Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
LANGUAGES
Additional Information
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Yasantha Nilanajana

Yasantha Nilanajana

Padukka

Summary

Experienced caregiver with a solid background in elderly and post-surgery care. Skilled in patient dignity, routine management, and emotional support for dementia and bedridden individuals. Proficient in safe mobility assistance, privacy assurance, and therapeutic communication. Adept at using technical tools for documentation and daily healthcare routines. Committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care and building trust with patients and families.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Hemas Private Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Completed 500 hours of NVQ Level 4 caregiving internship
  • Assisted elderly, bedridden, and post-surgery patients
  • Delivered personalized medical and emotional support
  • Gained hands-on experience in daily healthcare routines
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in daily tasks, ensuring smooth operations within patient care environments.

Caregiver & Nursing assistant

Guruge Elders Care (Pvt) Ltd
04.2021 - 03.2024
  • Completed certified training in elderly care and nursing assistance
  • Provided compassionate care and comfort for elderly residents
  • Supported post-surgery recovery, mobility, and medication routines
  • Delivered care for dementia and bedridden patients with empathy
  • Assisted nurses and contributed to daily healthcare activities
  • Provided personalized care and support to residents, enhancing daily living activities and overall well-being.

English Language Tutor

Memory Plus English Language Centre
01.2000 - 01.2022
  • Taught English to secondary students with a focus on academic growth
  • Communicated effectively with students and their parents
  • Prepared tutorials and lesson plans using MS Word
  • Built lasting educational relationships with learners

Business Owner

Memory Plus Institute & Communication Centre
01.2000 - 01.2022
  • Operated a combined bookshop and communication centre, managing daily sales, stock, and customer service
  • Founded and led an educational institute offering academic support for school students
  • Handled finances, staff coordination, and community engagement across multiple business areas
  • Built long-term relationships with students, parents, and local suppliers

Education

Caregiver NVQ level 4 certificate course -

Colombo Caregiver & Health Science School (CCHSS)
Colombo 03
03-2025

Basic Life Support- BLS/First Aid Level 01

Sri Lanka Red Cross Society
Kadawatha
04-2024

Skills

  • Patient Handling: Hoists, wheelchairs, mobility aids
  • Vital Signs Monitoring: BP, pulse, temperature, SpO₂ meters
  • Software: Microsoft Word (2010–2016) for documentation
  • Office Equipment: Photocopier, Duplo printer, laminator, book binder

Accomplishments

    Nationality : Sri Lankan

    Date of Birth : 07th Oct 1978

    Gender : Male

    Civil Status : Married

    Passport No. : N11187330

    Visa Status : Visit Visa

LANGUAGES

English
Advanced (C1)
Sinhala
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
American Sign Language
Beginner (A1)

Additional Information

  • Compassionate care
  • Patient dignity
  • Routine management
  • Mobility support
  • Privacy assurance
  • Emotional support
  • Trust-building
  • Post-operative care
  • Dementia assistance
  • Personalized care
  • Safety protocols
  • Efficient documentation
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Bedridden patient support
  • Elderly companionship


Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

RemoteOn-Site

Timeline

Caregiver

Hemas Private Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024

Caregiver & Nursing assistant

Guruge Elders Care (Pvt) Ltd
04.2021 - 03.2024

English Language Tutor

Memory Plus English Language Centre
01.2000 - 01.2022

Business Owner

Memory Plus Institute & Communication Centre
01.2000 - 01.2022

Caregiver NVQ level 4 certificate course -

Colombo Caregiver & Health Science School (CCHSS)

Basic Life Support- BLS/First Aid Level 01

Sri Lanka Red Cross Society

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