Krystal Almaraz
1/64 Electric St Broadmeadows,Victoria
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in dual diagnosis care, currently working within a residential rehabilitation unit at Western Health. Skilled in providing holistic, trauma-informed care to clients with complex mental health and substance use needs. Passionate about supporting clients through their recovery journey using evidence-based interventions, motivational interviewing, and harm minimisation strategies. Committed to collaborative practice, person-centred care, and contributing to quality improvement in alignment with Western Health’s Best Care framework and policies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Grad Plus Nurse
Westside Lodge- Western Health
02.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive mental health and substance use assessments, including MSEs and risk evaluations
- Support clients through withdrawal stabilisation, medication management, and engagement in structured rehab programs
- Build therapeutic, trauma-informed relationships to promote recovery and reduce relapse risk
- Deliver psychoeducation and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualised care plans
- Monitor progress, respond to behavioural crises, and contribute to treatment planning and discharge processes
- Advocate for culturally safe, inclusive care and participate in reflective practice and ongoing professional development
Graduate Registered Nurse
CRWU - Western Health
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Conduct withdrawal assessments (e.g. AWS, COWS) and administer medications in accordance with Western Healths unit protocols
- Provide trauma-informed, person-centred care to clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions
- Educate clients on withdrawal symptoms, harm reduction, and recovery strategies
- Use de-escalation and motivational interviewing to support engagement and reduce relapse risk
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and handovers while upholding ethical and culturally safe practice
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies, including overdose and seizures.
Graduate Registered Nurse
2A - Acute Aged Care- Western Health
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Provide comprehensive care to older adults with complex and acute health needs
- Monitor for deterioration, administer medications, and manage wounds and symptoms
- Support patients with dementia, delirium, and behavioural concerns using person-centred care
- Communicate effectively with families and the multidisciplinary team
- Ensure accurate documentation and uphold infection control and safety standards
Enrolled Nurse
2A - Sunshine Campus - Western Health
12.2022 - 02.2024
Graduate Enrolled Nurse
2A - Sunshine Campus -Western Health
09.2022 - 12.2022
Graduate Enrolled Nurse
1B- Surgical - Western Health
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Prepare patients for surgery and support post-operative recovery and monitoring
- Administer medications, manage wounds and drains, and monitor for surgical complications
- Provide education on post-operative care, pain management, and discharge instructions
- Document assessments and collaborate with the surgical team to ensure coordinated care
- Maintain strict infection control and contribute to staff support and quality improvement initiatives
Education
Grad Plus Program -
Western Health
02-2026
Registered Nurse Graduate Program -
Western Health
Melbourne, VIC02-2025
Bachelor of Nursing -
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC12-2023
Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program -
Western Health
Melbourne, VIC12-2022
Diploma of Nursing -
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC12-2021
Skills
- PICC line competent
- BLS
- IV cannulation
- Venepuncture
- Mental Health & AOD Nursing (Dual Diagnosis focus)
- Withdrawal assessments (AWS, COWS)
- Trauma-informed, recovery-oriented practice
- Therapeutic engagement
- Cultural safety & sensitivity
- Collaborative discharge planning & continuity of care
- De-escalation techniques & behavioural support
- Clinical documentation & EMR
- Infection prevention & hand hygiene compliance
- Quality improvement & reflective practice
- Blood product transfusions
Timeline
Grad Plus Nurse
Westside Lodge- Western Health
02.2025 - Current
Graduate Registered Nurse
CRWU - Western Health
08.2024 - 02.2025
Graduate Registered Nurse
2A - Acute Aged Care- Western Health
02.2024 - 08.2024
Enrolled Nurse
2A - Sunshine Campus - Western Health
12.2022 - 02.2024
Graduate Enrolled Nurse
2A - Sunshine Campus -Western Health
09.2022 - 12.2022
Graduate Enrolled Nurse
1B- Surgical - Western Health
06.2022 - 09.2022
Grad Plus Program -
Western Health
Registered Nurse Graduate Program -
Western Health
Bachelor of Nursing -
Victoria University
Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program -
Western Health
Diploma of Nursing -
Victoria University
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