Care Assistant / Personal support worker
Resume:
Prasad Gunarathna
Ani Ma’amin **, Ramat Hasharon, Israel.
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Healthcare/ Nurse Assistant, Caregiver, Aged care worker / Disability worker
CAREER SUMMARY
Experienced astute and multi-certified Healthcare / Nurse Assistant, Caregiver, Aged care worker and Disability worker with over 6 years of experience in geriatric care, Disability care, Dementia care, Dementia Communication Strategies, First aid & CPR within a care home facility and assisted living environments. Recognized for ability to provide emotional and physical support to clients and staffs. Possess exceptional communication abilities, as well as cultural sensitivity to deal with a diverse range of people. Exceptionally sensitive and dedicated Caregiver with a strong record of health care service and client satisfaction. Adept at handling a variety of client issues and problems with kindness and professionalism. Dedicated and compassionate provider of elder care, companionship and comfort for senior citizen residents of assisted living and memory care communities. Patient, personable and professional in responding to resident needs, with a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating all with dignity and respect.
Over the years, I have begged numerous and diverse certificates, these includes certification in Basic First Aid & CPR, AED from Magen David Adom, National ambulance service of Israel, NVQ Level - III Certification in Care giving (National vocational Qualification level – 3), and IVQ Level - II Specialist Diploma in Healthcare from City & Guilds, United Kingdom. I also completed diploma program in Healthcare at Surado Campus, Pannipitiya, Srilanka. I am vast, competent and experienced for the care-giving job to benefit your organization.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Alzheimer, dementia, Parkinson and Paralysis care
Hospice & Respite care
End of life care
Terminally ill patients ( bedridden ) Care
Hydro therapy
Nutritional Meal Preparation
Grooming assistance
Indoor and outdoor activities
Laundry
Customer service
Social stimulation
Health condition monitoring
Memory Care
Dementia Communication Strategies
Anxiety Reduction
Social Interaction
Cognitive Support
Psycho-Emotional Care
Warm Companionship
Reading, Games & Activities
On-Site & Off-Site Events
Independent Living Facilitation
Physical Care
Bathing & Personal Hygiene
Dressing Assistance
Meal & Feeding Support
Emergency CPR & First Aid
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
An effective communicator at all levels in the organization, with strong oral and written skills and a willingness to share information.
Possess a good level of physical fitness, and basic emergency techniques knowledge
A good team player and ability to work individually without supervision.
Excellent grasp of basic caregiving procedures.
Calm, upbeat demeanor to give patients more than just a caregiver but to give them a friend
Active listening skills to take my time to understand what a patient is trying to communicate
Capability to monitor effectively and tell when something needs to be changed to a patient’s routine
Detail-oriented professional with well-honed administrative and documentation skills.
Equipped with excellent research and client relations skills, coupled with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage a broad range of responsibilities.
A high work ethic, concern for and commitment to quality, a flexible, proactive approach, and a team player. Flexibility to work outside normal office hours and travel as required.
Can work effectively with management to ensure deadlines are met and client and candidate needs are served.
Ability to Multi task, while maintaining confidential information.
Energetic, ambitious person who has developed a mature and responsible approach to any task I undertake or situation that I am presented with.
Very capable with working in a team and encourage other members to achieve objectives.
Possess a terrific Language Proficiency – IELTS 6.5 overall
WORK EXPERIENCE
Live-in Care giver 2018 to Present
Abarbanel family, Nathan caregivers / herziliya, Israel
Key Contributions:
Assisting an 85 year old physically disabled wheelchair bound client in his own home with all his daily needs including personal hygiene, dressing, turning positions and transferring, light housekeeping and preparing meals.
Overseeing my client’s schedules consisting of exercise routines, doctor appointments, medication intake, recreational activities, and family visits.
Live-in Care giver 2016 - 2018
Shamah family, AB Caregivers /Kfar Sava, Israel.
Key Contributions:
Cared for an 89 year old individual lives with wife and family.
Performed light housekeeping duties including cleaning and meal preparation.
Assisted client with bathing, clothing, and feeding
Followed care plan and encourage client to engage in physical activities daily to keep him healthy.
Improved client's emotional wellbeing by taking to his favorite places, played games etc.
Assisted my client to attend family gatherings on all special occasions and holidays.
Healthcare Assistant/ Residential Care worker 2013 – 2016
Royal Nursing Home pvt Ltd, Nawinna, Srilanka.
Key Contributions:
Cared for an average of 7 different clients on a rotational schedule
Performed light housekeeping duties with in the care home facility
Assisted assigned clients with basic needs such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding etc.
Followed care plans, Home regulations, health & safety procedures and ensured safety practices were consistently implemented.
Supported superiors in organizing leisure activities for residents.
Service Crew 2011 – 2013
Riza Food Services Co. Ltd, Saudi Arabia.
Key Contributions:
Prepared all the fast food items according to the cooking standards
Maintained cleanliness of equipment and the surrounding
Assisted supervisors, mangers and other team members to achieve daily tasks
Maintained good personal Hygiene
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
NVQ Level - III Certification in Care giving (National vocational Qualification level – 3)
Specialist Diploma in Healthcare from City & Guilds, United Kingdom ( IVQ Level 2 Qualification)
Specialized diploma program in Healthcare at Surado Campus, Pannipitiya, Srilanka.
Diploma in English
IELTS ( 6.5 Overall in general module )
Certification in Computer for Office Environment ( MS Office )
GCE Ordinary Level & Advance Level Examination held by Government Of Sri Lanka
Certification in AED, CPR & First Aid – valid till may,2021 ( from Magen David Adom, National ambulance service,Israel) – 22 hours Program
Country Specific Training Course in Care giving for Israel, by The Sri Lanka Bureau Of Foreign Employment - 300 Hours
Attended Aquatic Therapy and swimming course
Attended a seminar on Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy
Attended a work shop on Geriatric care
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