Gallage Krishanthi Harshani Peiris
2/2 Cobham Place, Te Hapara
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at the Health Ministry of Sri Lanka, excelling in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate care. Skilled in team coordination and patient education, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse ( Sri Lanka)
Health of Ministry Sri Lanka
05.2017 - 09.2025
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Led initiatives to improve patient safety protocols, resulting in enhanced compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify needs, ensuring comprehensive care delivery across various departments.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting self-care and informed decision-making.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
Health of Ministry Sri Lanka
09.2008 - 05.2017
- Administered medications and managed patient care plans, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and promoting a culture of continuous learning.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and reduce hospital readmission rates.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Education
General Nursing
College of Nursing
Kandana, Sri Lanka04-2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient management
- Team coordination
Certification
- Essential Pain Management- National Hospital of Sri Lanka (26th August 2016)
- Management of Dengue Fever- National Institute of Infectious Diseases (07th to 11th October 2019)
- Cardiology Nursing- Institute of Cardiology (07th to18th September 2009)
- Orthopaedics and Orthopaedic Nursing- The National Hospital of Sri Lanka ( 19th to 23rd March 2012)
- Adult, Child, Infant Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation- National Training Centre of Accident and Orthopaedic Service (29th September 2016)
Timeline
Registered Nurse ( Sri Lanka)
Health of Ministry Sri Lanka
05.2017 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse
Health of Ministry Sri Lanka
09.2008 - 05.2017
General Nursing
College of Nursing