Lakmali Gunasekara
Wellington,WGN
Summary
I'm confident, self-motivated and energetic, able to communicate effectively with all levels of people, adapt to a variety of work settings and like to take challenges & to work under pressure. Patient-focused Nursing Officer with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Duty Calls Nursing Agency
Kenepuru Community Hospital - Te Whare Ra Uta
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
NURSING OFFICER
Colombo East Base Hospital, Mulleriyawa
Colombo
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Treat and care for patients in medical ward and monitoring vital signs, Administering medication.
- Treat and care for patients in surgical ward and change dressing do per operation & post operation
- Treat and care for COVID-19 patients. (01/2020 – 03/2022)
- Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, case managers, families, and other staff members when developing a plan for care and treatment during the hospital stay.
- Responded to emergency care where patients are in life treating
- Noted patient physical condition & surgical condition, vital signs, daily routine, and medication schedule in the urgent care department during serious illnesses or injuries.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and updating protocols.
NURSING OFFICER IN ACUTE PSYCHIATRIC UNIT, INTERMEDIATE PSYCHIATRIC UNIT, ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRIC UNIT AND AGE CARE
National Institute of Mental Health
Colombo
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Treat and care for the psychiatric patients.
- Handle the psychiatric patients while they were aggressive.
- Followed a treatment plan and medication schedule ordered by the Doctor and assessed patient psychiatric
- Collaborate with psychiatricians, family members and other staff when developing a plan for care.
- Collected their psychiatric history and reassure patient and family members.
- Assist patient skills and help to improve their skills. And rehabilitate the patients.
- Work as a supervisor for the unit and floor and help train new nursing students who are completing their internship duties.
- Led an initiative with the hospital to improve patient, family, and medical staff communication by conducting community workshops to facilitate suggestions.
Education
High School Diploma -
College Of Nursing
Galle, Sri Lanka 01.2010
Skills
- Teamwork
- Good communication skills
- Analytical thinking skills
- Able to work under the pressure
- Problem Solving Skills
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Technology skills
- Attention to Detail
- Emotional Intelligence
- Time Management
- Patient Care
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
Languages
English
Sinhala
Social
https://www.facebook.com/lakmaligunasekara.980, https://www.linkedin.com/mwli te/in/lakmali-gunasekara-b69961254
Personal Information
- NIC Number: 19865700093V
- Passport Number: N5223713
- Date of Birth: 03/10/86
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
- Marital Status: Married
Driving License Number
ED967187
References
- MS. BUWANIKA HARISHCHANDRA, Nursing Sister, Colombo East Base Hospital, Mulleriyawa, Colombo, Sri Lanka, Buwanika544@Gmail.Com, +94718266544
- MR. A.A.G. CHINTHAKA PERERA, Medical Officer, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, (IDH), Gothatuwa Newtown, Angoda, Sri Lanka, Gayanperera384@gmail.com, +94772330899
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Duty Calls Nursing Agency
05.2023 - Current
NURSING OFFICER
Colombo East Base Hospital, Mulleriyawa
01.2019 - 05.2023
NURSING OFFICER IN ACUTE PSYCHIATRIC UNIT, INTERMEDIATE PSYCHIATRIC UNIT, ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRIC UNIT AND AGE CARE
National Institute of Mental Health
01.2010 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
College Of Nursing