ROSHNIKA FERNANDO
2/ 18 Kingsbury Road Joondalup,WA
Summary
Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated background of success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Worker
Royal Australian Air Force Association
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Fostered a safe, comfortable environment for patients by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
- Offered respite care services for family members needing temporary relief while caring for their loved one.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings discussing the best course of action for each client''s specific needs.
- Facilitated group activities that fostered social interaction among residents within assisted living communities.
Nursing Assistant
Auscare Group
10.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
Care Assistant
Catholic Homes
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by helping patients perform prescribed exercises and follow personalized therapy plans.
Community Support Worker
Amana Living
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement.
- Developed personalized care plans, addressing each client''s unique needs and goals for improved quality of life.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless delivery of community support services and optimal client outcomes.
- Facilitated group sessions focused on skill-building activities, promoting social engagement and personal growth among participants.
Registered Nurse
National Hospital of SriLanka
08.2010 - 05.2019
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Updated patient charts using manual recording with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
- Administered oral, IV, IT testing and sent results to physician to create focused treatment plans, adjust treatment
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- 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
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Provided exceptional care to one high-acute patient needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including brain surgery and other invasive procedures
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on one-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to eight patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy to-understand terms
- Audited charts daily and reviewed all clinical documents to verify accuracy and completeness, progress towards core measurable targets and completion of appropriate patient health education
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for neuro trauma rehabilitation unit
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and in-service workshops
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Education
Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) -
Australian Nursing Council
01.2024
National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) -
Australian Nursing Council
06.2023
Master of Nursing -
Edith Cowan University
Joondalup, Western Australia07.2021
Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) - Nursing
Open University Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur01.2018
Diploma of Nursing -
Collage of Nursing
Colombo, Sri Lanka01.2010
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medication administration
- Collecting vitals
- Insulin medication assistance
- Sanitation
- Case management
- Tracheostomy care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Acute care expertise
- Trauma recovery
- Intravenous therapy
- Data entry
- Behavioural support
- First aid and safety
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- End of life care
- EMR / EHR
- Mobility support
- Incident Reporting
Certification
Timeline
Care Worker
Royal Australian Air Force Association
11.2022 - Current
Care Assistant
Catholic Homes
11.2021 - 04.2022
Nursing Assistant
Auscare Group
10.2021 - Current
Community Support Worker
Amana Living
08.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
National Hospital of SriLanka
08.2010 - 05.2019
Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) -
Australian Nursing Council
National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) -
Australian Nursing Council
Master of Nursing -
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) - Nursing
Open University Malaysia
Diploma of Nursing -
Collage of Nursing
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