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LAWRENCE ELIKPLIM ATSAKLI

LAWRENCE ELIKPLIM ATSAKLI

Central Region,Ghana

Summary

Compassionate healthcare professional with focus on patient care and well-being. Committed to delivering high-quality medical support through strong clinical skills and thorough knowledge of healthcare protocols. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

Highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF management. Demonstrates exceptional communication and managerial skills, with a strong focus on quality improvement and leadership. Proven ability to deliver patient-centered care, including infection control procedures, catheter and wound care, and pre- and post-operation care. Holds Basic Life Support Certification and excels in evidence-based practice and paediatric care. Adept at staff supervision, fostering a team-oriented environment, and achieving results through adaptive skills and hardworking nature. Career goal includes advancing in healthcare management to further enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Locum Nurse

HealthLink Hospital
Adjiringanor-Accra, Ghana
06.2024 - 02.2025
  • Admission and management of general, medical and surgical cases, emergency care services, gerontological cases, palliative care, communicable diseases management
  • Engaged in training for cardiovascular disease management, facilitates clinical meetings for nurses and play other leadership roles in the department.
  • Mentored new and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
  • Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
  • Facilitated the recovery of patients through constant monitoring and evaluation of condition.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Assisted doctors during procedures, ensuring successful operations.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.

Nursing Officer

St. Luke Catholic Hospital
Apam, Ghana
03.2022 - 02.2025
  • Admission and management of general, medical and surgical cases at the ward.
  • Engaged in triaging and detaining patients at the Accident and Emergency Unit and the Out-Patient Department
  • Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation of patients, provide emergency care to casualties, and management of isolation cases
  • Engaged in training for improved customer care services and quality assessment and improvement.
  • Facilitated assessment of other wards and units, ward management, development of ward yearly action plan and other leadership roles
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximizing data accuracy.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Assessed and triaged patients to identify immediate care needs and facilitate individualized interventions.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Delegated clinical nursing tasks to meet patients' care requirements.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Facilitated efficient ward operations by maintaining stock control, promptly re-ordering low-stock medication and supplies.
  • Liaised with physicians and care team personnel to promote continuity of care.

Rotation Nurse

National Service Scheme
Osu-Accra, Ghana
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Engaged in rotation in various wards and units including Out-Patient Department, surgical and medical wards, Paediatric ward, Public Health Unit, Disease Control Unit, Family Planning Unit, ENT Unit, Eye Unit, Accident and Emergency Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Mental Health Unit and Electrocardiogram Unit.
  • Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with senior colleagues and patients alike.
  • Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
  • Assisted doctors during procedures, ensuring successful operations.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Participated in health education programs and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Health and Allied Sciences
Ho
08.2015 - 07.2019

West African Secondary School Certificate Examination - General Science

Ejisuman Senior High School
Ejisu
05.2011 - 06.2014

Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic Education

Effiduasi Seventh-Day Adventist Junior High School
Effiduasi
09.2009 - 04.2011

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • PDF
  • Typing
  • Internet surfing
  • General management
  • Customer care service
  • Communication skills
  • Quality improvement
  • Leadership skills
  • Team player
  • Adaptive skills
  • Effective communication
  • Patient-centered care
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Aeromedical evacuation
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Pre- and post-operation care
  • Evidence-Based Practice

Languages

English
Advanced
Twi
Advanced
Ewe
Upper intermediate

Affiliations

  • Singing
  • Reading
  • Teaching
  • Public speaking

Accomplishments

BACHELOR OF NURSING

Undergraduate Thesis: KNOWLEDGE, PRACTICE AND EFFECTS OF SELF- MEDICATION AMONG CONTINUING STUDENTS IN THE NURSING TRAINING COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES IN THE HO MUNICIPALITY.

Certification

  • AEROMEDICAL EVACUAATION TRAINING COURSE

GHANA AIR FORCE AVIATION COLLEGE

January 2025

  • BASIC LIFE SUPPORT

AFRICA PARTNERS MEDICAL-GHANA

January 2025

  • ISO 9001:2015 - QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (QMS)

Alison

Aug 2024

  • EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE

RISING AFRICA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

May 2024

  • NATIONAL SERVICE

GHANA NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME

March 2021

  • REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE

NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL-GHANA

March 2020

  • BACHELOR OF NURSING

UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES-HO

July 2019

  • WASSCE CERTIFICATE

EJISUMAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

June 2014

  • BECE CERTIFICATE

EFFIDUASE SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

April 2011

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Locum Nurse

HealthLink Hospital
06.2024 - 02.2025

Nursing Officer

St. Luke Catholic Hospital
03.2022 - 02.2025

Rotation Nurse

National Service Scheme
05.2020 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Health and Allied Sciences
08.2015 - 07.2019

West African Secondary School Certificate Examination - General Science

Ejisuman Senior High School
05.2011 - 06.2014

Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic Education

Effiduasi Seventh-Day Adventist Junior High School
09.2009 - 04.2011

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