Rebecca Feltus
GOLDEN GROVE,SA
Summary
Paramedic with extensive experience in community mental health, specializing in risk assessment and case management. Proven track record of delivering compassionate patient care and making informed decisions under pressure. Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous professional development enhance ability to provide high-quality medical services. Skilled in building rapport with patients and navigating challenging situations effectively.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Governing Council Chairperson
Golden Grove Primary School
GOLDEN GROVE, SA
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated regular meetings for discussion of school policies and community engagement.
- Collaborated with staff to develop educational programs and initiatives.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for school activities.
- Coordinated fundraising events to enhance school resources and programs.
- Engaged parents to gather feedback on school performance and improvements.
- Reviewed and approved policy changes affecting school operations and governance.
- Ensured compliance with local education regulations and standards.
- Developed effective agendas for board of directors, addressing all critical topics.
Mental Health Paramedic
SA Ambulance
Salisbury, SA
12.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with mental health nurse in co-response vehicle to address mental health emergencies.
- Conducted risk assessments for patients experiencing mental health crises.
- Counseled consumers, facilitating community integration with support services and referrals.
- Maintained operational efficiency in diverse environments over 15 years.
- Provided care to emotionally dysregulated individuals, employing de-escalation techniques.
- Documented incidents according to SA Ambulance protocols and communicated with GPs.
- Made clinical decisions regarding assessment, treatment, and transport options independently.
- Partnered with mental health clinician to deliver effective out-of-hospital assessments.
Governing Council Member
Golden Grove Primary School
GOLDEN GROVE, SA
01.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with school leadership to develop educational programs for student engagement.
- Attended regular meetings to discuss school policies and community involvement initiatives.
- Supported fundraising efforts by coordinating events and communicating with stakeholders.
- Assisted in evaluating school programs to enhance student learning experiences.
- Engaged with parents and community members to gather feedback on school activities.
- Promoted positive relationships among staff, students, and families through open dialogue.
- Reviewed budget proposals to ensure alignment with school objectives and community needs.
- Advocated for student interests by participating in discussions on educational improvements.
- Initiated professional relationships between city, county, state, federal and other municipal government offices by cohesively discussing ways to resolve interjurisdictional issues and regional problems affecting residents.
- Created initiatives, objectives and performance standards for local government.
- Reviewed documents such as ordinances, resolutions, budgets and contracts prior to approval by the Council.
- Assisted in developing strategies for implementing changes that would benefit the community.
- Participated in committees tasked with making recommendations on certain topics such as infrastructure improvements or public safety initiatives.
Paramedic
SA Ambulance
Adelaide, SA
04.2009 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care to critically ill patients with a focus on quality.
- Operated advanced life support equipment during patient transport to ensure stability.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams for seamless patient handover and continuity of care.
- Assessed and treated medical emergencies while adhering to high standards of patient care.
- Conducted routine checks on emergency medical vehicles and equipment for operational readiness.
- Completed comprehensive patient care reports with precise documentation and billing accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of ambulance and equipment for optimal response.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols, boosting team efficiency under pressure.
Registered Nurse
Pedare Christian College
GOLDEN GROVE, SA
02.2023 - 04.2025
- Administered medications and treatments to ensure student safety according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Promoted informed wellness decisions through health education and resources.
- Collaborated with teachers to address health needs of students effectively.
- Contributed to development of individualized care plans tailored to specific requirements.
- Engaged in health screenings and immunization clinics to enhance community awareness.
- Evaluated clinical situations critically during emergencies, prioritizing mental health and well-being of children.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions in electronic health records.
University Lecturer in Mental Health
Flinders University
Bedford park , SA
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Supporting students in an academic nature through tertiary education.
- Teaching current mental health Practices ranging from child to adult.
- Teaching current mental health conditions.
- Marking of exams and assignments.
- Facilitated group discussions, promoting critical thinking and collaborative learning among students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Mentored undergraduate students, guiding them in academic planning and research projects.
- Collaborated with faculty on curriculum development to align with university standards and goals.
- Created a stimulating learning environment by using innovative teaching methods.
Volunteer
Koalaz
01.2019 - 12.2024
- Rehabilitation of koalas.
- Organized community events to promote awareness of wildlife conservation initiatives.
- Assisted in educational workshops for children about animal care and habitats.
- rescue of koalas injured, cared for them adhering to department for environment and water policies and procedures
- liazing with veterinarians
- administering medications and therapy
Junior Coordinator
Golden Grove Netball Club
GOLDEN GROVE, SA
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Coordinated training and match schedules to optimize team performance.
- Organized club events and community outreach programs for greater engagement.
- Facilitated communication among players, coaches, and parents to enhance collaboration.
- Supported safety protocol implementation during training activities for compliance.
- Maintained accurate records of player registrations and memberships for accountability.
- Collaborated with volunteers to streamline event operations and setup effortlessly.
- Managed inventory by placing supply orders to ensure availability.
- Liaised with vendors for timely product or service delivery.
Governing Council Member
Golden Grove Preschool
GOLDEN GROVE, SA
01.2018 - 12.2018
Governing Council Member
Mawson Lakes Preschool
GOLDEN GROVE, SA
01.2015 - 12.2015
Clinical Nurse
Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Adelaide, SA
01.2005 - 06.2011
- Led team as senior staff member, overseeing advanced pediatric life support and intensive therapies.
- Participated in code blue and trauma teams, delivering immediate critical care.
- Precepted new staff to ensure effective training and integration into the team.
- Supported families through acute stress situations, emphasizing family-centered care principles.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records diligently.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team members.
- Utilized ventilators, oscillators, and CPAP machines while troubleshooting equipment issues.
Education
Postgraduate in Mental health - Nursing
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Perth, WA01.2026
Master of Counseling - Perth, WA
Edith Cowen University
Perth, WA11-2024
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Bedford Park, SA
Flinders University
Bedford Park, SA12-2008
Bachelor of Nursing - University of South Australia
University of South Australia
University of South Australia12-2004
Skills
- Mental health support
- Risk assessment
- Case management
- Emergency response to acute situations
- Cardiac arrest and medical emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Patient resource management
- Community engagement and stigma reduction
- Autonomous decision-making
Current Positions
07/2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
NALHN Community Mental Health - Salisbury, SA
· Delivered evidence-based care while developing clinical competencies and adhering to professional standards.
· Managed cases for clients with mental health conditions, ensuring tailored support and intervention.
· Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential issues and mitigate risks.
· Recognized and escalated clinical deterioration and incidents in a timely manner.
· Engaged with children, youth, women, and families facing complex challenges across diverse cultural backgrounds.
· Maintained collaborative relationships with non-governmental and governmental organizations to address client needs.
· Fostered productive working relationships among healthcare team members to enhance service delivery.
· Addressed challenging behaviors effectively to maintain therapeutic environments.
12/2022 - Current
Mental Health Paramedic
SA Ambulance - Salisbury, SA
· Collaborated with mental health nurse in co-response vehicle to address mental health emergencies.
· Conducted risk assessments for patients experiencing mental health crises.
· Counseled consumers, facilitating community integration with support services and referrals.
· Maintained operational efficiency in diverse environments over 15 years.
· Provided care to emotionally dysregulated individuals, employing de-escalation techniques.
· Documented incidents according to SA Ambulance protocols and communicated with GPs.
· Made clinical decisions regarding assessment, treatment, and transport options independently.
· Partnered with mental health clinician to deliver effective out-of-hospital assessments.
Volunteer Work
- Peer Support Officer SA Ambulance
Certification
- Foundations skills BPD Co, 05/24
- BPD Gold Card, 05/24
- Short course in Immunology and Immunization for Nurses, 12/17
- Paramedic Internship Program, SA Ambulance, 12/11
- Paediatric Critical Care, Children’s, Youth and Women’s Health Service, 12/07
- Mental Health First Aid, 05/22
Referees
- Antonio Meli, Mental Health Operations Manager, 0428976793, antonio.meli@sa.gov.au
- Tyson LeClerc, Team Leader, 0436310357, tyson.leclercq@sa.gov.au
- Robert Gough, Nurse Consultant NALHN Community Mental health, 0411244013, Robert.Gough2@sa.gov.au
- Braden Hill, Nurse Consultant MH-Core, 0431290935, Braden.Hill@sa.gov.au
- Suzanne Millard, Nurse Consultant MH-Core, 0417808759, Suzanne.Millard@Sa.gov.au
- Naomi Bruce, People and Culture, Pedare Christian College, (08) 8280 1700, nbruce@pedarecc.sa.edu.au
Affiliations
- listening to music
- love of animals
- walking
- spending time with family
Accomplishments
SA Health Awards 2023 Winner Mental Health Co Response Service.
SA Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards 2022 Winner Mental Health Co Response Service.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Pedare Christian College
02.2023 - 04.2025
Governing Council Chairperson
Golden Grove Primary School
01.2023 - Current
University Lecturer in Mental Health
Flinders University
01.2023 - 12.2024
Mental Health Paramedic
SA Ambulance
12.2022 - Current
Junior Coordinator
Golden Grove Netball Club
01.2021 - 06.2024
Volunteer
Koalaz
01.2019 - 12.2024
Governing Council Member
Golden Grove Preschool
01.2018 - 12.2018
Governing Council Member
Golden Grove Primary School
01.2017 - Current
Governing Council Member
Mawson Lakes Preschool
01.2015 - 12.2015
Paramedic
SA Ambulance
04.2009 - Current
Clinical Nurse
Women’s and Children’s Hospital
01.2005 - 06.2011
Postgraduate in Mental health - Nursing
true
Master of Counseling - Perth, WA
Edith Cowen University
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Bedford Park, SA
Flinders University
Bachelor of Nursing - University of South Australia
University of South Australia
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