Lalit Pattanaik
Founder, President & CEO, Global Nurse Force
Bio
Lalit Pattanaik is the driving force behind Global Nurse Force, an ethical international recruitment agency established in 2000 to transform how nurses access opportunities abroad. His journey began when he witnessed the profound impact of compassionate, professional caregiving during his parents' later years in the United States a realisation that inspired him to champion fair treatment and ethical support for nurses worldwide. With the added perspective of a US-licensed immigration attorney, Lalit has architected recruitment and visa workflows that safeguard both candidates and clients.
Under Lalit's stewardship, Global Nurse Force pioneered a zero-cost recruitment model in 2003, eliminating placement and processing charges for candidates and shifting costs to hiring facilities in strict alignment with WHO and ICN guidelines. He also instituted an in-house training and relocation programme covering language coaching, visa assistance and temporary housing to ensure every nurse arrived fully prepared and supported.
Over two decades, Lalit has forged strategic partnerships with major healthcare systems, most notably securing inclusion on the NHS Employers' Ethical Recruiters List and approval as a supplier under HealthTrust Europe Framework in November 2024. His team has placed thousands of nurses across the UK, USA, Ireland, Germany and the Middle East, achieving a 98 percent satisfaction rate and reducing early attrition through data-driven matching and mentoring initiatives.
A sought-after speaker on staffing and recruitment strategy, Lalit has shared his insights on platforms such as Becker's Healthcare Podcast. His dedication to fair recruitment, comprehensive community care and pioneering digital matching has cemented Global Nurse Force's reputation as a pioneer in sustainable, nurse-first mobility.
Personal Quote:
“We believe empowering youth and healthcare professionals creates a ripple effect, uplifting families, transforming communities, and driving global change through the potential of one nurse, one life, at a time. - Lalit Pattanaik”