Sajith Amarasena
Piara water,WA
Summary
I am Sajith Amarasena currently working as a disability support worker with over five years of Australian disability settings. Also, I have more than twelve years of nursing experience in Sri Lankan health settings. I have finished a Diploma in Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing and Master of Nursing (at ECU). I am qualified and aware to serve your organization as a successful team member. I’ve been working with Space for Life (BGSR) for nearly four years at the moment. Also, I have been working with Talent Quarter Agency since 2019 to now. I’m seeking support from sponsorship under the Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) to apply for my permanent residency. I can work hard and availability can be arranged according to your requirements with a long-term agreement.
I’m very keen to work with you on your vacancy as your organization has a very good reputation within the care industry for providing a high standard of care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Disibility Support Worker
Sapace 4Life (BGSR)
04.2020 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Disability Support worker
Talent Quarter Agency
06.2019 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
Apeksha Hospital
12.2016 - 02.2019
- First time established and handled more than 50 cases.
Registered Nurse
Apeksha Hospital
08.2007 - 01.2016
- Current name Apeksha Hospital
Clinical Observer- Bone Marrow Transplant
St. Vincent Hospital
02.2015 - 05.2015
- Clinical Observer
National Hospital Sri Lanka
05.2004 - 01.2007
- Training period
Education
Master of Nursing -
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Nursing Hon’s -
Malaysian Open University
Diploma in General Nursing -
Nursing Training School
Trainer of Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse -
St. Vincent Hospital
Skills of counselling -
Tianjin Medical University of China
Psychological Counseling
Counseling Care Centre
SingaporeSkills
- Manual Handling
- Medication Competencies
- CPR and provide first aid
- Provide basic emergency life support
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Critical Thinking
- Academic writing
- Incident Reports
- Meal Planning
- Dressing assistance
- Individual Support Plans
- Medication organization
- Certified in CPR/AED
References
Rachel Alexander,
Registered Nurse, Osborn Park hospital,
Rachalex6@gmail.com, 0403804710
Katelyn Allen,
Support Worker, Space 4Life,
Katelynallen1403@gmail.com
Timeline
Disibility Support Worker
Sapace 4Life (BGSR)
04.2020 - Current
Disability Support worker
Talent Quarter Agency
06.2019 - Current
Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
Apeksha Hospital
12.2016 - 02.2019
Clinical Observer- Bone Marrow Transplant
St. Vincent Hospital
02.2015 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse
Apeksha Hospital
08.2007 - 01.2016
National Hospital Sri Lanka
05.2004 - 01.2007
Master of Nursing -
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Nursing Hon’s -
Malaysian Open University
Diploma in General Nursing -
Nursing Training School
Trainer of Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse -
St. Vincent Hospital
Skills of counselling -
Tianjin Medical University of China
Psychological Counseling
Counseling Care Centre
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