IRESHA UDUGALAGE
HCA
SOUTHAMPTON
Summary
Driven Health Care Assistant with proven experience working in the Twyford ward at Royal Hampshire County Hospital, excelling in patient care within a Hyper Acute Stroke Unit. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient comfort and safety by effectively monitoring vital signs and employing strict hygiene protocols. Skilled in teamwork and empathetic communication, consistently fostering trust and improving healthcare experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Royal Hampshire County Hospital
Winchester, HAM
06.2016 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
- Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
Education
Nursing Associate Apprenticeship - Healthcare
University of Winchester
Winchester, United Kingdom 09.2022 - 09.2024
Apprenticeship - Health & Social Care L2 - Healthcare
Basingstoke College of Technology
Basingstoke, United Kingdom 09.2020 - 09.2021
Skills
Effective Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Feeding Assistance
First Aid Certification
Vital signs monitoring
Teamwork and Collaboration
Infection Control
Adaptability and Flexibility
Excellent Communication
Multitasking
Interpersonal Communication
Team Collaboration
Time Management
Empathy and Compassionate Care
Collecting vital signs
Blood Sugar Monitoring
Timeline
Nursing Associate Apprenticeship - Healthcare
University of Winchester
09.2022 - 09.2024
Apprenticeship - Health & Social Care L2 - Healthcare
Basingstoke College of Technology
09.2020 - 09.2021
Health Care Assistant
Royal Hampshire County Hospital
06.2016 - Current
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