HANNAH JOSEPH
Croydon Park,SA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a focus on mental health, delivering crisis assessment and risk management in high-pressure environments. Notable contributions include reducing Emergency Department presentations and being part of an award-winning team. Balances clinical expertise with academic roles and military service to enhance community health outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Tutor
University of Adelaide
01.2026 - Current
- Tutor in Evidence-Based Nursing and Mental Health Nursing.
- Facilitated tutorials, supported student learning, and assessed student performance to foster academic growth.
- Developed clinical teaching plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated interactive learning sessions to enhance student engagement.
- Assessed student performance through practical evaluations and feedback.
Nursing Officer
Australian Army Reserve
02.2025 - Current
- Delivered clinical capability as commissioned nursing officer in Army Health.
- Ensured operational readiness through continuous military and clinical training.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Registered Nurse
Healthcare Australia
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered mental health nursing services across metropolitan areas, enhancing patient support and care coordination.
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs in diverse healthcare settings.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders and protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Nurse Consultant
SAPOL Co-Responder
09.2022 - 07.2025
- Authorised Mental Health Practitioner undertaking Mental Health Act functions.
- Conducted specialist mental health assessments in collaboration with SAPOL to support crisis intervention.
- Facilitated strategies that led to decreased Emergency Department presentations and optimized police tasking.
- Partnered with a team recognized with the Premier's Innovation Award in 2023 for advancements in mental health services.
Clinical Nurse
Women's & Children's Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Provided comprehensive inpatient care for children and adolescents with mental health needs.
- Coordinated establishment of Mallee Ward service to enhance patient care delivery.
- Provided compassionate care to mothers and infants in a fast-paced hospital setting.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
Previous Mental Health Nursing Roles
01.2014 - 12.2020
- St Vincent's Melbourne
- Top End Mental Health (Darwin)
- Nurse on Call (Ireland)
- Healthcare Australia
Education
Certificate II -
Auslan
Adelaide, SA12-2026
Graduate Diploma - Mental Health
Nursing Practice
The University Of Melbourne12-2015
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Adelaide
Adelaide12-2013
Skills
- Mental Health Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Clinical Instruction
- Clinical teaching
- Clinical Supervision
- Risk Management
- Mental health legislation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Team Collaboration
Awards And Professional Highlights
- Premier's Innovation Award, 2023, SAPOL Co-Responder Team
- Authorised Mental Health Practitioner
Timeline
Clinical Tutor
University of Adelaide
01.2026 - Current
Nursing Officer
Australian Army Reserve
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Healthcare Australia
01.2025 - Current
Nurse Consultant
SAPOL Co-Responder
09.2022 - 07.2025
Clinical Nurse
Women's & Children's Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2022
Previous Mental Health Nursing Roles
01.2014 - 12.2020
Certificate II -
Auslan
Graduate Diploma - Mental Health
Nursing Practice
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Adelaide