CLAIRE STEWART
Lauderdale
Summary
Highly motivated and eager to take on new challenges, I am proven to be adaptable to new and changing work environments. With a background in providing care for animals and supporting clients, I bring many relevant skills to the field of education and am passionate about positively impacting students' learning experiences.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Nurse
Bonorong Wildlife Hospital
Brighton
09.2023 - Current
- In this role I work alongside a Veterinarian to assist the with the assessment and treatment of sick and injured wildlife patients that are rescued and brought into the sanctuary.
- Responsibilities include calm handling of a variety of species, assisting with diagnostics, surgery and euthanasia as well as cleaning and administration tasks.
Veterinary Nurse
Thylacine Lutruwita
Mornington
06.2021 - 08.2023
- In this role I was responsible for assisting with the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of native wildlife patients and worked as part of a team responsible for the operation of a feline desexing program.
- Performed tasks relating to surgical procedures, assisting with diagnostics, caring for inpatients and cleaning and sterilising to ensure patient, client and staff safety.
- Responsible for recording observations and measurements to maintain accurate medical records and communicating findings.
- Provided excellent customer service support and education to clients.
Veterinary Nurse
Hobart Community Veterinary Hospital
Lenah Valley
09.2019 - 06.2021
- In this position I performed a wide variety of tasks as part of a large team where I worked under Veterinarian direction.
- Responsibilities included caring for sick and injured patients, administering medications, surgical assistance tasks and maintaining accurate medical records by recording observations, measurements and patient histories.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable and friendly service.
Veterinary Nurse
Lort Smith Animal Hospital
North Melbourne
05.2017 - 09.2019
- Here I worked within a very large veterinary team that provides emergency, inpatient, surgical and consultative care for small animals.
- In this role I was responsible for performing a wide variety of jobs including nursing sick and injured hospital and ICU patients, triaging and treating emergency cases, surgical tasks and providing nurse consultations as well as cleaning, administration and billing.
Veterinary Nurse
The Lost Dog’s Home
North Melbourne
01.2013 - 05.2017
- At The Lost Dog’s Home I worked within both the Shelter Medicine Team, looking after stray animals in care at the home and the Veterinary Clinic team.
- My responsibilities included all tasks associated with performing surgical procedures and providing treatment for sick and injured patients. My role also included assisting with physical and behavioural assessments and euthanasia.
- Provided high level of customer service and education to clients.
Venue Manager
The Windsor Castle Hotel
Windsor
04.2011 - 03.2013
- In this role I was responsible for all operational management of the business.
- Responsibilities included hiring, rostering and supervising staff, stock control, financial reporting as well as implementing new ideas and procedures to optimize success of the business.
- Planned and oversaw events and assisted with crowd control.
- Co-ordinated vendors and liased with police and council representatives.
- Focus on building community connections and providing high level of customer satisfaction including resolving issues.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals and underwent training of staff.
Education
Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing -
The Australian College of Veterinary Nursing
01.2016
Bachelor of Commerce -
Monash University
Clayton, VIC05.2006
VCE -
Strathcona Baptist Girls Grammar School
Canterbury, VIC11.2001
Skills
- Works harmoniously within a team
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Careful attention to detail
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Quick to learn and apply new skills
- High standard of maintaining a clean work environment
- Good organization and time management
- Works well under direction or independently
References
Dr Jackie Bice 0448 733 084 (Veterinarian Bonorong / Hobart Community Veterinary Hospital)
Dr Chloe Hawthorne 0467 559 595 (Veterinarian Hobart Community Veterinary Hospital)
Timeline
Veterinary Nurse
Bonorong Wildlife Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Veterinary Nurse
Thylacine Lutruwita
06.2021 - 08.2023
Veterinary Nurse
Hobart Community Veterinary Hospital
09.2019 - 06.2021
Veterinary Nurse
Lort Smith Animal Hospital
05.2017 - 09.2019
Veterinary Nurse
The Lost Dog’s Home
01.2013 - 05.2017
Venue Manager
The Windsor Castle Hotel
04.2011 - 03.2013
Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing -
The Australian College of Veterinary Nursing
Bachelor of Commerce -
Monash University
VCE -
Strathcona Baptist Girls Grammar School