Open To Work
Corinne McIvor
Brisbane,Australia
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a postgraduate qualification in specialist community public health nursing and nine years in mental health support for children and families. Specializes in trauma-informed and culturally responsive care, risk assessment, crisis intervention, and care coordination. Skilled in building therapeutic relationships and delivering outreach support across diverse settings, including school nursing and youth health services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Practitioner
Micah Projects Young Mothers for Young Women Program
Caboolture & Redcliffe, Australia
01.2025 - Current
- Provided trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centred support that enhanced health, wellbeing, parenting capacity, and long-term outcomes for vulnerable young women and their children.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments and developed safety plans for participants navigating various challenges.
- Supported pregnant women and young mothers under 25 facing complex social, emotional, financial, and environmental challenges within Young Mothers for Young Women (YMYW) program.
Youth and Family Practitioner
Kurbingui - Intensive Bail Initiative
Caboolture, Australia
01.2024 - Current
- Fostered trust and empowered young people to overcome challenges, develop positive coping strategies, and build pathways toward healthier, more productive futures.
- Conducted comprehensive intake assessments, facilitated referrals, and provided targeted interventions to support young people in addressing and changing offending behaviors.
- Worked in diverse areas including addiction, trauma, and disabilities, ensuring holistic care tailored to individual needs and promoting overall well-being.
Nurse Home Visitor
IUIH Family Nurse Partnership
Strathpine, Australia
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Assessed family needs through home visits, developed individualized goals, and created tailored service plans to enhance family well-being.
- Supported families in crisis management, advocated for self-sufficiency, and assisted with job search to empower families towards independence.
- Collaborated with community agencies to coordinate comprehensive support for families.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Tasmanian Health Service
Hobart, Australia
07.2022 - 04.2023
- My role with Tasmanian Health Service focused on providing comprehensive assessment, treatment, and safety planning for children and young people aged 5 to 18 presenting with mental health vulnerabilities in the CAMHS Hospital Emergency Department.
- Managed and de-escalated crisis situations in high-pressure environment, ensuring safety and stability for patients.
- Engaged with parents and carers, collaborated with education staff, general practitioners, and Child Youth Protection Services, and delivered specialist support for mental health difficulties, while providing clinical expertise to nursing staff, developing and evaluating evidence-based protocols, and coordinating interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient outcomes.
Youth Health Nurse
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Glasgow, UK
03.2016 - 06.2022
- Coordinated care programs to enhance mental health outcomes for school-aged children and vulnerable families.
- Delivered evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy, to address mental health needs.
- Conducted health assessments to identify risks and support emotional well-being during transitions.
- Managed a caseload of children and families, ensuring individualized attention and care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive and holistic care solutions.
- Provided parenting support to enhance family dynamics and promote healthy behaviors.
- Implemented strategies to address risk-taking behaviors, promoting safer choices among youth.
- Promoted health education initiatives to reduce health inequalities among young people.
Registered Nurse
Covid19 Assessment Centre NHS
Dumbarton, UK
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Delivered patient care and conducted assessments at NHS COVID-19 assessment centre during pandemic.
- Triaged and assessed patients for COVID-19 symptoms, ensuring efficient workflow and safety.
- Conducted symptom checks and administered tests, determining patient status for timely care.
- Took thorough patient histories to inform clinical decisions and care pathways.
- Monitored vital signs to track patient health and identify needs for intervention.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate care and facilitate timely referrals.
- Educated patients on COVID-19 safety measures, enhancing health awareness and compliance.
Youth Activities Supervisor / Activities Councillor
Disney Cruise Line
Florida, USA
04.2016 - 06.2019
- My role with Disney Cruise Line focused on developing and implementing engaging activity programs for adults with disabilities while ensuring an inclusive and enjoyable experience aboard the Disney Cruise Line.
- Key to the role was supervising a team of 10+ staff members to deliver quality care and facilitate daily activities for clients.
- Created and adapted activity schedules, ensured participants' needs were met, oversaw staff performance, and maintained a safe, welcoming environment for all guests.
- Maintained a safe and welcoming environment for all guests aboard cruise ship, fostering inclusivity and enjoyment.
- Oversaw staff performance and provided guidance to improve service quality.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ADULT NURSING
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, UK01-2012
POST GRADUATE DEGREE - Specialist Public Health School Nursing
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, UK01-2002
GCSEs -
Our Lady and St Patricks
Dumbarton, UK01-2001
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Crisis response
- Crisis planning
- Risk assessment
- Psychosocial assessments
- Evidence-based interventions
- Trauma-informed care
- Case management
- Emotional support
- Health education
- Community collaboration
- Team leadership
- Therapeutic communication
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Holistic support
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid
- CPR
- Moving and Handling
- Tasmanian Drivers Licence
- Permanent Resident of Australia
- APHRA Registration
- Working with Vulnerable People
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
References
Available Upon Request
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$98000/yr - $143000/yrTimeline
Senior Practitioner
Micah Projects Young Mothers for Young Women Program
01.2025 - Current
Youth and Family Practitioner
Kurbingui - Intensive Bail Initiative
01.2024 - Current
Nurse Home Visitor
IUIH Family Nurse Partnership
04.2023 - 11.2024
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Tasmanian Health Service
07.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Covid19 Assessment Centre NHS
03.2020 - 06.2020
Youth Activities Supervisor / Activities Councillor
Disney Cruise Line
04.2016 - 06.2019
Youth Health Nurse
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
03.2016 - 06.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ADULT NURSING
University of the West of Scotland
POST GRADUATE DEGREE - Specialist Public Health School Nursing
University of the West of Scotland
GCSEs -
Our Lady and St Patricks