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Chandi Sandamali Amarasinghe Gamarachchige

Chandi Sandamali Amarasinghe Gamarachchige

Redruth,Mrs

Summary

With over 20 years of experience as a qualified nurse in Sri Lanka, I have developed extensive clinical expertise across a wide range of acute and surgical care settings, including Emergency Departments, Intensive Care Units, Operating Theatres, and both Medical and Surgical Wards. I also have a strong background in nursing education, having supervised and mentored student nurses and newly qualified staff. These experiences enhanced my ability to conduct thorough clinical assessments, respond effectively to complex patient needs, and contribute proactively to multidisciplinary teams. Since relocating to the UK, I have continued my healthcare journey and currently work as a Healthcare Team Leader in a residential care setting. In this role, I am responsible not only for coordinating and supervising the care team but also for administering medications safely and accurately to residents as part of their daily care plans. This hands-on clinical responsibility enables me to maintain and apply my nursing skills within the UK framework while supporting residents’ health, dignity, and well-being. I am in the final stages of completing the process to become a registered nurse in the UK, with the only remaining requirement being the successful completion of my English language proficiency exam. This process demonstrates my commitment to professional development and to fully aligning my practice with NMC standards. What sets me apart is the combination of my in-depth international nursing experience, current leadership and clinical responsibilities in a UK care environment, and a strong commitment to high-quality, compassionate care. I am particularly passionate about creating a supportive environment for both patients and staff, and I consistently strive to uphold safety, dignity, and respect in all aspects of care. This role represents a meaningful opportunity for me to transition fully into UK Care Team Leader practice, contribute my skills, and continue growing within the values and standards of Sanctuary care.

Motivated Care Team Leader with strong leadership abilities and deep understanding of patient care. Demonstrates commitment to fostering a supportive environment for both patients and staff. Skilled in managing daily operations, resolving conflicts, and ensuring high standards of care. Brings a proactive approach to improving team performance and enhancing patient satisfaction.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Team Leader

Sanctuary Care
Camborne, Cornwall
12.2023 - Current
  • Assistance with medication management, including controlled drugs, companionship, and end-of-life care.
  • Contact professionals regarding the client's problems.
  • Care Planning: Team leaders develop and implement individualised care plans that address the specific needs and preferences of each service user. This involves collaborating with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive support
  • Allocate care staff duties, conduct meetings, and build teamwork.
  • Keep updating clients, their family members, and professionals.
  • Caring for clients and team leading.
  • Advised patients on diet and exercise, stress management, and other lifestyle changes for improving health.
  • Managed confidential patient records with utmost discretion, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
  • Followed established policies and procedures in handling calls, keeping patient data confidential and maintaining professionalism.

Community Care Worker

Glorylilly Care Limited
Truro
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assistance with meals and drinks preparation, food and fluid intake, assistance with completion of all personal care, managing all toileting needs, including changing pads and skin integrity management.
  • Assistance with medication management, Companionship and end-of-life care, and completing light domestic duties.
  • Provide care to the clients in community

Nursing Officer - Grade 1

General Hospital, Sri Lanka
Matara, Southern
11.2015 - 12.2022
  • Caring and focuses on the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and human functioning; prevention of illness and injury; facilitation of healing; and alleviation of suffering through compassionate presence.
  • Teaching and supervision of nursing students, demonstrating nursing procedures in the hospital, Active patient participation care with students, Clinical and bedside teaching to nursing students, and providing care to patients with them.
  • Observing, guiding, and grading pupils.
  • Assessing and altering educational programs and sessions as needed.
  • Supervising the clinical practice of students.
  • Teaching and supervisor of Nursing Students and caring patients in hospital

Registered Nurse

District General Hospital, Sri Lanka
Matara, Southern
02.2007 - 11.2015
  • Communicating and informing patients and their families about the surgery, its risks, and benefits.
  • Assessing patients before surgery.
  • Supporting the anaesthetists.
  • Preparing all the instruments that are necessary for the surgical procedure.
  • Disinfecting the correct areas of the patient's body before surgery.
  • Stocking the operating theatre with the necessary equipment and supplies required for surgery.
  • Sterilising the equipment and operating room ahead of the surgery.
  • Assisting surgeons during surgical procedures.
  • Providing care for the patient's recovery.
  • Patient care and assisted for surgeries

Registered Nurse

Accident Service, National Hospital of Sri Lanka
Colombo
12.2002 - 02.2007
  • Monitor exact, detailed reports and records of the critical ICU patients.
  • Monitor and record symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions and report to the physician.
  • Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient’s condition.
  • Carefully observe and document patient medical information and vital signs.
  • Document patients’ medical histories and assessment findings.
  • Document patients’ treatment plans, interventions, outcomes, or plan revisions.
  • Consult and coordinate with health care team members about whole patient care plans.
  • Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by the patient’s response and conditions.
  • Monitor the critical patients for changes in status and indications of conditions such as sepsis or shock, and institute appropriate interventions.
  • Administering intravenous fluids and medications as per the doctor’s order.
  • Monitor patients’ fluid intake and output to detect emerging problems such as fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
  • Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
  • Patient care and emergency care in accident service

Education

Medication Administration - Online

Southwest Pharmacy
Exeter, DEV
2026

Bachelor of science - Nursing

Open University of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
01.2021

Teaching and Supervision in Nursing -

Post Basic College of Nursing
Sri Lanka
01.2017

Theotor training -

Post Basic college of Nursing
Sri Lanka
01.2011

Nursing Diploma -

Nursing Training School
Sri Lanka
01.2002

GCE(Advance Level) - Pass

Sujatha Vidyalaya
Matara, Sri Lanka
01.1996

GCE(Ordinary Level) - Pass

Sujatha Vidyalaya
Matara, Sri Lanka
01.1993

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Care planning
  • Medication management
  • Team leadership
  • Communication skills
  • Data protection compliance
  • Client engagement
  • Patient safety procedures
  • Positive attitude
  • Customer service excellence
  • Time-management
  • Confidentiality
  • Active listening
  • Staff motivation
  • Patient assessment
  • Person-centred care
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Dementia care
  • Manual handling training
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  • Team collaboration and coordination
  • Empathetic listening

Custom Section

156-7208741, 2025-06-01, 179064323, Mrs, Chandi, Sandamali Amarasinghe, Gamarachchige, 36 Townfield, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 3QD, United Kingdom, chandiamarasinghe@gmail.com, 07459345204, TK287175D, Full time, GCE(Ordinary Level), Sujatha Vidyalaya, Matara, Sri Lanka, Pass, 1993-01-01, GCE(Advance Level), Sujatha Vidyalaya, Matara, Sri Lanka, Pass, 1996-01-01, Bachelor of science in Nursing, Open University of Sri Lanka, 4 years, 2021-01-01, Teaching and Supervision in Nursing, Post Basic College of Nursing, 1&1/2 years, 2017-01-01, Theotor training, Post Basic college of Nursing, 1 year, 2011-01-01, Nursing Diploma, Nursing Training School, 3 years, 2002-01-01, Medication Administration, Southwest, Online, 2026-01-01, Sanctuary Care, Blackwood House, Roskear Road, Camborne, Cornwall, United Kingdom, Care Team Leader, 2023-12-02, current, Assistance with meals and drinks preparation, food and fluid intake, assistance with completion of all personal care, managing all toileting needs, including changing pads and skin integrity management. Assistance with medication management, including controlled drugs, Companionship, and end-of-life care., Glorylilly Care Limited, Kerns House, Threemilestone Industrial Estate, Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom, Community Care Worker, 2023-03-01, 2023-12-01, Assistance with meals and drinks preparation, food and fluid intake, assistance with completion of all personal care, managing all toileting needs, including changing pads and skin integrity management., General Hospital, Matara, Southern, 81000, Sri Lanka, Nursing Officer - Grade 1, 2015-11-01, 2022-12-01, Caring and focuses on the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and human functioning; prevention of illness and injury; facilitation of healing; and alleviation of suffering through compassionate presence., District General Hospital, Matara, Southern, 81000, Sri Lanka, Registered Nurse, 2007-02-01, 2015-11-01, Communicating and informing patients and their families about the surgery, its risks, and benefits., Accident Service, National Hospital of Sri Lanka, Colombo, Sri Lanka, Registered Nurse, 2002-12-01, 2007-02-01, Monitor exact, detailed reports and records of the critical ICU patients., Ms. Sasha Wynn, Sanctuary Care, Registered Manager, Blackwood House, Roskear, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 8BA, United Kingdom, 01209713498, sasha.wynn@sanctuary.co.uk, 2023-12-01, 2025-05-01, Mrs, Hannika, Maduveko, Glorylilly Care Limited, Registered Manager, Kerns House, Threemilestone Industrial Estate, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 9LD, United Kingdom, 01872307998, admin@glorylillycare.com, 2023-03-01, 2023-12-01, Mr, Anjana, Wijesekera, General Hospital, Matara, Ward Master, District General Hospital, Matara, Southern, 81000, Sri Lanka, +94412222262, anjana.wijesekara@yahoo.com, 2007-02-01, 2023-03-01, 1977-11-02, Female, Married, ASIAN or ASIAN BRITISH - Any other Asian background, Heterosexual or Straight, Buddhism, No

Timeline

Care Team Leader

Sanctuary Care
12.2023 - Current

Community Care Worker

Glorylilly Care Limited
03.2023 - 12.2023

Nursing Officer - Grade 1

General Hospital, Sri Lanka
11.2015 - 12.2022

Registered Nurse

District General Hospital, Sri Lanka
02.2007 - 11.2015

Registered Nurse

Accident Service, National Hospital of Sri Lanka
12.2002 - 02.2007

Medication Administration - Online

Southwest Pharmacy

Bachelor of science - Nursing

Open University of Sri Lanka

Teaching and Supervision in Nursing -

Post Basic College of Nursing

Theotor training -

Post Basic college of Nursing

Nursing Diploma -

Nursing Training School

GCE(Advance Level) - Pass

Sujatha Vidyalaya

GCE(Ordinary Level) - Pass

Sujatha Vidyalaya
Chandi Sandamali Amarasinghe Gamarachchige