SENARATH RATHNAYAKE

2509, 3-Knightsbridge Road, Brampton, ON, L6T 3X3

Residence: 289-752-6280 Cell: 416-356-6043

senar89k@gmail.com
http://senarathr.weebly.com

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position of Registered Practical Nurse to contribute my experience into practise to
deliver compassionate and sensible care
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

Graduated from Humber College Practical Nursing diploma

Nursing experience in clinical placement in Brampton Civic Hospital and Etobicoke

Knowledge of restorative and health promotion interventions in order to contribute to the

development and maintenance of care plans.

Sensitive and understanding of residents behaviour and needs

Experience working with clients having mental disorders, Parkinsonism, Dementia
Highly skilled in assessment, patient care and discharge planning
Utilized excellent judgment and strong problem solving/analytical skills to develop
competent nursing practices
Demonstrated professional and respectful attitude to patients, the public and colleagues
Excellent in interpersonal communication, computer skills in electronic charting

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Practical Nurse (Clinical Placement)
Mental Health Department, Brampton Civic Hospital, ON

Jan 2015 Apr 2015

Administered medications including antipsychotics and narcotics, and monitored results,

looking for potential side effects, and adverse reactions
Displayed strong assessment skills to identify and monitor patients needs and collaborated
with health team to provide timely and efficient treatments
Provided emotional support to patients and their families
Provided safe environment especially for clients with suicidal ideations
Encouraged clients to attend groups, maintain personal hygiene and engage activities of daily
living
Maintained hourly regular observation and every 15 minutes observation
Documented all patient care in charts

Practical Nurse (Clinical Placement)

Etobicoke General Hospital (Medical Reactivation Unit), Brampton, ON

Jan 2014 - Apr 2014

Assessed patient condition based on objective data and subjective data

SENARATH RATHNAYAKE

Performed sterile wound dressing, medication administration, G- tube feeding, oxygen

inhalation
Assisted with bathing, grooming, feeding and other all activities of daily living of the
residents
Carried out procedures as ordered by physicians in order to help the patient to achieve a stable
or higher level of wellness
Interacted with family, physicians and other staff regarding patients and plans of care
Maintained a calm, caring environment throughout shifts
Attended in-service training programs in computerized charting and safe feeding

Registered Nurse (Sri Lanka)

July 1993 March 2012

Experienced in Medical, Surgical, Psychiatric care unit and elderly unit

Experienced in Pre and post-surgical care, wound care, colostomy care & Catheter care
Proven track record of dealing with clients having mental disorders, Parkinsonism,
dementia and aging
Care of Diabetics and Paralysed clients
Performed physical assessment, mental status examination, and monitored patients
conditions
Administered medications, monitored for adverse and side effects

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Practical Nursing Diploma
Humber College

Sept. 2013 - Apr 2015

CPR/AED HCP level and First Aid Certificates

Canadian Red Cross, Brampton, ON

May. 2014

Mask Fitting Training

Humber College

Feb. 2014

Certificate in Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing

Jun. 2002

School of Nursing, Mulleriyawa, Sri Lanka

Diploma in Nursing
College of Nursing, Kurunegala, Sri Lanka.
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Sep 1992