Candace Clark
Seven Hills
Summary
I am currently employed as a child and family health nurse with WSLHD. I have 6 years experience in this position and have also had the opportunity to work in an acting CNS2 role perinatal mental health on two occasions.
During this time I was able to demonstrate my ability to provide complex care and clinical skills in care planning, working in partnership and within a trauma informed care model.
It also allowed me to enhance my clinical leadership skills, supporting others in their professional practice and development.
Before joining child and family health I worked in then role of a mental health nurse and have 17 years experience working closely with clients and their families. I have a exceptional understanding of mental health and wellbeing as well as risk assessment and crisis intervention.
I am currently completing a graduate certificate in perinatal mental health to support my ongoing professional development and professional practice.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Family Health Nurse
WSLHD
09.2019 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and the wider community as well as working independently.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and professional development.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge and practice to enhance effectiveness of care.
- Worked in a model of partnership with clients and their families to enhance positive outcomes.
- Worked within a trauma informed care model and culturally safe practice.
Mental Health Registered Nurse
SLHD
2008 - 08.2019
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness.
- Provided crisis intervention during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
- Participated in case conferences to discuss complex cases collaboratively with colleagues from various disciplines for better decision-making processes.
- Enhanced overall quality of care through participation in ongoing professional development opportunities related to mental health nursing best practices.
- Advocated for patients while maintaining a therapeutic alliance that fosters trust and open communication.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive practices.
- Coordinated discharge planning with patients, families, and community providers to ensure continuity of care
- Educated patients and family members about mental health, medications, treatments and recovery.
- Ongoing risk assessment for safety of both clients and staff.
Mental Health Registered Nurse
SLHD
01.2002 - 2008
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness.
- Provided crisis intervention during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
- Participated in case conferences to discuss complex cases collaboratively with colleagues from various disciplines for better decision-making processes.
- Enhanced overall quality of care through participation in ongoing professional development opportunities related to mental health nursing best practices.
- Advocated for patients while maintaining a therapeutic alliance that fosters trust and open communication.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive practices.
- Coordinated discharge planning with patients, families, and community providers to ensure continuity of care
- Educated patients and family members about mental health, medications, treatments and recovery.
- Ongoing risk assessment for safety of both clients and staff.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Perinatal Mental Health
Heti Higher Learning
Sydney, NSW02-2026
Graduate Certificate - Child And Family Health
University of Tasmania
TAS03-2016
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW04-2002
Timeline
Child and Family Health Nurse
WSLHD
09.2019 - Current
Mental Health Registered Nurse
SLHD
01.2002 - 2008
Mental Health Registered Nurse
SLHD
2008 - 08.2019
Graduate Certificate - Perinatal Mental Health
Heti Higher Learning
Graduate Certificate - Child And Family Health
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
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