Mark Killeen
South Yarra
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 5+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to patients in various mental health facilities. Organised and dependable, demonstrating a high level of knowledge in mental health nursing always focusing on optimising quality of patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contact)
Henderson Healthcare
Clark Centre MHU, Armidale, NSW
04.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Casual/Agency)
Healthcare Australia
Malvern Private D&A Rehabilitation Centre
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Conducted withdrawal assessments and screenings to accurately identify client needs and appropriate levels of care required.
- Promoted a safe therapeutic environment that fostered trust between clients and counselors by setting clear boundaries and expectations.
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contact)
Henderson Healthcare
Acute Mental Health Unit, Ballarat Base Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among colleagues and patients alike.
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contact)
2XM Healthcare
Alice Springs, NT
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Managed challenging patient behaviours with patience and empathy, utilizing therapeutic interventions to help individuals regain control over their emotions.
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contact)
Healthcare Australia
Bega, MH IPU, South East Regional Hospital, NSW
04.2023 - 05.2023
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contract)
Healthcare Australia
Lismore Base Hospital, NNSW
10.2022 - 01.2023
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Casual)
Albert Road Clinic, Ramsay Healthcare
Melbourne, VIC
07.2022 - Current
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Full-time)
Health Service Executive, West
Adult Acute Mental Health Unit, UHG, Ireland
10.2018 - 01.2021
Education
BSc Hons in Nursing Science (Psychiatric) -
National University of Ireland, Galway
01.2018
No Degree - Addiction Treatment, Clinical Skills.
Yale University, -Free Online Module
Coursera, Online Learning Platform05.2024
Skills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Medication Management
- Administration of sub-cutaneous & intramuscular injections
- Active Listening & Motivational Interviewing skills
- De-escalation techniques / skills
- Assessing mental health and holistic care needs
- Basic risk assessment skills
Registration History
- AHPRA, 06/24/22 - Present. Registration no. NMW0002627694
- Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI), 11/10/18 - 10/01/21.
References
- Gloria Bower, Team Leader, Alice Springs Mental Health Unit, 6 Gap Road, The Gap, NT, 0870, (08) 8951 7777, gbower2@gmail.com
- Kay Jensen, Nurse Unit Manager, Bega Mental Health Unit, 4 Virginia Drive, Bega, NSW, 2550, 0264919999, 0407669678, Kaye.jensen@health.nsw.gov.au
- Louise Moore, Nurse Unit Manager, Ballarat Acute Adult Mental Health Unit, 1 Drummond Street North, Ballarat, VIC, 3350, (03) 53204000, 0447249674, Louise.moore@gh.org.au
Timeline
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contact)
Henderson Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Casual/Agency)
Healthcare Australia
03.2024 - 03.2024
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contact)
Henderson Healthcare
10.2023 - 12.2023
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contact)
2XM Healthcare
06.2023 - 08.2023
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contact)
Healthcare Australia
04.2023 - 05.2023
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Contract)
Healthcare Australia
10.2022 - 01.2023
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Casual)
Albert Road Clinic, Ramsay Healthcare
07.2022 - Current
Mental Health Staff Nurse (Full-time)
Health Service Executive, West
10.2018 - 01.2021
BSc Hons in Nursing Science (Psychiatric) -
National University of Ireland, Galway
No Degree - Addiction Treatment, Clinical Skills.
Yale University, -Free Online Module