Paboda Apasara
Al Nahda
Summary
Compassionate and DHA-licensed Registered Nurse with over 8 years of perioperative nursing experience in neurosurgery, oncology, obstetrics, laparoscopic, and general surgery. Skilled in scrub and circulating roles, aseptic techniques, and post-operative care. Proven leadership in managing multi-specialty OT schedules, infection control audits, and mentoring junior staff. Adept at maintaining JCI standards and ensuring optimal patient safety in high-pressure surgical environments. Currently, I am based in Dubai with an active DHA license and available to join immediately.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nursing Officer
General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University Hospital ( ACHS Accredited)
04.2017 - 08.2025
- Assisted in over 2,500 complex neurosurgical, oncology, obstetrics, and laparoscopic procedures, ensuring seamless surgical flow and patient safety
- Delivered specialized perioperative and post-operative care across multiple specialties, optimizing outcomes and reducing complications.
- Led OR operations as Shift In-Charge, coordinating schedules, emergency cases, and multidisciplinary teams efficiently.
- Enforced strict infection control measures, reducing post-operative infection risk and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed surgical and theatre drug inventory, ensuring sterilization, stock accuracy, and compliance with audits.
- Mentored and trained new nursing staff, promoting adherence to perioperative standards and safety protocols.
- Appointed Fire Warden, implementing fire safety protocols, conducting drills, and ensuring rapid, safe evacuation.
Intern Nursing Officer
Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Delivered comprehensive stroke care nursing, including thrombolysis support, rehabilitation assistance, and patient/family education.
- Provided critical care during the Dengue pandemic, monitoring vital signs, administering IV therapy, and performing emergency interventions.
- Supported patient recovery plans and collaborated closely with rehabilitation specialists to optimize outcomes.
Trainee Nursing Officer
Hemas Capital Hospital
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Managed ventilated and critically ill patients, including post-surgical and trauma cases, ensuring high-quality ICU care.
- Administered IV medications, infusion therapy, and advanced life support interventions.
- Assisted in emergency resuscitations and critical procedures, maintaining patient safety under pressure.
- Provided family education and guidance for post-ICU care and recovery planning.
Education
BSc - Nursing & Midwifery
General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University
01.2017
Post Graduate Diploma - Health Development & Management
University of Colombo
10.2025
Accredited CPD Course - Caregiving
Immigration and Nationality Services
01.2022
Skills
Perioperative Nursing
Scrub & Circulating Assistance
Infection Control & Sterilization
Instrument Handling & Safety
Patient Assessment & Recovery
Team Coordination & Leadership
Patient Assessment & Recovery
Documentation & EMR Systems
Emergency, Trauma & Pandemic Response (COVID, Dengue)
Training & Mentorship
Certification
- DHA Registered Nurse (Active)
- Sri Lanka Nursing Council – Reg. No. 27259
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
- Immediate Life Support (ILS) Provider – European Resuscitation Council | Jul 2025
- Initial Trauma Care for Nurses – College of Surgeons of Sri Lanka | May 2025
- Good Bedside Transfusion Practices – General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University Hospital | 2024
- Brain Health Ambassador – Preventive Brain Health & Community Well-being, Sir John Kotelawala Defence University | 2024 (4-day program)
- Palliative Care for Nurses – College of Palliative Medicine of Sri Lanka | 2023
- Neurosurgical Drill Course – Neurosurgeons of Sri Lanka & Sri Lanka Nurses Association | 2021
- In-Service Training Programme – General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University Hospital | 2019 (2-day program)
- The Role of Medical Humanities – University of Colombo | 2018
- Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Stroke Care – National Stroke Association of Sri Lanka | 2017
- 9th Pediatric Nursing Congress – Sri Lanka College of Pediatricians | 2017
- Best Practice & Safety in the Operating Theatre for Nurses – College of Surgeons of Sri Lanka & The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh | 2016
- Nutritional Management, Stoma & Abdominal Wound Care for Nurses – College of Surgeons of Sri Lanka & The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh | 2016
Timeline
Registered Nursing Officer
General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University Hospital ( ACHS Accredited)
04.2017 - 08.2025
Intern Nursing Officer
Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital
04.2017 - 09.2017
Trainee Nursing Officer
Hemas Capital Hospital
12.2016 - 03.2017
Accredited CPD Course - Caregiving
Immigration and Nationality Services
BSc - Nursing & Midwifery
General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University
Post Graduate Diploma - Health Development & Management
University of Colombo
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