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Shaluka Pathiraja

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Estia Health
07.2023 - Current
  • Safe medication administration.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviours to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.

Disability and Support Care Worker

Australian Unity
06.2019 - 02.2023
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Personal Care Assistant

Nelly Melba Retirement Village
01.2020 - 11.2022
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Supported clients'' mental health by actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate companionship during challenging times.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
07.2022

MBA - Health Administration

Kaplan Business School
Melbourne, VIC
11.2024

Skills

  • Home care
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Patient Examination
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Client Education
  • Health and safety awareness

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Estia Health
07.2023 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Nelly Melba Retirement Village
01.2020 - 11.2022

Disability and Support Care Worker

Australian Unity
06.2019 - 02.2023

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Deakin University

MBA - Health Administration

Kaplan Business School

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