Ajaya Shrestha
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Developed strong interpersonal skills and deep understanding of patient care within mental health setting. Demonstrated capability in crisis management and therapeutic communication, fostering supportive patient relationships. Seeking to leverage these transferrable skills in new career path, contributing to team success and patient well-being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
02.2024 - Current
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Coordinated discharge planning with patients, families, and community providers to ensure continuity of care and successful transition back into the community.
Assistant in Nursing
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Master of Mental Health - Nursing
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW01-2027
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Tasmania University
01-2024
Bachelors in Business Information System - Information Technology
Victoria University
06-2012
Bachelor in Business Studies - Business
Tribhuvan University
01-2009
Skills
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Personal care needs
- Patient care planning
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- De-escalation techniques
- Patient care and advocacy
- Multi-disciplinary team collaboration
Referees:
Available upon request.
Timeline
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
02.2024 - Current
Assistant in Nursing
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
11.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Tasmania University
Bachelors in Business Information System - Information Technology
Victoria University
Bachelor in Business Studies - Business
Tribhuvan University
Master of Mental Health - Nursing
University of Newcastle
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