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Naleen Manoranjith Michael

Parramatta,NSW

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Nurse Unit Manager (Full-time)Clinical Nurse Specialist (Full-time)Registered Nurse (Casual)Registered Nurse (Full-time)New Graduate Registered Nurse (Full-time)

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Parramatta, NSW, AU
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

45000/yr - 200000/yr

Summary

A highly motivated mental health nursing professional with over 10 years of clinical and leadership experience. I bring strong capability in managing multidisciplinary teams, driving service improvements, and delivering safe, patient‑centred care. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, I strive to enhance mental health services through evidence‑based practice, compassionate leadership, and a focus on quality outcomes. I aim to leverage my expertise to strengthen healthcare excellence, support staff wellbeing, and uphold the highest standards of empathy and clinical integrity.

Overview

1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Unit Manager (Full-time)

The Hills Private Hospital
Baulkham Hills, NSW 2150
06.2022 - Current
  • Led nursing team and allied health team to enhance patient care standards and operational efficiency.
  • Ensure excellence in patient care, safety, and accreditation compliance
  • Mentored and trained nursing staff both nursing and allied health team fostering professional development and teamwork.
  • Coordinated patient admissions and discharge processes, both inpatient and out patient ensuring seamless transitions of care.
  • Developed and implemented unit-specific protocols to improve clinical outcomes and developed local policies and protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address complex patient needs effectively, discharge planning and follow up care.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Managed staffing schedules to optimize resource allocation and maintain quality care delivery.
  • Analyzed patient data trends to identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions.
  • Oversaw recruitment efforts within the nursing unit, selecting highly skilled candidates who would contribute positively to the team dynamic.
  • Raised staff retention rates by fostering a positive work culture focused on professional growth and development.
  • Enhanced patient and family engagement to improve satisfaction and support during treatment, consistently exceeding national benchmark scores in Healthscope mental health settings.
  • Managed budgetary concerns within the nursing unit, carefully allocating resources and controlling costs.
  • Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic medical records systems. Supported clinical documentation audits by providing well-organized records. Received positive feedback from official visitors regarding documentation quality.
  • Participated in community outreach events to promote awareness of available healthcare services and encourage preventative measures among local residents.
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
  • Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care through incident reporting system.
  • Evaluated inpatient and outpatient program structures and executed new initiatives with allied team to address cohort patient needs and implemented carers group.
  • Fostered connections with visiting and referring medical officers to support organizational growth initiatives.

Clinical Nurse Specialist (Full-time)

The Hills Private Hospital
499, Windsor Road, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153
05.2017 - 06.2022
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans to optimize health outcomes and changed the primary nursing care model to team nuring model
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment protocols.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety measures.
  • Served as a clinical expert resource for fellow nurses, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on ongoing learning and growth.
  • Provided specialized consultation services for complex cases, effectively addressing unique patient needs.
  • Conducted educational sessions for nursing staff on evidence-based practices.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies as necessary.
  • Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
  • Advocated for patients' physical, psychosocial, developmental, spiritual and emotional needs during planning.
  • Responded to behavioral and medical crises codes.
  • Oversaw admissions and discharges and scheduling of nursing staff.
  • Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.
  • Monitored and maintained clinical supplies, materials and inventory.

Registered Nurse (Casual)

The Kellyville Private Hospital (casual)
06.2016 - 05.2017

Registered Nurse (Full-time)

The Hills Private Hospital
499. Windsor Road, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2150
05.2016 - 05.2017
  • Monitored patient vital signs to assess health status and respond to changes.
  • linary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient treatment strategies and outcomes.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in psychiatric care settings.
  • Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations at the psychiatric facility, sharing knowledge and expertise while promoting their professional growth.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

New Graduate Registered Nurse (Full-time)

The Hills Private Hospital
499, Windsor Road, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153
05.2015 - 05.2016
  • Acquired extensive clinical experience through rotations in mental health and rehabilitation wards, specializing in orthopedic, neuro, and reconditioning patient management.
  • Acquired essential practical skills for acute medical and surgical nursing through comprehensive training at Norwest Private Hospital.
  • Acquired comprehensive knowledge and skills to uphold registered nurse practice standards.

Education

Masters of Mental Health Nursing - Psychiatric Nursing

The University of Western Sydney
Parramatta, NSW
01-2024

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

University of Tasmania
Sydney, NSW
04-2015

Diploma of Management - Management

TAFE NSW
Blacktown, NSW
12-2012

Skills

  • Clinical leadership
  • Medical documentation
  • Clinical assessment
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Work Planning and Prioritization

    APHRA Registration details:

  • NMW0001961951 valid up to 31/5/ 2026
  • Working with children no;

  • WWC0411503E valid updo 20/6/2029
  • Australian College of Mental Health Nurses Membership no:

Certification

Amplify Your Leadership-Healthscope Leadership Academy 2025 Certificate of Accreditation- rTMS for depression, OCD and New Developments- neurocare academy-2024 SMART Recovery Facilitator Training-SMART Recovery 2017

AWARDS

"Leader of the year"- The Hills Private 2025

"DON Appreciation and Recognition Award"- The Hills Private 2024

"Excellence in Team Work and Integrity"- Staff Star Awards- The Hills Private Hospital 2019

"Excellence in Excellence In Leadership and Customer Service" - Staff Star Awards- The Hills Private Hospital 2017

Timeline

Nurse Unit Manager (Full-time)

The Hills Private Hospital
06.2022 - Current

Clinical Nurse Specialist (Full-time)

The Hills Private Hospital
05.2017 - 06.2022

Registered Nurse (Casual)

The Kellyville Private Hospital (casual)
06.2016 - 05.2017

Registered Nurse (Full-time)

The Hills Private Hospital
05.2016 - 05.2017

New Graduate Registered Nurse (Full-time)

The Hills Private Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2016

Masters of Mental Health Nursing - Psychiatric Nursing

The University of Western Sydney

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

University of Tasmania

Diploma of Management - Management

TAFE NSW
Naleen Manoranjith Michael