Design for Health and Wellbeing, I apply usability, human factors engineering and UX/UI principles to create safe, effective medical devices and digital health solutions.

I translate frontline clinical needs into scalable innovations, including the SPARKS/HSE 2026 sepsis diagnostic platform. I have strong knowledge of medical device standards, risk management and regulatory-focused design, and I thrive at the intersection of care, design research and technology to improve patient safety and workflow.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Icelandic
Advanced
Twi
Fluent

Work Experience

Healthcare Assistant at Access – Avista
September 1, 2025 - Present
Provide healthcare assistance and support to patients; assist with daily living activities; liaise with clinical teams to support care delivery and safety.
Healthcare Assistant at West Limerick Independent Living (WLIL)
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Deliver in-home healthcare support and services for residents in independent living arrangements; assist with daily activities and care coordination.
Senior Nursing Officer at Agogo Presbyterian Hospital
July 1, 2020 - September 1, 2025
Led an adult medical-surgical ward; supervised nursing staff, coordinated patient care, and ensured adherence to clinical guidelines and safety standards.
Nurse/Phlebotomist / Staff Nurse at Landspitali Iceland
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2020
Delivered direct patient care and phlebotomy in a busy hospital setting.
Nurse Phlebotomist/Staff Nurse at Landspitali Iceland
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2020
Carried out phlebotomy and general nursing duties; performed patient assessments and supported procedures in inpatient settings.
Healthcare Assistant at Landspitali Iceland
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017
Provided essential patient care and support during in-hospital care periods.
Staff Nurse / Senior Staff Nurse at Agogo Presbyterian Hospital
February 1, 2013 - September 1, 2016
Delivered nursing care on the medical-surgical wards; contributed to clinical rounds, patient safety and care planning.

Education

MSc. Design for Health and Wellbeing at University of Limerick
September 1, 2025 - August 1, 2026
BSc. Nursing Studies at University of Limerick
September 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Diploma in Icelandic as a second language at University of Iceland
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017
Associate degree in General Nursing at Agogo Presbyterian Nursing and Midwifery Training College
October 1, 2008 - August 1, 2011
General Science at Dwamena Akenten Senior High School
May 1, 2004 - November 1, 2007
Master of Science in Design for Health and Wellbeing at University of Limerick
September 1, 2025 - August 1, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Studies at University of Limerick
September 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Diploma in Icelandic as a Second Language at University of Iceland
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017
Associate Degree in General Nursing at Agogo Presbyterian Nursing and Midwifery Training College
October 1, 2008 - August 1, 2011
General Science at Dwamena Akenten Senior High School
May 1, 2004 - November 1, 2007

Qualifications

Registered Nurse
January 11, 2030 - July 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Software & Internet