Isaac Duffin
Montrose,TAS
Summary
I am dedicated to bringing smiles to those around me and fostering a sense of pride among my colleagues. My core values of compassion, empathy, and dedication drive me to support the goals and mission of my workplace. I believe that even small actions can make a big difference in making the world a happier place, one day at a time.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Assistant for Operation/Surgical Theatres
Calvary Lenah Valley Hospital
01.2018 - Current
- Prepared operating rooms and sterilized instruments; assisted surgical teams by providing support during procedures and ensuring patient comfort pre- and post-surgery
- Maintain patient flow, delivering ward beds post operation
- Assist patients in recovery room alongside nursing staff
- Deliver patients to their rooms
- Aid in triage support and patient assessments; facilitated safe patient transport (e.g
- Ward, CT scans, X-rays) and manage clinical equipment and stock availability while assisting nursing staff with vital signs and care tasks
- Clean and make patient beds and trolleys
- Provide pathology runs to assist clinical staff
- Access confidential patient records to aid in admission for patients’ overnight stay
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions; supported rehabilitation efforts, assist in physiotherapy care, aiding patients to toilet/shower (helping them shower with consent), assist feeding medically ill and vulnerable patients, provide transport for CT scans and X-rays, and providing basic care for patients
- Assisted with monitoring critical care equipment and provided emotional support to patients and families; collaborated with medical teams for implementing treatment plans and adhering to infection control protocols
- Delivered compassionate patient care addressing physical and emotional needs; assisted with daily living activities, restocking of clinical equipment, and communicate effectively with families regarding patient updates and support where appropriate
- Support patient mobility and recovery by aiding in their recovery (assist in walking) and the use of orthopaedic equipment (e.g
- Frames and crutches); monitored progress and provided educational support on post-operative care
- Assist midwifes, doctors, new mothers and their infants with care; transport from delivery suit to operation theatres
- Prepared patients for imaging procedures and enforced safety protocols related to radiation exposure and assisted with patient care
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and ensured readiness of emergency equipment; facilitated the rapid and safe transport of patients requiring urgent interventions
- Provided continuous one-on-one support to vulnerable patients (e.g
- Dementia, delirium from anaesthesia or urinary tract infections, or aggression)
- Supported basic care needs of all residents under short-term post surgery care.
Coach and Judge of Competitive Trampolining (Casual)
Kingborough Sports Centre
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Supervising children of various ages through training sessions
- Teaching and coaching children in trampolining and double mini trampoline skills to encourage growth to higher levels
- Supporting children through the learning process, by focusing on confidence and safety within the trampolining environment, enabling them to develop skills
- Leadership through mentorship during trampolining lessons with children between the ages of 8- 12 years
- Trampoline and Double Mini trampoline routine judge during competitions
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Increased athlete''s skills development through individualized training plans based on each player''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Fostered positive and inclusive team environment, leading to increased team cohesion and morale.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing athletes with constructive feedback and setting clear goals for improvement.
- Enhanced players' strategic understanding, by conducting detailed video analysis sessions.
Vacation Care Worker (Casual)
Kingborough Sports Centre
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Supervising and developing a rapport with children between the ages of 6 – 14 years while participating in a range of activities
- Setting up the centre as well as packing away duties
- Ensuring children are in a safe, happy and professional environment and always providing support and encouragement
- Understanding the safety procedures and policies and when to follow them
- Being prompt and reliable to work and within the coordination of various groups of children throughout the centre
- Effective communication skills, team player and possess leadership skills
PASS Tutor
University of Tasmania
03.2018 - 06.2018
- PASS Tutor for students within the 1st year Geology courses
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
- Reviewed computer science class material with students to support discovery of correct answers to problems.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
- Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and able to contribute.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Sciences
University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS12.2024
Guilford Young College -
Guilford Young College
Glenorchy, TAS01.2016
Attended -
Saint Virgils’ College
Glenorchy, TAS01.2015
Skills
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Vital signs monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Basic life support certification
Accomplishments
Ability to speak spanish, home-owner, multitude of positive patient feeedback and awards from the hospital for positive recognition.
Certification
- Barrister and RSA Course, Royal Greenhill Institute of Technology (RGIT) Australia, 01/01/21
- Covid Vaccination, 05/01/21
- Flu Vaccine, 03/01/22
- Manual Handling, 01/01/25
- Basic Life Support, 01/01/24
- Working with Children registration, 837861426, 01/01/27
- Police clearance, 01/01/24
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 07/26/98
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
PASS Tutor
University of Tasmania
03.2018 - 06.2018
Hospital Assistant for Operation/Surgical Theatres
Calvary Lenah Valley Hospital
01.2018 - Current
Coach and Judge of Competitive Trampolining (Casual)
Kingborough Sports Centre
01.2016 - 12.2018
Vacation Care Worker (Casual)
Kingborough Sports Centre
01.2016 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Sciences
University of Tasmania
Guilford Young College -
Guilford Young College
Attended -
Saint Virgils’ College
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