Vishwa Patel

• Delivered high-quality nursing care to elderly patients in both acute aged care and older adult mental health settings
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
• Co-ordinated several shifts, liaising with manager, bed-flow, performing staff allocations and responding to critical events as well as admission/discharges
• Administered medications, monitored patient responses, and ensured accurate documentation of care
• Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and their families, promoting a compassionate and empathetic care environment
• Assisted in managing complex behavioural and mental health situations, ensuring safety and well-being
• Actively contributed to patient discharge planning and coordination of ongoing care services
• Ensured compliance with the mental health act2014 and aged care standards
• Participated in ongoing professional development and contributed to team education and best practice initiatives
• Utilisation of Sunrise EMR for documentation
• Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
• Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.

• Hospitals worked: Royal Perth, Fiona Stanley, St John of God, King Edward Memorial, Perth Children’s, Fremantle, Charlies, Bentley and St James respite care
• Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments and developed individualized care plans
• Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions
• Provision of evidence-based psychoeducation and psychotherapeutic interventions, as appropriate
• Implemented therapeutic interventions and provided psychoeducation
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals and coordinated patient care
• Advocated for patients' rights and ensured they receive appropriate care
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation
• Responded to psychiatric emergencies and crises
• Provided education and support to patients and families
• Advocated for improvements in the mental health system
• Engaged in ongoing professional development activities

• Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments of older adult patients
• Co-ordinated multiple times on the ward including overseeing daily operations, ensuring patient safety, coordinating admissions and discharges, and fostering staff communication and collaboration
• Developed and implemented individualized care plans for older adults
• Mentored and conducted nurse-initiated self-care teaching group sessions
• Administered and monitored psychotropic medications, ensuring safety and efficacy
• Provided evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to older adults
• Managed challenging behaviours often associated with older adults
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals
• Offered guidance and education to families and caregivers
• Assessed and implemented safety measures for older adult patients
• Maintained accurate and detailed patient records
• Advocated for the rights and needs of older adults within the healthcare system
• Connected older adults with community resources and support services
• Demonstrated empathy and compassion in providing care to older adults
• Utilised PSOLIS program to assess, evaluate and assess risk of clients

• Worked across adult, secure (acute) adult and older adult mental health units
• Established a therapeutic relationship respectful of a person’s choices, experiences, and circumstances
• Regularly reviewed patient’s mental state and administered prescribed medication and monitoring side effects
• Systematically monitored and prompted management of cardiometabolic health
• Provision of evidence-based psychoeducation and psychotherapeutic interventions, as appropriate
• Collaborated and undertook case conferencing with GPs, allied health workers, psychiatrists and psychologists
• Attended to wound care management and monitoring for metabolic syndrome signs
• Developed and regularly reviewed Mental Health Treatment Plans in collaboration with the person experiencing the mental health issue, family, carers, GP, Psychiatrist and other agencies
• Maintained current and accurate records of assessment, treatment, progress and discharge which reflect a person’s needs
• Usage of Health of the Nation Outcomes Scale (HoNOS), HoNOS Child & Adolescent (HoNOSCA), Strengths & Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) and/or Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS21) to measure and monitor symptoms and provide feedback to the individual
• Facilitated group therapy sessions, providing a safe space for individuals to share experiences, gain insight, and build coping skills together effectively.

• Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
• Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
• Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
• Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.

Use sound healing instruments (e.g., singing bowls, gongs) to promote relaxation and healing.
- Apply knowledge of chakras and energy centers for effective therapy.
- Sense and respond to clients' emotional and physical states.
- Utilize breathwork and mindfulness to enhance healing.
- Tailor sessions to individual client needs.
- Demonstrate strong listening and communication skills.
- Apply basic anatomy knowledge to understand sound's impact on the body.
- Guide clients into deep meditation for healing.
- Integrate sound healing with other therapies like aromatherapy and Reiki.
- Maintain a professional, ethical, and confidential environment.