Compassionate Registered Mental Health Nurse with background in crisis intervention, patient assessment and treatment planning. Proficient in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care. Strong communication skills coupled with demonstrated ability in patient advocacy and education. Contribute positively to patient outcomes through application of nursing best practices and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Justice Health Forensic Mental Health Network
Malabar, NSW
2024.02 - Current
Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and best practices.
Conducted one-on-one training sessions with nursing students to ensure competency in medical practices.
Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' physical and mental health conditions to determine nursing care needs.
Created performance improvement initiatives designed to enhance quality of care outcomes.
Advised nursing staff on best practices for providing safe, high quality patient care.
Supervised clinical practicum students in a variety of healthcare settings.
Provided crisis intervention services for suicidal ideation or violent behavior in order to de-escalate situations safely.
Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for mental health disorders.
Staff Nurse
Health Service Executive Ireland
Carlow, Ireland
2020.09 - 2024.01
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
South East Technological University
Waterford, Ireland
2020-09
Skills
Patient Management
Nursing staff leadership
Care Planning
Case Management
Relationship Building
Patient and family advocacy
Patient education and counseling
Leadership and mentoring abilities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Justice Health Forensic Mental Health Network
2024.02 - Current
Staff Nurse
Health Service Executive Ireland
2020.09 - 2024.01
Bachelor of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
South East Technological University
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