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Iona Clarkson

Sawtell

Summary

Knowledgeable Assistant In Nursing / Personal Carer with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records and collaborating with healthcare teams.

Aside from my professional and educational experience I have 25 years of personal experience caring for my late younger brother who had a Brain Tumor and consequently brain and nerve damage, as well as my late father who had Marfans Syndrome, a heart transplant, a broken hip, and a bleed on the brain. I lived with and cared for my father up until he passed in November 2024. Additionally, my own son is diagnosed as Level 1 Autistic and ADHD, I have a vast amount of experience with loved ones and working with people with disabilities and who need extra care from someone empathetic to assist in daily living tasks.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Night Duty Manager

North Coast Football
06.2024 - 10.2025
  • Coordinated effective communication between day and night shifts, facilitating seamless handovers and continuity in hotel operations.
  • Improved player satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving concerns during night shifts.
  • Provided professional First Aid care to players during times of injury.
  • Led by example in maintaining a professional demeanour and upholding the highest standards of conduct, fostering a culture of accountability and integrity among team members.

Historic Institutional Child Sex Abuse Paralegal

Just Law Group
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.

Maritime Hospitality Services Operator

Royal Australian Navy
04.2012 - 04.2013
  • Maintained detailed records of service operations for future reference and analysis purposes.
  • Proactively identified potential issues, resolving them before they escalated into larger problems.
  • Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
  • Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
  • Improved emergency response readiness with regular training in firefighting techniques, damage control measures, and first aid procedures.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently when necessary, providing first aid and following school protocols.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Southern Cross University
Coffs Harbour
02-2028

Skills

  • Patient charting
  • Safety standards
  • Environmental control
  • Patient care
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Feeding assistance
  • Patient transport
  • Data entry

Certification

  • First Aid Certificate
  • Drivers Licence
  • Cert III Nursing equivalent
  • Currently Bachelor of Nursing Student


Interests

  • Enjoy participating in a local Pilates for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Hiking
  • Surfing
  • Soccer
  • Reading
  • Acting and Theatre
  • Drawing and painting
  • Photgraphy

Timeline

Night Duty Manager

North Coast Football
06.2024 - 10.2025

Historic Institutional Child Sex Abuse Paralegal

Just Law Group
02.2022 - 08.2022

Maritime Hospitality Services Operator

Royal Australian Navy
04.2012 - 04.2013

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Southern Cross University
Iona Clarkson