Tharangi Shamika Kottawa Yaddehige
Ipswich,Suffolk
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in nursing and residential care settings, specialising in palliative and end-of-life care. Skilled in delivering high-quality, person-centred care with a strong focus on dignity, comfort, and emotional support for residents and their families. Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and family members.
Highly proficient in clinical assessment, medication administration, infection prevention and control, chronic wound management, and accurate patient record documentation. Experienced in supporting adults with complex physical and mental health needs while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and care quality. A motivated healthcare professional with strong leadership abilities, committed to continuous professional development and contributing positively to high-performing care teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Registered General Nurse
Kingsley Healthcare
Ipswich
2024.12 - 2026.05
- Deliver nursing care in a regulated care home setting from 2022.
- Administer medication in line with NMC standards.
- Communicated effectively with patients' families, providing emotional support during tough times.
- Developed strong rapport with residences by demonstrating empathy and understanding their needs.
- Supervise care staff and manage daily shift handovers.
- Maintain up-to-date clinical documentation and care plans.
- Developed individualised nursing care plans based on patient assessment results.
- Maintained confidential records of patients' history and treatment plans accurately and securely.
- Handled administration duties such as scheduling appointments and liaising with other departments.
- Recorded and reported vital signs to the medical team for prompt response.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Performed wound dressings whilst adhering strictly to hygiene standards.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, maintaining sterilisation standards.
- Ensured adherence to infection control protocols in daily nursing practice for a safe environment.
- Responded promptly to emergencies by utilising advanced life support techniques.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
Support Worker
Kingsley Healthcare
Ipswich, Suffolk
2022.07 - 2024.12
- Provided personal and clinical care in a regulated care home setting
- Supported residents with daily living, mobility, and hygiene needs
- Daily monitoring vital signs
- Maintained care records and followed safeguarding protocols
- Collaborated with nurses, GPs, and families to support care plans
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
- Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
Nursing Officer
Health Ministry
Colombo, Sri Lanka
2009.04 - 2022.07
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Responded promptly to emergencies resulting in saved lives.
- Adhered strictly to infection control procedures, minimising risk of cross-contamination.
- Undertook wound dressing changes, ensuring timely healing.
- Coordinated daily rounds to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Administered medication for effective pain management.
- Assisted in minor procedures, increasing operational efficiency.
- Managed medical records for accurate documentation and tracking of treatment progress.
- Conducted educational sessions for patients about disease management.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care with utmost respect and empathy.
- Maintained cleanliness of the unit, promoting a safe environment.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) (Top up) -
Open University In Malaysia
Malaysia. 2016.01 - 2019.09
Higher Diploma - General Nursing
College of Nursing Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka 2005.09 - 2008.09
A-Levels - Bio Science Stream
Department Of Examination
Sri Lanka /2000 - /2002
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Sri LankaSkills
- Palliative care expertise
- Communication with family members
- End-Of-Life care assistance
- Blood collection
- Oxygen administration
- Nurse leadership
- Infection prevention and control
- Medication Administration
- Medication storage and disposal
- Patient record management
- Mental health needs assessments
- Adult care
- Chronic wound care
- Clinical assessment
Languages
English - Full Professional Proficiency
Fluent
Sinhala - Native
Native
Research and Award
- National School of Nursing | Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, Diploma in General Nursing
Other information
- Full Name : Kottawa Yaddehige Tharangi Shamika
- Address : 1, Fife Road, Ipswich. IP4 3HR
- Date of Birth : 06.10.1983
- Marital Status : Married
- Passport No : N9431670
Certification
NMC ( UK) Registration Pin : 24K06730
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery council (UK)
SLNC Sri Lanka Registration : 00050
Registered with the Sri Lankan Nursing Council
Referee details
- Samantha Davis.
The Manager, Spring Lodge Nursing Home, Woolverstone, Ipswich, IP9 1AX
spring.manager@kingsleyhealthcare.co.uk
- Krystle, Cini
Registered Nurse - Band 6, 3, Queensland, Shotley, IP9 1NE
krystle_cini@yahoo.co.uk
Declaration
I confirmed that the information given above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Registered General Nurse
Kingsley Healthcare
2024.12 - 2026.05
Support Worker
Kingsley Healthcare
2022.07 - 2024.12
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) (Top up) -
Open University In Malaysia
2016.01 - 2019.09
Nursing Officer
Health Ministry
2009.04 - 2022.07
Higher Diploma - General Nursing
College of Nursing Sri Jayewardenepura
2005.09 - 2008.09
A-Levels - Bio Science Stream
Department Of Examination
/2000 - /2002
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