Gemma Bult
Port Melbourne,VIC
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Nurse with over three years of experience working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Serivces (CAMHS) inpatient setting in the UK. Having progressed from a Staff Nurse to a Senior Nurse, I have developed a comprehensive skillset in both clinical and management capacities, particularly in managing complex mental health presentations.
My practice is rooted in trauma-informed care, with a strong understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences and their long-term impact on mental health. I am skilled in conducting thorough risk assessments, developing effective and person-centred care plans, and managing high risk / crisis situations with empathy and professionalism.
I am deeply passionate about mental health nursing, both professionally and personally, having witnessed the challenges of mental health issues among friends and family. This has further driven my commitment to providing high quality person centred, evidence-based care, and contributing to ongoing service improvement.
I am now seeking opportunities to continue growing in my practice, supporting individuals and their families, and making a meaningful impact within the mental health sector in Australia.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Lead
Ancora House, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership, NHS Trust.
Chester, England., United Kingdom
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Coordinated patient discharge planning including follow-up appointments.
- Assisted with recruitment and performance management processes for nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
- Provided guidance to junior staff on professional development issues.
- Identified areas for improvement in ward practices through data analysis.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss cases and plan treatments.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated patient care plans according to individual needs.
- Conducted regular clinical assessments of patients in the ward.
- Reviewed safety protocols and policies in line with current best practice guidelines.
- Ensured that all relevant legislation was adhered to within the ward environment.
- Supported research initiatives within the hospital setting as required.
- Organised and supervised the daily activities of other nursing staff.
- Conducted thorough assessments to understand current patient conditions and develop diagnoses.
- Updated patient charts in electronic medical records, noting assessment results, interventions and medications.
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Ancora House, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership, NHS Trust.
Chester, England., United Kingdom
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Assisted in developing discharge plans for patients transitioning out of care settings back into the community.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions including diagnosis notes and progress reports.
- Assessed and evaluated the mental and physical condition of patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, social workers, physicians, psychologists and others to ensure continuity of care for each patient.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed by assessing danger levels of suicidal or homicidal thoughts or behaviours.
- Supported family members during visits at the facility providing them information about their loved one's condition.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify any changes in a patient's condition or behaviour.
- Developed person centred care plans in collaboration with the service user, families / carers and multi-disciplinary team.
- Counselled patients on healthy coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.
- Implemented evidence-based and best practice problem-solving interventions to establish protective measures for suicide prevention and self-harm.
- Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analysing risk factors, protective factors, mental status and current triggers.
- Administered medications, adhering to medication schedules and making adjustments commensurate with patients' condition and response.
- Monitored and documented patient progress in accordance with established protocols.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Developed collaborative safety plan with patient and family to prepare for discharge.
Mental Health Support Worker
Ancora House, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership, NHS Trust.
Chester, England., United Kingdom
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided emotional and psychological support to clients in crisis situations.
- Assisted clients in developing individualized treatment plans and goals.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions using an electronic health record system.
- Assisted patients in developing life skills for improved independence.
- Developed and maintained a therapeutic rapport with patients to facilitate recovery.
Healthcare Support Worker
The Willows Care home, Blacon.
Chester, England., United Kingdom
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Supported residents with physical health conditions and dementia.
- Assisted residents with personal care.
- Assisted residents with daily life activities, and promoted independence.
- Assisted in the preparation of meals for residents.
- Performed basic nursing care such as checking vital signs and recording data.
- Completed paperwork regarding diet and fluid input.
Education
Degree of Bachelor of Nursing With Honours - Mental Health Nursing
University of Chester
Chester, England.12-2021
Skills
- Patient care planning
- Data analysis
- Personal care
- Electronic medical records
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Risk assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Quality improvement
- Clinical decision making
- Staff development
- Clinical assessment
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Discharge planning
- Clinical supervision
- Self-harm prevention
- Psychiatric assessment
- Suicide risk assessment
- Emotional regulation
- Organisational skills
- Wound care
- Student precepting
Timeline
Clinical Lead
Ancora House, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership, NHS Trust.
03.2025 - 03.2025
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Ancora House, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership, NHS Trust.
12.2021 - 03.2024
Mental Health Support Worker
Ancora House, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership, NHS Trust.
08.2020 - 12.2021
Healthcare Support Worker
The Willows Care home, Blacon.
08.2017 - 12.2021
Degree of Bachelor of Nursing With Honours - Mental Health Nursing
University of Chester
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