ben crowley

community mental health nurse

About

I don't fit any one "box" but have eclectic, diverse interests. Born and raised in London, but identify as Celtic. Emigrated to New Zealand in 1985. Returned to Europe in mid 90's to further post-graduate study, followed by 3 years living in the Middle East. Single, Gay male: independent but sociable, curious and interested. I hold diverse Nursing and Health Science undergraduate and post-graduate qualifications from University of Manchester and University of Auckland in the fields of Cancer Nursing, Addiction and Training. Currently engaged in furthering language acquisition at University of Auckland (Diploma in Languages - Italian and German). Strong sense of internal motivation and drive: equally happy in company of good friends and my family members who are also in New Zealand. Recently purchased property in Ngaruawahia in the heart of Waikato (Hobbit) country. A peaceful life...

Country

new zealand

City

auckland

Industry

health, wellness and fitness

Skill

oncology clinical research, addiction psychiatry, bone marrow transplantation, dual diagnosis, nursing, healthcare, clinical research, hospitals, inpatient, acute care, healthcare management, critical care, treatment, patient safety, education and training, bls, registered nurses

Experience

clinical nurse specialist

community alcohol & drug services

2016-3 - Present · 10 yrs 7 mos

registered nurse

the royal marsden nhs foundation trust

1993-9 - 1995-8 · 2 yrs

Two year post-graduate education for "Diploma in Cancer Nursing" (awarding body University of Manchester). Concurrent employment as "E" grade Staff Nurse. Rotational experience in diverse oncological units including malignancies of lung, lymphoma and sarcomas. Clinical specialty in second year focused entirely on testicular and multiple myeloma malignancies. Spectrum of care from high dose chemotherapy to palliative care

registered nurse

king faisal specialist hospital

1997-8 - 1999-8 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Nurse Intensivist. Pre, peri and post Bone Marrow Transplant care in adults, up to and including palliative cares. Administration of high dose chemotherapy and management of multiple venous access for administration of critical cares including total parenteral nutrition, blood products (including immunoglobulins, FFP et al) antibiotics/antimicrobials, diuretics, steroids. Responsible for total bodily system assessment on daily basis. Interpretation of clinical signs and symptoms. Participation in multi-disciplinary team review. Data management and recording of highly accurate and specific clinical information. Standardised and reverse barrier nursing. Acquisition of Arabic language pertinent to communication with clients and family members.

registered nurse

community alcohol and drug services

2001-1 - 2016-1 · 15 yrs 1 mo

Senior Clinician within a dedicated in-patient detoxification facility. Senior Preceptor and Mentor, including Acting Unit Charge Nurse Manager. Integrated educator and trainer, especially within pathophysiology of addiction and neurological science.

community mental health nurse

waikato district health board

2016-3 - Present · 10 yrs 7 mos

Waikato DHB's vision is to improve the health, independence and quality of life for the communities it serves by addressing the needs of the population and reducing health disparities.Waikato District Health Board (DHB) was formed in 2001. It is one of 20 district health boards established to plan, fund and provide health and disability services for their populations.