Jisma John
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Competent Community Mental Health Clinician offering multi-disciplinary approach to consumers care. Eager to utilize the years of experience to help patients improve conditions and reduce symptoms. Positive and friendly people-person with organized and diligent attitude.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Mental Health Clinician
The Northern Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, ensuring immediate safety measures were in place for at-risk patients.
- Delivered high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support.
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
- Advocated for patients within the healthcare system to ensure access to appropriate resources and services when needed.
- Participated in case reviews with multidisciplinary teams to discuss complex cases and develop collaborative solutions for individualized care plans.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to facilitate skill development, coping strategies, and emotional processing among participants.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and interventions.
- Provided patients with detailed information about symptoms, causes and treatment expectations.
- Established appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration for better patient care through effective communication and teamwork.
- Collaborated with primary healthcare providers to ensure seamless integration of mental health services into overall patient care plans.
- Reviewed outcome measures data regularly to identify trends and modify treatment approaches accordingly for improved clinical results.
- Reduced hospital readmissions with comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse in IPU
The Northern Hospital
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
- Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for effective treatment planning and optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided education to patients'' families regarding mental health disorders, treatment options, and community resources available for support.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Evaluated the efficacy of implemented care plans through regular monitoring of patient progress toward established goals.
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills through active listening and empathetic responses, fostering trust and rapport with patients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to provide additional support and guidance.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Heritagecare Aged Care Facility
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
Grace Of Mary Aged Care
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
Postgraduate of Mental Health Nursing - Mental Health Nursing
RMIT University
Bundoora, VIC06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
MSR Institute of Nursing Education & Research
Bangalore, India02.2010
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
St Johns National Academy of Health Science
Bangalore, India09.2006
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical assessment
- Multidisciplinary Approach
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Behavioral Interventions
- Patient Assessments
- Treatment Planning
- Maintaining privacy
- Health Risk Assessments
- Interdisciplinary team coordination
- Emergency Management
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
Timeline
Community Mental Health Clinician
The Northern Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Psychiatric Nurse in IPU
The Northern Hospital
05.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Heritagecare Aged Care Facility
06.2018 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Grace Of Mary Aged Care
02.2016 - 06.2018
Postgraduate of Mental Health Nursing - Mental Health Nursing
RMIT University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
MSR Institute of Nursing Education & Research
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
St Johns National Academy of Health Science
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