Colleen McCabe
Perth,WA
Summary
Mental Health Nurse with over 10 years experience. Comprehensive background in direct patient care, health administration and staff management. Possesses strong skills in critical thinking, decision-making and communication, with the ability to work under pressure. Previous roles involved direct patient care, staff supervision and coordination of healthcare services resulting in improved patient and service outcomes. Committed to maintaining a high level of nursing practice in line with NSQHS standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Clinical Nurse Area Manager
North Metropolitan health Service
Claremont, WA
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborates with Nurse Managers in all NMHS Mental Health sites to assist with filling roster shortfalls
- Completes nursing rosters based on clinical needs
- Provides professional support and guidance for all Inpatient Relief Pool staff
- Utilizes data management systems including RoStar and Lattice
- Monitors and maintains mandatory training requirements for all Inpatient Relief Pool staff
- Practices in line with NMHS Values, Missions and Beliefs
- Follows National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards
- Maintains high level of verbal and written communication
- Participates in Recruitment and Selection processes for NMHS
- Sound knowledge of onboarding processes and requirements for new staff
- Working knowledge of HR processes and procedures
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2014, Disability Services Act, Equal Opportunity Act and legislation surrounding Occupational Health and Safety
- Knowledge of ANF and United Voice awards
Registered Mental Health Nurse
North Metropolitan health Service
Claremont, WA
11.2020 - Current
- Adapting to new clinical environments and patient on a shift by shift basis
- Caring for clients experiencing acute mental illness or who may have enduring mental illness
- Continuously conducting MSE and Risk Assessments
- Building a therapeutic relationship with clients whilst also listening to and interpreting their needs
- Providing person centered, individualized care
- Ensuring the correct administration of medication, whilst monitoring for EPSE’s and providing patient/carer education when required
- Utilizing de-escalation techniques and ensuring least restrictive practice at all times
- Providing education and mentoring students and peers
- Works as part of a multidisciplinary team, discusses any concerns and encourages team approach to patient care.
- Reports appropriately to line manager
- Good clinical and practical knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2014
- Maintains professional development and mandatory trainings
- Acts as an advocate for patients under care
- Works within scope of practice
- Provides education to patients surrounding their rights under the Mental Health Act 2014
Clinical Nurse
The Marian Centre
Wembley, WA
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Initiates and implements quality nursing care informed by best practice
- Clinical resource and support for colleagues
- Uses effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members and members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Acts as an advocate for colleagues and clientele
- Promotes and participates in team building and decision making
- Continuously strives to improve own personal / professional development
- Provides Leadership in clinical setting and supports higher management in decisions
- Ensures policies and procedures are followed accordingly
- Allocates ward duties on a shift basis
- Follows and implements Emergency Procedures
- Caring for clients experiencing acute mental illness or who may have enduring mental illness.
- Manages conflict with the aim to resolve any issues with effective communication skills
- Promotes a healthy and safe working environment
- Graduate Mentor for registered nurse in 2018/19
Registered Mental Health Nurse
The Marian Centre
Wembley, WA
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Caring for clients experiencing Mental Health Issues
- Conducting MSE and Risk Assessments
- Building a therapeutic relationship with clients whilst also listening to and interpreting their needs
- Providing person centered, individualized care
- Ensuring the correct administration of medication, whilst monitoring for EPSE’s and providing patient/carer education when required
- Utilizing de-escalation techniques and ensuring least restrictive practice at all times
- Providing education and mentoring students and peers
- Works as part of a multidisciplinary team, discusses any concerns and encourages team approach to patient care.
- Reports appropriately to line manager
- Good clinical and practical knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2014
- Maintains professional development and mandatory trainings
- Acts as an advocate for patients under care
- Works within scope of practice
- Facilitates and runs therapy groups on Mindfulness, Relaxation and Art Therapy
- Provides rTMS to patients in line with prescribed treatment from treating Psychiatrist, follows hospital Policy and Procedures relating to rTMA treatment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
Trinity College
Dublin09-2014
Skills
- Risk Assessment and Mental State Examinations
- Completed Mental health Act 2014 CELP
- Mental Health First Aid training
- Advanced Life Support Training
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good Leadership and Management Skills
- Adaptable and works well as part of team
- Knowledge of data management systems including RoStar and Lattice
- Completed Recruitment and Selection training in line with Public Sector Employment Standards
- Knowledge of computer systems including Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of effective FTE management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Acting Clinical Nurse Area Manager
North Metropolitan health Service
01.2023 - Current
Registered Mental Health Nurse
North Metropolitan health Service
11.2020 - Current
Clinical Nurse
The Marian Centre
04.2019 - 10.2020
Registered Mental Health Nurse
The Marian Centre
04.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
Trinity College
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