Hi, I’m
Patrick Ackah
Family Nurse practitioner
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
Newly certified Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) with over 19 years of clinical nursing experience in diverse healthcare settings. Recently completed the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program and obtained board certification. Skilled in-patient assessment, chronic disease management, and patient education. Seeking to transition into an advanced practice role, where I can leverage my extensive clinical background and leadership experience to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.
Dedicated healthcare professional with background in high-stress, fast-paced environments, seeking to transition into new field. Proven ability to lead teams, manage patient care, and ensure compliance with medical standards. Ready to leverage transferable skills to drive success in different industry.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Potomac Center
Charge Nurse
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Company Overview: State of Maryland
- Lead nursing operations in a behavioral health and rehabilitation facility, managing a team of nurses
- Develop patient care plans and oversee care coordination to ensure optimal outcomes
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to implement evidence-based practices and enhance patient care
- State of Maryland
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
Meritus Medical Center
Resource Nurse
05.2016 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Company Overview: Hagerstown, MD
- Supervise and mentor nursing staff in a busy acute care setting, ensuring high-quality care and patient safety
- Coordinate care for complex patients, drive quality improvement projects, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulation
- Facilitated patient transitions between care settings, collaborating with external providers to ensure smooth handoffs and continuity of care.
- Promoted a culture of evidence-based practice by staying current on nursing research and applying new findings to improve patient outcomes.
- Ensured patient safety by assessing risk factors and promptly addressing potential hazards in the healthcare environment.
- Contributed to improved unit efficiency by actively participating in process improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining workflows and enhancing team collaboration.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through the delivery of compassionate, high-quality nursing care and excellent communication with patients and families.
Correctional Center
Registered Nurse
11.2019 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Company Overview: Hagerstown, MD
- Delivered nursing care for incarcerated individuals, managing chronic diseases, and providing emergency care
- Worked with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for high-risk patients
- Hagerstown, MD
Buckingham Choice Nursing & Rehab
Registered Nurse
07.2018 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Company Overview: Frederick, MD
- Provided patient care in a rehabilitation setting, focusing on recovery and discharge planning
- Developed and managed care plans for post-operative patients and those requiring intensive rehabilitation
- Frederick, MD
Montgomery Village Healthcare Center
RN Supervisor
01.2012 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Company Overview: Gaithersburg, MD
- Oversee patient care in a long-term care facility, managing both staff and patient care plans
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality care and implement improvements to enhance patient outcomes
- Gaithersburg, MD
Johns Hopkins Medicine
RN Clinician III, Telemetry
09.2014 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Company Overview: Bethesda, MD
- Monitored telemetry patients, interpreting diagnostic data and collaborating with cardiologists
- Educated patients on heart health and assisted in developing care strategies for cardiovascular patients
- Bethesda, MD
Kole-Bu Teaching Hospital
Medical-Surgical Nurse
01.2003 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Company Overview: Accra, Ghana
- Delivered direct patient care in a high-volume medical-surgical unit, managing diverse medical and surgical conditions
- Worked closely with physicians to develop treatment plans for complex patient cases
- Accra, Ghana
Education
Purdue Global University
Master of Science from Family Nurse Practice
05.2022
Chamberlain College of NursingChicago, IL
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
08.2014
University of Ghana
Associate of Science from Nursing
01.2011
Skills
- Advanced Patient Assessment & Diagnosis
- Chronic Disease Management & Health Promotion
- Evidence-Based Practice & Care Coordination
- Telemetry Monitoring & Diagnostic Interpretation
- Leadership & Team Supervision
- Patient Education & Health Counseling
- Mentoring and coaching
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Care plan management
- Rapport building
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Performance management
- Nurse and CNA supervision
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 80 nurses and GNA staff members.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with other interdisciplinary teams
Certification
- Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP-C)
- Registered Nurse (RN) – State of Maryland
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- CPR Certified – American Heart Association
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) – WHO
Personal Information
Title: RN, MSN, CRNP
Awards
- Daisy Award – Meritus Medical Center (Multiple Awards)
- Past Chair – Nurse Quality Council, Meritus Medical Center
Community Service
- Youth Soccer Coach, YMCA, Hagerstown, MD, 02/01/21, 06/01/22
- HIV Coordinator, Ghana Health Services, Wasa Akropong, Ghana, 02/01/09, 03/01/11
Affiliations
- ANA
Languages
Twi
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Potomac Center
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Correctional Center
11.2019 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Buckingham Choice Nursing & Rehab
07.2018 - 06.2021
Resource Nurse
Meritus Medical Center
05.2016 - 03.2023
RN Clinician III, Telemetry
Johns Hopkins Medicine
09.2014 - 12.2015
RN Supervisor
Montgomery Village Healthcare Center
01.2012 - 05.2016
Medical-Surgical Nurse
Kole-Bu Teaching Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2011
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
University of Ghana
Associate of Science from Nursing
Purdue Global University
Master of Science from Family Nurse Practice
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