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Tharushi Bollegala

Crawley,West Sussex

Summary

Compassionate healthcare assistant with over four years of experience in providing high-quality patient care. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, PEG feeding, dementia care, and collaborating effectively with medical staff to enhance patient outcomes. Demonstrates strong communication, empathy, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations. Seeking to leverage my skills in a dynamic healthcare setting to contribute positively to patient care and well-being.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Health care assistant

Hasz Recruitment Solutions, England
Crawley, West Sussex
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support.
  • Provided care for patients with complex needs, including PEG feeding.
  • Delivered compassionate support and companionship to patients with dementia.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and promptly reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Worked effectively with medical staff to ensure patient safety and comfort during all procedures.
  • Conducted 24-hour shifts weekly to provide continuous patient care.

Health Care Assistant

Nursing Home (PLT) - (Sri Lanka).
Gampaha
10.2019 - 04.2023
  • Delivered personalised care to elderly individuals, focusing on enhancing their quality of life.
  • Administered medications and assisted with healthcare needs under supervision.
  • Organized engaging activities to promote clients’ physical and emotional well-being.
  • Provided detailed patient documentation, including medical history, treatments, and progress.

Education

GCSEs -

St. Bridget's Convent
Sri Lanka
01.2015 - 12.2016

A-Levels - Biology

St. Bridget's Convent
Sri Lanka
08.2017 - 08.2019

Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Health and Social Care

British School of Business and Computing

Certificate of Higher Education - Autism Awareness

CPD Online College

Certificate of Higher Education - Moving and Handling in Care

CPD Online College

Certificate of Higher Education - Care Certificate V2

High Speed Training

Certificate of Higher Education -

Careskills Academy
Crawley, West Sussex

Associate in Arts Biological Science Concentration - Biology

American College of Higher Education
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2020 - 05.2022

Skills

  • Patient Care and Compassionate Assistance
  • PEG Feeding and Nutritional Support
  • Dementia Care and Emotional Support
  • Moving and Handling Procedures
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Record Keeping and Documentation
  • Quick Decision-Making Under Pressure
  • Team Collaboration and Communication
  • Elderly care
  • Patient safeguarding
  • Personal care
  • Mobility support
  • End Of Life Care
  • Medicine administration
  • Patient relationship building

Languages

English
Native
Sinhala
Native

Timeline

Health care assistant

Hasz Recruitment Solutions, England
09.2023 - Current

Associate in Arts Biological Science Concentration - Biology

American College of Higher Education
01.2020 - 05.2022

Health Care Assistant

Nursing Home (PLT) - (Sri Lanka).
10.2019 - 04.2023

A-Levels - Biology

St. Bridget's Convent
08.2017 - 08.2019

GCSEs -

St. Bridget's Convent
01.2015 - 12.2016

Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Health and Social Care

British School of Business and Computing

Certificate of Higher Education - Autism Awareness

CPD Online College

Certificate of Higher Education - Moving and Handling in Care

CPD Online College

Certificate of Higher Education - Care Certificate V2

High Speed Training

Certificate of Higher Education -

Careskills Academy

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