THAKSHILA RAJAPAKSHA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over three years of clinical experience in medical and acute care settings. Registered with the Sri Lanka Nursing Council and skilled in delivering high-quality patient-centered care across diverse healthcare environments. Demonstrates strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to improving patient outcomes and maintaining a safe, supportive clinical environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Sengkang General Hospital
Singapore
04.2024 - Current
- Working in an isolation ward, providing direct patient care and supporting clinical operations.
- Assisting with patient mobility using safe handling techniques.
- Monitoring vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Registered Nurse
Base Hospital
Mawanella
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care by recording patient medical histories.
- Administering medications and treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Performed diagnostic procedures, conducted physical examinations, and monitored patient conditions.
- Operated medical equipment to support effective patient care.
Registered Nurse
District Hospital
Weligepola
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed emergency cases and participated in noncommunicable disease (NCD) programs.
- Provided care for COVID-19 patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured effective communication within the healthcare team.
Assistant Nurse
Colombo North Teaching Hospital
Ragama
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Supported nursing staff by assessing patient conditions and administering medications.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Gained strong foundational knowledge in medical terminology, healthcare policies, and patient care practices.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Advanced Nursing (Acute Care Nursing)
IHM Australia
08.2025
Diploma - General Nursing
School of Nursing Kandana
02.2017 - 02.2020
Mental Health Training Programme - undefined
National Institute of Mental Health
07.2019
Advanced Level - Mathematics Stream
Pinnawala Central College
01.2012 - 01.2014
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective time management
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Accurate documentation and recordkeeping
- Emergency and urgent patient care
- Monitoring and recording vital signs
- Medication administration
- IV cannulation and blood sampling
- Nasogastric (NG) tube insertion
- Urinary catheterization
- Patient and family education
- Electronic health record (EHR) management
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Sengkang General Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Base Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
District Hospital
07.2020 - 07.2022
Assistant Nurse
Colombo North Teaching Hospital
02.2017 - 02.2020
Diploma - General Nursing
School of Nursing Kandana
02.2017 - 02.2020
Advanced Level - Mathematics Stream
Pinnawala Central College
01.2012 - 01.2014
Mental Health Training Programme - undefined
National Institute of Mental Health
Graduate Certificate - Advanced Nursing (Acute Care Nursing)
IHM Australia