Mangalika Rathnayake Rathnayake-Mudiyanselage
Napier,New Zealand
Summary
Reliable, enthusiastic and engaging registered nurse with over 20 years of international and New Zealand experience in theatre nursing and general healthcare. Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience collaborating with medical and nursing teams while showcasing a passion for supporting and empowering our communities by providing high-quality, equitable, compassionate care. I have demonstrated strong leadership skills, innate problem-solving capabilities and superb interpersonal skills while maintaining operating theatres, setting up surgical equipment, circulating, scrubbing and supporting patients and medical/surgical and nursing teams during surgical procedures and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU). Having gained invaluable experience working locally and abroad, I am excited to utilise the breadth of knowledge gained while making a positive contribution to my community.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hawke’s Bay District Health Board (DHB)
09.2023 - Current
- I do perform in the theatres (Scrubbing and circulating and cordinating)
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Participated in training new staff on operational protocols and best practices in the operating room.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient outcomes and maintain compliance standards.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for pre-and post-operative patients.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse
Wairarapa DHB
01.2022 - 09.2022
- I performed in the theatres (Scrubbing and circulating and PACU
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely intervention when necessary.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced safety protocols and reduced medication errors.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
PACU – Post Anaesthetic Care Unit
Midcentral DHB - Palmerston North
09.2021 - 09.2021
- Primary Healthcare / Massey Health Centre - Palmerston North / June – July 2021
- I fulfilled my requirements within my hospital placement in PACU at Mid Central DHB and my primary healthcare placement at Massey University Health Centre when I was completing my Bachelor of Nursing in New Zealand.
- Applied the knowledge and skills gained both in practice and theory while supporting patients during their recovery and with their general healthcare needs.
- Effectively managed a broad and varied workload while supporting the team, patients and their whānau.
- Monitor and assess patients, record all vital signs, escalate care as needed and treat every patient with respect, compassion and empathy.
- Showcase exceptional written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills while updating patient files, determining each patient’s individual needs and collaborating with senior nurses, doctors and allied healthcare workers to drive optimal health outcomes.
- Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of organisational policies and procedures, adhere to all codes of conduct, Occupational Health and Safety and confidentiality requirements and uphold the highest level of integrity in daily practice.
Nurse Assistant – Operating Theatre
Hutt Valley DHB
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Leveraging more than 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Operating Rooms, I play a pivotal role in supporting registered nurses working in a high-pressure environment.
- Managed to assist nurses as required pre-op and post-op theatre planning tasks, prepared theatre rooms in line with the appropriate healthcare measures, arranged surgical instruments and ensured ease of access to the equipment required for the upcoming procedures.
- Oversaw theatre cleaning procedures, disposed of medical waste, sanitised medical equipment and ensured all tools were stored appropriately.
- Maintained order and precision while monitoring the temperature of fridges and recorded stock numbers and reported requirements to medical and nursing staff.
- Created and maintained professional relationships with nurses and all relevant staff, ensured open communication and encouraged a collaborative team culture.
Registered Nurse – Operating Theatre
Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Sri Lanka
01.2001 - 01.2010
- As a Registered Nurse within the Operating Theatre, Surgical and Medical Wards, I played a key role in providing quality healthcare to patients.
- Excellent experience in scrubbing, circulating, and working in the recovery room. Assisted surgical/medical team and allied healthcare workers in the Orthopaedic, Ophthalmic, Dental & Faciomaxillary, General surgery and Genitourinary and gynaecology and Obstetrics surgery units.
- Oversaw the operational efficiency of the recovery and sterilisation rooms and ensured all nursing staff complied with health and safety, sterilisation and organisational codes of conduct.
- Engaged in various multidisciplinary team discussions, provided feedback and made sound recommendations to ensure quality patient-focused care.
- Facilitated physical patient checks, interpreted all necessary vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation levels, respiratory rate and temperature, recorded all findings and escalated concerns to doctors in a quick and decisive manner.
- Involved in assessment and clinical decision-making
- Upheld the best standards of practice and ethics, maintained confidential records and developed an in-depth understanding of treatment of services across the region to refer patients and families needing additional support services.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
College of Nursing
Badulla Sri Lanka01-1998
Bachelor in Nursing - Nursing Education
Universal College of Learning (UCOL)
Palmerston North Manawatu02-2020
Postgraduate Diploma - Nursing
Massey University
Palmerston North Manawatu11-2025
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Attention-To-Detail
- Organisation & Planning
- Meticulous
- Multitasking & Prioritisation
- Time Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Culturally Responsive
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Patient evaluation
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Collecting vitals
- Patient discharge
- Team coordination
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Chart updating
- Relationship building
- Vaccine administration
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Emotional awareness
- Data collection
Certification
First aid, Palliative Care, Diabetes, Health Science & Health & Wellbeing Advanced Support
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hawke’s Bay District Health Board (DHB)
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Wairarapa DHB
01.2022 - 09.2022
PACU – Post Anaesthetic Care Unit
Midcentral DHB - Palmerston North
09.2021 - 09.2021
Nurse Assistant – Operating Theatre
Hutt Valley DHB
01.2015 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse – Operating Theatre
Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Sri Lanka
01.2001 - 01.2010
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
College of Nursing
Bachelor in Nursing - Nursing Education
Universal College of Learning (UCOL)
Postgraduate Diploma - Nursing
Massey University
ACHIEVEMENTS
- SCHOLARSHIP
- Nurses Organisation New Zealand-2020
- PARTICIPANT
- Theatre Nurses Training Workshop
- Gender and sexual diversity at work
- PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- PDRP LEVEL 2
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing - Massey University
- Acute Life-threatening Events Recognition and Treatment (ALERT)
- Laser Safety Officer Training (Surgical and operating suite)
- Theatre communication & PACU
- Patient assessment (PNC)
- REFEREES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
EXPERTISE
- Patient Care
- Theatre Management
- Stock Management
- Assessment and clinical decision-making
- Medication Administration and Pain Management
- Treatment Management
- Healthcare
- Patient File Management
- Multidisciplinary team work
Scholarship
Undergraduate educational scholarship
Scholarship
Undergraduate educational scholarship
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