Alistair Russell
Eudlo,QLD
Summary
Dynamic healthcare leader with extensive experience at Queensland Health, excelling in team leadership and compliance monitoring. Proven track record in enhancing performance through innovative strategies and effective communication. Adept at problem-solving, I have successfully implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient care and safety across multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader Rehab Svs Mental Health
Queensland Health
Mountain Creek, QLD
03.2017 - Current
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, promoting innovation and efficiency across teams.
- Developed strategies to enhance team performance and engagement.
- Established clear expectations for employees, offering necessary guidance and support.
- Monitored compliance with health regulations and safety protocols to ensure workplace safety.
- Maintained a collaborative work environment that encouraged teamwork.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively while upholding high standards of service.
- Developed and tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate team effectiveness.
Clinical Nurse Consultant Dual Diagnosis.
Queensland Health
Nambour, QLD
03.2014 - 02.2017
- Provided expert clinical guidance to nursing staff across multiple departments.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify care needs and plan interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
Nurse Unit Manager AODS
Queensland Health
Nambour, QLD
03.2016 - 04.2016
- Leave backfill.
- Specialist Drug Service incorporating specialist assessment, counselling, needle syringe and methadone treatment programs.
Nurse Unit Manager Ward LGE
Queensland Health
Nambour, QLD
03.2011 - 02.2014
- Managed daily nursing operations and staff assignments in a high-volume healthcare unit.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and quality standards across the unit.
- Streamlined patient admissions and discharges through cross-departmental collaboration.
- Facilitated effective communication among staff via meetings and individual interactions.
Clinical Nurse Consultant Inpatient Services
Queensland Health
Nambour, QLD
03.2008 - 02.2011
- Provided expert consultation on complex clinical cases to multidisciplinary teams.
- Implemented evidence-based guidelines to enhance treatment and patient safety.
- Mentored junior nurses in advanced clinical skills and professional development.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient management plans.
Director of Nursing
Queensland Health
Nambour, QLD
09.2010 - 11.2010
- Acting
Clinical Nurse. Inpatient Services Ward LGE
Queensland Health
Nambour, QLD
03.2007 - 02.2008
Registered Nurse. Inpatient Services
Queensland Health
Nambour, QLD
03.2006 - 02.2007
Senior Specialist Substance Misuse Nurse
Gloucester NHS Trust
Gloucester, England
03.2003 - 01.2006
- Delivery and support of Drug treatment Testing orders.
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Gloucester NHS Trust
Gloucester, England
03.2001 - 02.2003
- Clinical Lead of MHICU for day shifts, and clinical oversight of 7 mental health wards making the Charlton Lane Center on night duty.
Clinical Nurse. Bracton Center MSU.
Bexley
London, London
09.1997 - 12.1999
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing
University Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast, QLD09-2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Studies. Mental Health
University Of Greenwich
London09-1997
Authorised Mental Health Practitioner
SCHHS
Sunshine Coast, QLDSkills
- Team leadership
- Compliance monitoring
- Performance management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
Accomplishments
- Published author on two occasions
- Guest presenter/speaker at the 11th Victorian Psychiatric Nursing Conference in 2010, and the Queensland Clinical Collaborative in 2011
- Former chair of Australian College of Mental Health Nurses, Sunshine Coast Sub Branch.
Timeline
Team Leader Rehab Svs Mental Health
Queensland Health
03.2017 - Current
Nurse Unit Manager AODS
Queensland Health
03.2016 - 04.2016
Clinical Nurse Consultant Dual Diagnosis.
Queensland Health
03.2014 - 02.2017
Nurse Unit Manager Ward LGE
Queensland Health
03.2011 - 02.2014
Director of Nursing
Queensland Health
09.2010 - 11.2010
Clinical Nurse Consultant Inpatient Services
Queensland Health
03.2008 - 02.2011
Clinical Nurse. Inpatient Services Ward LGE
Queensland Health
03.2007 - 02.2008
Registered Nurse. Inpatient Services
Queensland Health
03.2006 - 02.2007
Senior Specialist Substance Misuse Nurse
Gloucester NHS Trust
03.2003 - 01.2006
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Gloucester NHS Trust
03.2001 - 02.2003
Clinical Nurse. Bracton Center MSU.
Bexley
09.1997 - 12.1999
Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing
University Sunshine Coast
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Studies. Mental Health
University Of Greenwich
Authorised Mental Health Practitioner
SCHHS
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