Siobhán Cullen
Edenderry,County Offaly
Summary
Newly qualified Mental Health Nurse with a strong commitment to recovery-focused, person-centred care. Mature student who returned to education, bringing life experience, resilience, and excellent communication skills. Experienced in adult, older adult, community, and CAMHS mental health nursing through clinical placements and internship, including St Patrick's Mental Health Services. Skilled in therapeutic communication, risk assessment, care planning, and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Mental Health Nurse Intern
Department of Psychiatry
Portlaoise, Laois
2025.07 - 2025.09
- Responded promptly to mental health crises ensuring immediate intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team, ensured comprehensive patient care.
- Coordinated discharge planning process for smooth transition of patients into the community.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to identify specific patient needs.
- Administered prescribed medication; monitored side effects for safety assurance.
Mental Health Nurse Intern
The Maryborough Centre (Care of the Older Adult)
Portlaoise, Laois
2025.05 - 2025.07
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Mental Health Nurse Intern
St. Edna's Ward, Adult Mental Health
Mullingar, County Westmeath
2025.03 - 2025.05
- Devised individualised treatment plans for optimal results.
- Established rapport with patients to foster trust and open communication.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions that encouraged peer interaction and support.
Mental Health Nurse Intern
Admissions Unit, St. Loman's Hospital
Mullingar, County Westmeath
2025.01 - 2025.03
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team, ensured comprehensive patient care.
- Complied strictly with infection control measures preventing spread of diseases within facility.
- Conducted regular ward rounds; monitored progress and made necessary adjustments to care plans.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with patients, promoted mental wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Technological University of the Shannon, Midlands/Midwest
Athlone, County Westmeath 2021.09 - 2025.09
QQI Level 6 - Healthcare Supervisory Management
Inchicore College of Further Education
Dublin 2019.09 - 2020.05
QQI Level 5 - Nursing Studies
Tullamore Further Education and Training
Tullamore, County Offaly 2018.09 - 2019.05
Skills
- Safe medication administration
- Venipuncture
- Trauma-informed care
- De-escalation techniques
- Treatment planning
- Clinical documentation
- Biopsychosocial assessments
Accomplishments
Contributed to ward policy review, successfully implemented at St. Loman's Hospital
Professional Registration
- Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) – Registered Mental Health Nurse
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mental Health Nurse Intern
Department of Psychiatry
2025.07 - 2025.09
Mental Health Nurse Intern
The Maryborough Centre (Care of the Older Adult)
2025.05 - 2025.07
Mental Health Nurse Intern
St. Edna's Ward, Adult Mental Health
2025.03 - 2025.05
Mental Health Nurse Intern
Admissions Unit, St. Loman's Hospital
2025.01 - 2025.03
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Technological University of the Shannon, Midlands/Midwest
2021.09 - 2025.09
QQI Level 6 - Healthcare Supervisory Management
Inchicore College of Further Education
2019.09 - 2020.05
QQI Level 5 - Nursing Studies
Tullamore Further Education and Training
2018.09 - 2019.05