Paris Lloyd
Melbourne
Summary
Senior Mental Health Nurse | Compassionate Leader | Collaborative Clinician
Dedicated and passionate senior mental health nurse with a strong foundation in therapeutic care, crisis management, and client assessment. I lead with authenticity, compassion, and optimism—empowering individuals and teams through honest communication and a practical, purpose-driven approach.
With a proven ability to navigate complex cases, I bring energy, integrity, and clarity to every challenge. My leadership is grounded in core values of honesty, respect, and collaboration, fostering supportive team cultures to deliver meaningful outcomes for both clients and staff.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mental Health Clinician (RPN4)
St Vincent’s
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered recovery-focused care using the Strengths Model to support client resilience.
- Prioritising building strong therapeutic relationships with consumers and families, supporting shared decision-making.
- Completed comprehensive mental health assessments with clear, timely documentation.
- Led community engagement and strengthened partnerships to support integrated care.
- Provided clinical leadership, mentoring staff and supporting governance standards.
- Coordinated inpatient admissions, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Precepted students and new clinicians, supporting development and confidence in practice.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic mental health care.
Case Manager (RPN3)- Rural & Remote
Albury Wodonga Health
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered holistic mental health care in a rural setting, providing therapeutic and psychosocial support with limited specialist input.
- Managed a complex caseload, including risk assessments, safety planning, and crisis response tailored to rural challenges.
- Promoted psychoeducation and advocacy to strengthen community supports and empower clients.
- Maintained person-centred care through strong therapeutic relationships, despite geographic and service limitations.
- Applied flexible, client-focused approaches to ensure responsive care within resource-constrained environments.
Case Manager (RPN3)
Barwon Health
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Delivered integrated mental health and AOD support within a recovery-oriented framework.
- Facilitated family-inclusive, client-led care in alignment with the Victorian Mental Health & Wellbeing Act.
- Fostered cross-sector collaboration to strengthen wraparound supports and continuity of care.
- Contributed to co-design initiatives aimed at improving service accessibility and consumer outcomes.
- Actively participated in service improvement and ongoing professional development.
Registered Nurse (RPN2)- Swanston Centre Adult Inpatient Unit
Barwon Health
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Developed key skills in a fast-paced adult inpatient unit, including administering psychiatric medications, crisis intervention, and de-escalation strategies.
- Demonstrated strong adaptability, quick learning, and effective time management to ensure high-quality, timely care delivery.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care, supporting a diverse range of individuals and ensuring personalized treatment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
TMS Mental Health Clinician
Neurocentrix
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Administered TMS therapy, ensuring ethical practice and optimized patient outcomes.
- Conducted mental state assessments and developed tailored care plans.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Mental Health Nursing
Australian Catholic University
01-2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
Deakin University
06.2021
Bachelor of Psychological Science - undefined
Deakin University
06.2021
Skills
- Strong time management and acuity-based prioritisation to deliver safe, efficient care in dynamic clinical settings
- Quick learner, adaptable
- Empathetic with a patient-centred approach
- Build strong rapport with consumers
- Upholds patient confidentiality and privacy standards
- Bright, bubbly personality that fosters a positive environment
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Strong leadership skills
- Stress management strategies
- Suicide risk assessment
- Clinical documentation
Timeline
Senior Mental Health Clinician (RPN4)
St Vincent’s
01.2025 - Current
Case Manager (RPN3)- Rural & Remote
Albury Wodonga Health
04.2024 - 12.2024
Case Manager (RPN3)
Barwon Health
08.2022 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse (RPN2)- Swanston Centre Adult Inpatient Unit
Barwon Health
01.2022 - 03.2023
TMS Mental Health Clinician
Neurocentrix
11.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Psychological Science - undefined
Deakin University
Graduate Diploma - Mental Health Nursing
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Nursing -
Deakin University
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