Care Assistant Staff Nurse
Resume:
Wathsala Prabhashani II ***-***-******* II *************@*****.***
Samanthuwawasam Wathsala Prabhashani
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Tabib Family, #55, D N Havel, Megiddo, Israel, 192 30 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced healthcare professional currently serving as a Domestic Health Care Assistant at Privet Homes in Israel since April 2023. Previously worked as a Staff Nurse at Medi Help Group of Hospital in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and in the Medical and Surgical wards at Hemas Hospital Pvt. Ltd. Held the position of Senior Nurse in the Emergency unit and ICU. Completed a Higher National Diploma in General Nursing at Ceylon Hospital PLC - Durdans Hospital Nurses Training Center and is a registered private sector nurse.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Domestic Health Care Assistant Apr 2023 - Present
Privet Homes • Israel
• Prepare patients for endoscopic and colonoscopic procedures by explaining the process, obtaining informed consent, and ensuring they follow pre-procedure instructions.
• Assist the physician during endoscopic and colonoscopic procedures by handling instruments, monitoring patient vitals, and ensuring the sterility of the equipment.
• Provide post-procedure care, including monitoring patients for any adverse reactions, managing recovery, and offering post-procedure instructions and education. Staff Nurse Jul 2022 - Mar 2023
Medi Help Group of Hospital • Colombo, Sri Lanka
Staff Nurse - Medical and Surgical wards Jan 2020 - Jun 2022 Hemas hospital Pvt. Ltd • Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Provide comprehensive care to patients, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing symptoms for both pre-operative and post-operative patients.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans, effectively communicate patient status and needs, and ensure a seamless transition of care.
• Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, surgical procedures, post-operative care, and discharge instructions.
Senior Nurse - Emergency unit, Medical & Surgical intensive care unit Dec 2017 - Jan 2020 Hemas Hospital Pvt. Ltd • Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Provide immediate and intensive care to critically ill patients, continuously monitor vital signs, and respond rapidly to changes in patient conditions.
• Administer advanced life support, perform emergency interventions, and operate life-saving equipment to stabilize patients in critical situations.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans, and ensure accurate and timely communication of patient status. Staff Nurse - Coronary Intensive Care Unit May 2014 - Dec 2016 Durdans Hospital • Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Provide compassionate and high-quality care to patients, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs promptly. Wathsala Prabhashani II 009-477-1864335 II *************@*****.*** EDUCATION
Reading BSc in Professional Nursing
Birmingham City University -United Kingdom
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination Jun 2004 - Aug 2006 Sri Sumangala Girls College • Panadura, Sri Lanka
SKILLS
• Ability to speak English, Hebrew and Sinhala languages.
• Experience in monitoring vital signs, BP, pulse, respiration rate, temperature,
• Physical stamina and ability to lift and move patients if required.
• Expertise in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
• In-depth understanding of psychopharmacology and the administration
• Ability to provide emotional support to patients and their families.
• Experience with personal care tasks - Diaper changing, dressing, and grooming. PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
• Higher National Diploma in Practical and Counselling Psychology at Sip - way university in Sri Lanka
• Higher National Diploma proficiency in General Nursing at Ceylon Hospital PLC - Durdans Hospital Nurses Training Center, Sri Lanka.
• Registered private sector Nurse in the private Health Service Regulation Council. (PHSRC /PSN/1877)
• Certificate of Competency in Nursing in Theory and Practical Assessment in National Training Institute of Nurses and Paramedics for the Private sector.
• Career Development course in Pharmacy at Aquinas University College in Sri Lanka.
• Diploma in English at Ceylon English Training College in Sri Lanka.
• Certification of Cardiac Life Support Training of 2013 based on, the European Resuscitation Council Guidelines 2011 Endorsed by the College of Anesthesiologists of Sri Lanka.
• Certification in Advanced Pediatric Life support and neonatal life support Training.
• Theory and practical examination for care assistant in National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NVQ LEVEL 4) In Sri Lanka.
• Following a Diploma in counselling and psychology, NVQ level 5.
• Caregiving for the Elderly by the Israel Ministry of Social Security and Welfare for the Aged. VOLUNTEER WORK
Member 2018 - 2024
Hospital Welfare Association • Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Starting and implementing a project to develop rural schools in Sri Lanka with the help of nurses working in the hospital.
• Contributing to starting and implementing a monthly dry food supply program for 5 Elder homes in Sri Lanka that are particularly in need of assistance from the year 2022. ACHIEVEMENTS
• Led a quality improvement initiative that reduced patient wait times and increased overall patient satisfaction in the hospital.
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