Noreen O’ Donoghue
Portmagee, Co. Kerry,Ireland
Summary
Dedicated and responsible Intellectual Disability Registered Nurse with 19 years of clinical experience in Intellectual Disability, Mental Health and Forensic Mental Health Nursing in Australia and Ireland. I have worked in a variety of healthcare environments across inpatient and community settings. Proven critical thinking skills, creative problem solver with a solution focused and person-centred approach to care with excellent communication skills. I pride myself on establishing therapeutic relationships with patients/clients and their families/carers. As well as positive working relationships with colleagues.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
GP Liaison Clinical Nurse Consultant – Mental Health
St George Mental Health Services
Sydney, Australia
01.2018 - 02.2025
- Provided coordinated mental health support across primary and secondary care
- Supported and educated consumers with complex mental and physical health needs aged 18–65
- Liaised with GPs to enhance mental health service delivery and facilitated integration between mental health and physical health care services
- Delivered education and support to GP’s and other health care providers regarding specific care needs for patients
- Supported consumers in their attendance with their GP, along with other medical or psychological appointments to ensure provision of consistent care
- Acted as Team Leader on two occasions covering maternity and relief for 10-12 months each instance
- Managed high caseload while leading clinical team
- Responsibilities included leading, directing and coordinating consumer care
- Collaborated on patient safety initiatives to maintain high care standards and ensure clinical efficiency
- Oversaw and streamlined business and management processes within multidisciplinary mental health team
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Mental Health
Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Services
Sydney, Australia
06.2015 - 01.2018
- Provided support, care and guidance to consumers with mental illnesses living in the community
- Provided recovery-oriented care by empowering clients to sustain mental health in community environments
- Worked closely with NGOs to ensure care plans supported individuals' self-identified life aspirations
- Delivered education on illnesses and medications to consumers, families, and carers
- Facilitated GP connection using holistic approach for comprehensive health monitoring
- Integrated case management skills with multidisciplinary team in mental health
Clinical Nurse Consultant - Mental Health
Prince of Wales Hospital
Randwick, Australia
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Secured secondment as Mental Health Clinical Nurse Consultant in Psychiatric Emergency Care within an emergency department
- Provided expert nursing assessments and crisis intervention for patients presenting with mental health conditions to the emergency department
- Provided strategic mental health consultation and support for emergency care staff
- Specialised in handling complex patient behaviours and coordinating bed flow outside business hours
Registered Nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health
The Forensic Hospital
Sydney, Australia
10.2010 - 06.2015
- Practised as Registered Nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist in Forensic Mental Health
- Delivered evidence-based therapeutic interventions to patients while ensuring safe and secure environments for staff, patients, families and visitors
- Conducted comprehensive mental health and risk assessments, Developed and implemented specific treatment and management plans
- Worked as an integral part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team
- Provided daily psycho-education and therapeutic activities for patient recovery
- Supported and educated Registered Nurses and new graduates in clinical practice
- Delivered training and assessments in Violence Prevention Management as a certified Trainer and Assessor
- Venepuncture trainer and assessor
- Clozapine Co-ordinator
Registered Nurse – Intellectual Disability
Global Advantage Nursing Agency
, Australia
11.2009 - 10.2010
- Worked as a registered nurse in Sydney group homes for individuals with intellectual disabilities
- Tailored care plans to individual needs, preferences and abilities
- Encouraged independence and decision making where possible
- Promoted nutrition, hygiene and physical activity
- Provided care for client requiring tracheostomy management
- I also worked in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre for women and their children
Staff Nurse – Intellectual Disability
COPE Foundation
Montenotte, Cork, Ireland
07.2006 - 10.2008
- Provided high-quality, tailored nursing care to individuals with intellectual disabilities
- Delivered flexibility to meet the changing needs of the clients.
- Collaborated with parents and families and the multidisciplinary team
- Oversaw daily activities and wellbeing of residents in semi-independent living accommodation
- Managed residents presenting intellectual disabilities and complex behaviours in a mental health care setting
- Showcased leadership and teamwork capabilities by managing client care and handling daily high-pressure challenges
- Enhanced operational and administrative capabilities by handling complex tasks as a staff nurse
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Intellectual Disability Nursing
University College Cork
Cork, County Cork 09.2002 - 06.2006
Honours Leaving Certificate - undefined
Colaiste na Sceilge Secondary School
Cahirciveen, Co. Kerry 01.1997 - 01.2001
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal and Communication skills
- Multi Disciplinary Consultation and Liaison
- Comprehensive Health Assessment experience
- Trauma informed and culturally competent
- Person centred and recovery approach
- Specialised knowledge in managing complex needs and behaviours
- Understanding of co-occurring conditions eg Intellectual Disability, Epilepsy, Mental Health Disorders, Drug and Alcohol
- Reliable, honest and trustworthy
- Non-judgemental
Accomplishments
- Eliminating Hep C in NSW by 2028 – Testing, Treatment & Prevention, 07/2023
- Aboriginal Health and Cultural Training, 03/2023
- Major Incident Medical Management Support – Disaster Team member, 03/2018
- Project Air-Clinical skills training for working with Personality Disorders, 04/2017
- Safeguarding yourself-Recognising and Responding to Vicarious Trauma, 03/2017
- Skills for CNC’s workshop, 11/2016
- KBIM-Keeping the Body in mind workshop, 09/2016
- CPR and First Aid Trainer and Assessor, 02/2016
- Child Protection- Mandatory Reporter training, 11/2015
- CETL- Clinical and Executive Team Leadership Program, 02/2015
- Violence Prevention Management (VPM) Trainer and Assessor, 01/2015
- Preceptor Development Workshop (updated), 10/2014
- Respecting the Difference, Aboriginal Health, 05/2014
- Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) Trainer’s course, 03/2013
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Trainer and Assessor, 05/2012
- Offending Issues; Managing Problem Behaviours, 02/2012
- Preceptor Development Program, 05/2011
- Mental Health Physical Examinations Skills Workshop, 12/2010
- Clinical Assessors Course in Training and Assessment (Cert IV), 10/2010
- Venepuncture Trainer and Assessor, 08/2010
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
GP Liaison Clinical Nurse Consultant – Mental Health
St George Mental Health Services
01.2018 - 02.2025
Clinical Nurse Consultant - Mental Health
Prince of Wales Hospital
05.2016 - 07.2016
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Mental Health
Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Services
06.2015 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health
The Forensic Hospital
10.2010 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse – Intellectual Disability
Global Advantage Nursing Agency
11.2009 - 10.2010
Staff Nurse – Intellectual Disability
COPE Foundation
07.2006 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science Degree - Intellectual Disability Nursing
University College Cork
09.2002 - 06.2006
Honours Leaving Certificate - undefined
Colaiste na Sceilge Secondary School
01.1997 - 01.2001
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