JACQUINE DARBY MATHEW
4/190 Lion Creek Rd, Wandal,Qld
Summary
Registered Nurse with over three years of experience delivering recovery-oriented, evidence-based care to adults with severe and enduring mental illness across inpatient and community settings. Experienced in comprehensive mental health assessment, care planning, medication management, and risk assessment, while working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Actively contributes to shift coordination, consumer and family engagement, and continuity of care, supporting individuals to develop life skills, and transition toward independent living. Recognised for providing safe, high-quality nursing care in line with professional standards, organisational policies, and AHPRA requirements.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mental Health Inpatient Unit
The Range, Rockhampton, Queensland
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive mental state examinations and physical health assessments, ensuring thorough clinical observations.
- Developed and evaluated individualized care plans in collaboration with consumers, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Safely administered prescribed medications, adhering to legislation, policy, and local procedures.
- Monitored therapeutic responses, side effects, and adverse reactions to psychotropic medications.
- Identified and managed risks associated with suicide, self-harm, aggression, absconding, and vulnerability.
- Implemented de-escalation strategies to effectively manage behavioral disturbances.
- Participated in safe use of restrictive practices in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Contributed to discharge planning and continuity of care while liaising with community services.
Registered Nurse
Ramsay Clinic Rockhampton
The Range, Rockhampton, Queensland
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk evaluations for suicide and self-harm.
- Provided therapeutic interventions, psychoeducation, and emotional support to consumers and families.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, GPs, and allied health professionals to enhance care quality.
- Coordinated referrals, follow-ups, and discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.
- Implemented de-escalation strategies to manage challenging behaviors safely and effectively.
- Participated in clinical audits to drive quality improvement and mitigate risks.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing Science
University of Sunshine Coast
QLD11.2021
Skills
- Risk assessment and management
- Mental state examination
- Clinical observation and deterioration identification
- Care planning and formulation
- Therapeutic engagement and rapport
- Active listening and empathy
- Psychoeducation for families
- Brief therapeutic interventions
- Motivational interviewing techniques
- Medication side effects monitoring
- De-escalation strategies
- Behavior support planning
- Confidentiality and documentation standards
References
Nabneet Jha
Clinical Nurse (Mental Health Inpatient Unit, Rockhampton)
Email: Nabneet.Jha@health.qld.gov.au
Phone: +61 431 093 658
Audrey Cueson
Senior Registered Nurse (Ramsay Clinic Rockhampton)
Email: ajocueson@gmail.com
Phone: +61 431 274 641
Certification
Completed Standard Mental Health First Aid (Refresher 2026)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mental Health Inpatient Unit
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ramsay Clinic Rockhampton
07.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing Science
University of Sunshine Coast