Angitha Antony
Milford,New Zealand
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Nurse with over 4 years of experience at Northshore hospital on Mental Health Ward 12, Kingsley Mortimer Unit, specializing in older adult mental health care. Background includes over 7 years of overseas experience in maternity care in Middle East and India. Skilled in delivering patient-centered care, risk assessment, de-escalation techniques, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Committed to safeguarding, advocacy, and the promotion of mental well-being.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Nurse
Northshore Hospital
Auckland
07.2021 - Current
- Provide comprehensive care to older adults experiencing acute mental health crises.
- Carry out mental state assessments, risk assessments, and care planning.
- Administer medication and monitor patient response in accordance with Mental health act guidelines.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and occupational therapists.
- Participate in ward rounds, safeguarding meetings, and care reviews.
- Support families and carers with education and communication.
- Providing patient and staff education and support role for new staff.
- Contributed to the reduction of restrictive interventions on the ward.
- Actively involved in quality improvement projects relating to patient engagement.
Registered Nurse – Maternity Ward
Kings College Hospital
Dubai, UAE
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: Located in Dubai, UAE.
- Provided pre- and postnatal care to mothers and newborns.
- Assisted in labour and delivery; supported obstetricians in emergency and elective procedures.
- Conducted antenatal classes and emotional support sessions.
- Ensured documentation and care adhered to international best practices.
- Worked with multicultural teams and developed strong cross-cultural communication skills.
- Located in Dubai, UAE.
- Recognised for compassionate care and leadership during high-volume shifts.
- Participated in breastfeeding promotion and maternal mental health support initiatives.
Registered Nurse – Maternity Ward
Aster Hospital
Dubai, UAE
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: Located in Dubai, UAE.
- Provided pre- and postnatal care to mothers and newborns.
- Assisted in labour and delivery; supported obstetricians in emergency and elective procedures.
- Conducted antenatal classes and emotional support sessions.
- Ensured documentation and care adhered to international best practices.
- Worked with multicultural teams and developed strong cross-cultural communication skills.
- Located in Dubai, UAE.
- Recognised for compassionate care and leadership during high-volume shifts.
- Participated in breastfeeding promotion and maternal mental health support initiatives.
Registered Nurse – Orthopedic Out Patient Clinic
Orthopedics Clinic Burdubai
Dubai, UAE
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Company Overview: Located in Dubai, UAE.
- Assess new patients, monitoring existing patient’s conditions.
- Provide treatments such as dressing changes and administering medications as ordered by the physician.
- Provide care to patients who have recently undergone surgery.
- Monitoring and recording vital signs, monitoring the surgical site and informing doctors of any changes with the patient’s condition.
- Located in Dubai, UAE.
Registered Nurse – Maternity Ward
Palace Hospital
Potta, India
10.2014 - 09.2015
- Company Overview: Located in Potta, Kerala, India.
- Provided pre- and postnatal care to mothers and newborns.
- Assisted in labour and delivery; supported obstetricians in emergency and elective procedures.
- Conducted antenatal classes and emotional support sessions.
- Ensured documentation and care adhered to international best practices.
- Worked with multicultural teams and developed strong cross-cultural communication skills.
- Located in Potta, Kerala, India.
- Recognised for compassionate care and leadership during high-volume shifts.
- Participated in breastfeeding promotion and maternal mental health support initiatives.
Registered Nurse – Maternity Ward
Dhanya Mission Hospital
Potta, India
03.2011 - 07.2012
- Company Overview: Located in Potta, Kerala, India.
- Provided pre- and postnatal care to mothers and newborns.
- Assisted in labour and delivery; supported obstetricians in emergency and elective procedures.
- Conducted antenatal classes and emotional support sessions.
- Ensured documentation and care adhered to international best practices.
- Worked with multicultural teams and developed strong cross-cultural communication skills.
- Located in Potta, Kerala, India.
- Recognised for compassionate care and leadership during high-volume shifts.
- Participated in breastfeeding promotion and maternal mental health support initiatives.
Education
Masters in Social Work - Medical & Psychiatric social work
De – Paul Institute of Science & Technology
India01.2014
Bachelors in Nursing -
Sarvodaya college of nursing
India01.2010
Skills
- Acute Mental Health Care
- Risk Assessment & Care Planning
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Advocacy
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Crisis Intervention
- De-escalation Techniques
Additional Training And Certifications
- Safe Practice and Effective Communication (SPEC)
- IV Cannulation
- Risk Assessment and Safety Planning
- First aid and CPR
References
Caroline Blackwell, Charge Nurse Manager, Ward 12, Kings Mortley Unit, Northshore Hospital, Caroline.Blackwell@waitematadhb.govt.nz, 021726597
Timeline
Mental Health Nurse
Northshore Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse – Maternity Ward
Kings College Hospital
03.2019 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse – Maternity Ward
Aster Hospital
06.2017 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse – Orthopedic Out Patient Clinic
Orthopedics Clinic Burdubai
03.2016 - 04.2017
Registered Nurse – Maternity Ward
Palace Hospital
10.2014 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse – Maternity Ward
Dhanya Mission Hospital
03.2011 - 07.2012
Masters in Social Work - Medical & Psychiatric social work
De – Paul Institute of Science & Technology
Bachelors in Nursing -
Sarvodaya college of nursing
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