Piyoomee Gunawardena
Montrose,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Enrolled nurse with 3+ years of experience in providing high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings. Proficient in medical procedures, patient assessment, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in developing care plans, educating patients and families, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven track record of delivering exceptional patient outcomes and contributing to multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Seeking to leverage expertise in Mental Health to provide compassionate care and drive positive health outcomes
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Nurse
Statewide Mental Health Services
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication essential for effective treatment plans.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
PRACTICE NURSE
Hopkins Street Medical Centre
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in nursing care delivery methods.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
PRACTICE NURSE
Family Health Medical center Craigieburn
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
AIN
Caring For You Nursing Agency
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maximized patient safety, employed interventions and interacted with patient to increase engagement and redirect behavior.
Education
Nursing
Holmesglen Institute
Moorabbin, VIC10.2020
Gateway College
Colombo, Sri Lanka05.2015
Skills
- Wound Care
- Diabetes management
- Pain Management
- Instrument Sterilization
- Venepuncture
- Chronic Disease Management
- Behavioral Management
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Enrolled Nurse in the State of Victoria, License number NMW0002572900
- PTE English (87 average)
Languages
English
SINALESE
References
- Dr Manju Galagangodage (General Practitioner) manjugodage@gmail.com 0466494380
- Dr Katherine Beales (General Practitioner) Katebeales@gmail.com 0419349430
- Clare McCulloch(Registered Nurse) cl-mcculloch@hotmail.com 0409974572
Timeline
Mental Health Nurse
Statewide Mental Health Services
06.2023 - Current
PRACTICE NURSE
Hopkins Street Medical Centre
03.2022 - 08.2023
PRACTICE NURSE
Family Health Medical center Craigieburn
01.2021 - 02.2022
AIN
Caring For You Nursing Agency
07.2019 - 01.2021
Nursing
Holmesglen Institute
Gateway College
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