Ribika Shrestha
Donnybrook,VIC
Summary
Compassionate and driven Registered Nurse specialising in Mental Health Nursing, with nearly five years of experience in aged care delivering person-centred, holistic care that supports residents' wellbeing and independence. Recently completed a Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing and eager to transition into the mental health field. Passionate about applying and developing skills in mental health assessment, therapeutic communication, and recovery-focused care. Dedicated to providing safe, supportive, and evidence-based care while growing as a confident and capable mental health professional.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Estia Health
03.2021 - Current
- Act as the senior clinical lead after hours , providing oversight and direction to care staff and enrolled nurses across the facility.
- Conduct urgent and routine resident assessments , initiate appropriate interventions, and escalate to GPs or emergency services as required.
- Coordinate admissions, transfers and discharges after hours, ensuring all documentation, medication charts and care plans are up to date.
- Supervise and mentor staff on shift, delegate tasks effectively, manage workload, and provide clinical support or guidance in complex situations.
- Administer and verify medications (including S8/controlled drugs) and ensure safe storage, accurate counts and adherence to protocols.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation (progress notes, incident reports, restraint records, falls and wound management).
- Respond to emergencies such as deteriorating residents, falls, behavioural escalations, or environmental hazards, and coordinate the response team.
- Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards , infection control, WHS and organisational policies during after-hours operations.
- Act as the primary contact for residents, families, allied health and external providers after hours, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
- Participate in handover to the incoming shift/management , communicating significant changes, incidents and staffing issues.
Registered Nurse
Benetas
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive resident assessments and develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans in line with Aged Care Quality Standards and residents' rights.
- Administer and oversee medication rounds for residents, monitor for adverse reactions, initiate appropriate interventions and ensure safe storage and handling of medications.
- Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams (GPs, allied health professionals, care staff and families) to deliver holistic, person-centred care that maintains dignity, independence and quality of life.
- Maintain accurate resident records and documentation in electronic health systems (progress notes, incident reports, care plans) ensuring compliance with organisational policies and privacy regulations.
- Provide and supervise support for activities of daily living (ADLs) , mobility assistance and social engagement programs to promote wellbeing and prevent functional decline.
- Drive quality improvement initiatives, infection control practices, staff education and mandatory reporting to maintain a safe, compliant and supportive environment for residents and staff.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC01-2025
Bachelor of Nursing
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC01-2020
Diploma of Nursing
Skills Training Australia
Melbourne, VIC01-2018
Proficiency Certificate Level
FIshtail Nursing Campus
01-2014
Skills
- Care planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Family education
- Medication distribution
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Vaccine administration
- ADL assistance
- Staff supervision
Certification
- Registered Nurse-Ahpra Registration
- CPR & First Aid
- Infection Control & Hand Hygiene
- Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- NDIS Worker Screening / NDIS Orientation
- Police Clearance / National Police Check
PAST - WORK HISTORY
Registered Nurse, Aurrum Aged Care (Part-Time), Brunswick, Victoria
Registered Nurse, Dorothy Impey Home (Part-Time), Pascoe Vale
Registered Nurse , Mecwa Care Malvern Centre (Part-Time), Malvern
Registered Nurse, Western Health
Personal Care Worker (Medication Endorsed), The Ashley-Mc Kenzie
Aged Care (Part-Time), Reservoir
Customer Care, Foodworks, Fitzroy
Reference
Available on request
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Benetas
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Estia Health
03.2021 - Current
Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing
Victoria University
Bachelor of Nursing
Swinburne University of Technology
Diploma of Nursing
Skills Training Australia
Proficiency Certificate Level
FIshtail Nursing Campus