Priyangika Jayasekara Email & Phone Number

A dedicated nursing officer with over 12 years of experience at the National Cancer Institute Maharagama – Sri Lanka. Highly experienced in provision of safe and compassionate care to the patients in paediatric, surgical and oncological units. Process strong leadership skills with hands on experience in delivering prescribed treatments to patients adhering to medical terminologies and policies. Caring and reliable person with a reputation for building a great rapport between medical providers and patients.

• Registered Senior Nursing Officer

  National Cancer Institute Sri Lanka

  Aug 2010 - Present - Maharagama, Western Province, Sri Lanka

  Unit Incharge - Onco Surgical & Oncology clinics 2012–2022Managed all phases of care cycles and assisted in patient examination while working closely with surgeons, physicians, and doctors. Administered chemotherapy as prescribed while constantly monitoring and managing side effects. Advocated pain control for all patients. Helped in coordinating end of life measures as required. Supervised all the members of healthcare teams to provide great care to the patients.Oncology and Iodine… Show more Unit Incharge - Onco Surgical & Oncology clinics 2012–2022Managed all phases of care cycles and assisted in patient examination while working closely with surgeons, physicians, and doctors. Administered chemotherapy as prescribed while constantly monitoring and managing side effects. Advocated pain control for all patients. Helped in coordinating end of life measures as required. Supervised all the members of healthcare teams to provide great care to the patients.Oncology and Iodine ward Prepared patients for radioactive iodine therapy. Knowledgeable about the iodine therapy procedure. Provided trainings on iodine therapy and post-treatment care to patients.Paediatric ward 2011–2012Experienced in handling bedside care for young patients with critical or chronic illnesses. Took great care of children with complex care needs. Moreover, I assessed patients administered medications and provided necessary treatments prescribed by doctors.Surgical ward 2010–2011Highly skilled in post-operative care and management. Prepared patients for surgery and assisted doctors in surgical procedures. Performed assessments, provided intravenous therapy, NG tube feeding, complex wound, and stoma care monitored various drains, etc. Show less