Hope Barnes
Nowra,NSW
Summary
Over the past 11 years working for the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District I have had the opportunity to demonstrated my skills as a capable clinician within both the inpatient and community mental health settings. I have demonstrated that I am a controlled patient clinician with the ability to articulate and advocate in the interest of both the service and consumer within the CORE values. I strive to be a grounded individual whom is impartial, solution focused recognizes the importance of outcomes for both the consumer and their service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Marker and Tutor
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst
06.2023 - Current
- Participated in team teaching activities such as small group instruction or whole class discussions.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with students who needed extra support.
- Attended faculty meetings and parent conferences as needed.
- Helped students develop study skills such as note taking, time management, and organization techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of all student assessments and attendance data.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging cooperation among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of learners in the classroom.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
Registered Nurse
NSW Health
Shellharbour
01.2014 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Completed complex Mental Health Assessment within the community and emergency department settings
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Cosmetics
Australian College of Nursing
06-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW11-2013
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
- Reliability
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Time management abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Goal Setting
- Team building
- Adaptability
- Completing complex mental health assessments
- Sound knowledge of the 2007 Mental Health Act
References
Dr Tad Tietze
Staff Specialist in Psychiatry
ISLHD Mental Health Service
+49 152 23148300
Robyn Macgregor
Nurse Unit Manager Adolescent unit
0467802217
Janene O'dwyer
Mental Health After Hours Nurse Manager
0418651653
Timeline
Seasonal Marker and Tutor
Charles Sturt University
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
NSW Health
01.2014 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Cosmetics
Australian College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wollongong
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