Hasanthi Chathurika

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Health Care Assistant with over two years of experience providing person-centered care in home care and long-term care settings. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility support, infection prevention and control, vital sign monitoring, and resident safety. Committed to promoting dignity, independence, comfort, and quality of life while working collaboratively with residents, families, and healthcare teams.

Health Care Assistant (Practicum) - Guildford Senior Village - Surrey, BC

(2026-03 - 2026-04)

• Assisted with daily living activities for 5+ residents, improving comfort and hygiene standards.
• Supported safe mobility and transfers using ceiling lifts and sit-to-stand equipment.
• Performed catheter and ostomy care under supervision.
• Assisted with feeding while monitoring for choking risks.
• Recorded daily activities and personal health information accurately and confidentially.
• Communicated effectively with residents and the care team to ensure quality care.
• Supported and encouraged residents' participation in recreational activities and social programs to enhance quality of life and emotional well-being.
• Monitored residents carefully and reported changes promptly to nursing staff.
• Coordinated with nursing staff to update care plans, enhancing personalized treatment for each resident.

Health Care Assistant (Practicum) - Seton Villa Retirement Centre - Burnaby, BC

(2026-04 - 2026-05)

• Escorted residents safely throughout the facility, including dining areas and activity programs.
• Assisted with daily living activities for 8+ residents, ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Responded promptly to residents' call bells and provided assistance as needed.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes, contributing to timely medical interventions.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to update care plans, improving individualized resident care.
• Delivered compassionate support, enhancing resident satisfaction during practicum.

Health Care Assistant - Home Care Poco - Coquitlam, BC

(2023-10)

• Assisted residents with personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, while promoting dignity and independence.
• Safely supported residents with lifting, transferring, repositioning, and mobility assistance using proper body mechanics.
• Encouraged participation in exercise programs, recreational activities, and social engagement to support physical and emotional well-being.
• Monitored and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and oxygen levels, and reported changes to the family, contributing to a reduction in hospital readmissions.
• Collected urine and other specimens following infection control and safety procedures.
• Managed and restocked care supplies and ensured equipment was organized and readily available.
• Assisted with transporting residents within the facility and to appointments when required.
• Provided compassionate, resident-centered care while ensuring the supported persons' rights and choices are respected and advocating as needed.
• Assisted in the development, implementation, and documentation of individualized Personal Service Plans to support clients' goals, independence, and well-being.
• Maintained clean, organized living spaces for clients, enhancing hygiene standards and reducing infection risk.
• Coordinated with healthcare professionals and family members to support individualized care plans.

Diploma - Health Care Assistance - Drake Medox College (2025-10 - 2026-05)