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Kiri Oswald
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse with demonstrated skills in patient care and assessment, critical thinking, leadership and communication. Strong focus on kindness, inter-disciplinary team collaboration, advocacy, safety and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable and able to manage complex situations ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments and high-acuity settings.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, MHICU (PPT 32hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
11.2024 - Current
- Nursing care and management of clients with established mental health diagnosis in acute phase of illness in high acuity setting
- Managing patients with high risk/high vulnerability and complex mental health disorders
- Prevention and management of violence and aggression
- Risk mitigation and safety planning
Registered Nurse, MHICU (PPT 32hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Nursing care and management of clients with established mental health diagnosis in acute phase of illness in high acuity setting
- Managing patients with high risk/high vulnerability and complex mental health disorders
- Prevention and management of violence and aggression
- Risk mitigation and safety planning
Registered Nurse, MH Covid Ward (FT 38hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Nursing care and management of clients with established mental health diagnosis and active covid positive status in an acute mental health setting
- Infection control protocols- donning and doffing procedures, containment of risk and minimise exposure
- Prevention and management of violence and aggression
Registered Nurse, MHSUS (PPT 32hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
10.2017 - 11.2017
- In-patient and out-patient assessment for Relapse Prevention Program in a community setting, and ongoing individual case management
- Co-ordinate group-based programs and provide education/counselling around substance use with view to long-term abstinence, maintenance and recovery
- Liaison role between in-patient and community teams, and referral of clients to relevant support services
Registered Nurse, MHSUS (FT 38hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
08.2016 - 09.2016
- In-patient and out-patient assessment for Relapse Prevention Program in a community setting, and ongoing individual case management
- Co-ordinate group-based programs and provide education/counselling around substance use with view to long-term abstinence, maintenance and recovery
- Liaison role between in-patient and community teams, and referral of clients to relevant support services
Acting Clinical Nurse Specialist 2 (FT 38 Hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
05.2015 - 06.2015
- In-patient and out-patient assessment for Relapse Prevention Program in a community setting, and ongoing individual case management
- Co-ordinate group-based programs and provide education/counselling around substance use with view to long-term abstinence, maintenance and recovery
- Liaison role between in-patient and community teams, and referral of clients to relevant support services
Registered Nurse, MHSUU (FT 38 Hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
08.2011 - 10.2024
- Nursing care and management of clients with mental health and co-existing substance use disorders within an acute in-patient setting
- Detox and withdrawal management
- Recovery-focused care utilising stage of change model and motivational interviewing techniques
- Prevention and management of violence and aggression
- Risk mitigation and safety planning
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (PPT 20 Hrs P/w)
Australian Red Cross Blood Service
01.2007 - 07.2011
- Venesection and blood collection
- Donor selection and assessment
- Donor management
- Donor reception
- Checking/consigning/shipping/transportation of blood products and samples
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (PPT 32 Hrs P/w)
Anglican Care (Toronto Nursing Home)
03.2006 - 01.2007
- Aged care services
- High care Dementia-specific unit
- Supervisory role with regard to AIN's
- Wound management
- Pain and behavioural management with diversional/complimentary therapies
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (Casual)
Toronto Private Hospital
10.2006
- Primary nursing care in medical/surgical/rehab ward
- Medication administration
- Pre and post-op care
- Admission and discharge of patients
Trainee Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (FT 38 Hrs P/w)
Anglican Care (Toronto Nursing Home, BDH, JHH)
02.2005 - 02.2006
- Aged care services
- High care Dementia-specific unit
- Wound management
- Pain and behavioural management with diversional/complimentary therapies
- Nursing care and management of medical and surgical patients in an acute setting
Assistant in Nursing (PPT 20 Hrs P/w)
Anglican Care (Carey Bay Nursing Home)
10.2002 - 02.2005
- Aged care services
- High care Dementia-specific unit
- Wound management
- Pain and behavioural management with diversional/complimentary therapies
Education
Master of Mental Health Nursing -
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW08-2021
Transitional New Graduate Nurse Program - Hunter New England Mental Health
Mater Hospital
Waratah, NSW07.2012
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW06.2011
Certificate IV in Nursing (Enrolled Nurse) -
TAFE Hunter Institute
Tighes Hill, NSW03.2006
Open Foundation Program -
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW12.2003
Certificate III in Care Support Services (Aged Care Work) - Nursing Assistant
Anglican Care (NSW Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board)
Booragul, NSW10.2002
Higher School Certificate -
Kotara High School
Newcastle, NSW12.1996
Skills
- Demonstrate attributes of kindness, compassion, respect and empathy within the workplace and able to work cohesively within a multidisciplinary team
- Calm, honest, reliable, efficient and enthusiastic in all tasks and roles
- Excellent communication, management, organisation and interpersonal skills to competently provide holistic care to an extensive range of consumers
- Provide a high standard of care and advocacy to consumers from vulnerable populations and diverse backgrounds
- Excellent de-escalation skills and management of high risk consumers with complex mental health issues
- Demonstrate critical thinking, decision-making and ability to problem-solve in high pressure situations
- Strong advocate for consumer, staff and workplace safety
- Demonstrate strong leadership and mentoring of new and junior staff
- Strong commitment to education and professional development
Affiliations
- NSW Nurses and Midwives Association, Waratah Mental Health Centre, Branch Delegate (2018- current)
- NSW Nurses and Midwives Association, Waratah Mental Health Centre, Branch President (2022- current)
- NSW Nurses and Midwives Association, Hunter ARCBS Branch President, 2009
- NSW Nurses and Midwives Association, Hunter ARCBS Branch Delegate, 2009
Higher Grade Duties
28/04/15, 29/05/15, Acting Clinical Nurse Specialist 2 (FT 38 Hours p/w), Hunter New England Area Health Service, 4 Edith Street, Waratah, NSW, In-patient and out-patient assessment for Relapse Prevention Program in a community setting, and ongoing individual case management. Co-ordinate group-based programs and provide education/counselling around substance use with view to long-term abstinence, maintenance and recovery. Liaison role between in-patient and community teams, and referral of clients to relevant support services.
Non Professional Affiliations
- Australian Red Cross Blood Service, Blood Donor
- Surf Life Saving Australia, Surf Life Saving Certificate
Disclaimer
The Curriculum Vitae is true and correct as of 2/3/2024.
Registration Information
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, NMW0001393680, Registered Nurse (Division 1)
Certification
Venesection/blood collection- certified August 2024
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse, MHICU (PPT 32hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, MHICU (PPT 32hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
11.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse, MH Covid Ward (FT 38hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
09.2021 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, MHSUS (PPT 32hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
10.2017 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse, MHSUS (FT 38hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
08.2016 - 09.2016
Acting Clinical Nurse Specialist 2 (FT 38 Hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
05.2015 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse, MHSUU (FT 38 Hrs P/w)
Hunter New England Health Service
08.2011 - 10.2024
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (PPT 20 Hrs P/w)
Australian Red Cross Blood Service
01.2007 - 07.2011
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (Casual)
Toronto Private Hospital
10.2006
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (PPT 32 Hrs P/w)
Anglican Care (Toronto Nursing Home)
03.2006 - 01.2007
Trainee Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (FT 38 Hrs P/w)
Anglican Care (Toronto Nursing Home, BDH, JHH)
02.2005 - 02.2006
Assistant in Nursing (PPT 20 Hrs P/w)
Anglican Care (Carey Bay Nursing Home)
10.2002 - 02.2005
Transitional New Graduate Nurse Program - Hunter New England Mental Health
Mater Hospital
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Newcastle
Certificate IV in Nursing (Enrolled Nurse) -
TAFE Hunter Institute
Open Foundation Program -
University of Newcastle
Certificate III in Care Support Services (Aged Care Work) - Nursing Assistant
Anglican Care (NSW Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board)
Higher School Certificate -
Kotara High School
Master of Mental Health Nursing -
University of Newcastle
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