PAULINA LATRACH MARTÍNEZ
South Yarra,Australia
Summary
Experienced Chilean-trained nurse with 8 years of clinical experience across critical care, palliative care and ambulatory oncology settings. Strong background in patient care, coordination, multidisciplinary care, communication and working in high-pressure environments. Relocated to Melbourne and subsequently took a career break to focus on family responsibilities, while completing further education in breastfeeding and complementary feeding. I am a reliable, adaptable and people-focused professional with strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail and experience working independently and as part of a team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Coordinator – Ambulatory Oncology Platform
Centro Clínico del Cáncer, Clínica Las Condes
Santiago, Chile
12.2016 - 10.2018
- Coordinated nursing care and patient flow within an ambulatory oncology setting.
- Supported patients receiving ongoing treatment and liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Provided clinical information, patient education and support to patients and families throughout their care journey.
- Prioritized nursing activities and coordinated care in a busy outpatient environment.
Nurse Coordinator
Palliative Care Unit, Clínica Las Condes
Santiago, Chile
02.2015 - 11.2016
- Coordinated nursing care for patients requiring palliative and supportive care, ensuring holistic management of needs.
- Collaborated with medical and allied health professionals to deliver comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Communicated care needs to patients and families, facilitating continuity of care and informed decision-making.
Clinical Nurse
Critical Care Unit, Clínica UC San Carlos de Apoquindo
Santiago, Chile
02.2011 - 02.2015
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to critically ill adult patients in the critical care unit, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient conditions and executed nursing interventions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for effective clinical management.
- Prioritized tasks and exercised clinical judgment in a high-acuity environment, maintaining high standards of patient safety and care.
Sales Assistant & Cashier (Part-time)
Boutique Caprichos
, Chile
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Managed the cash register and processed cash and card transactions accurately.
- Delivered customer service by assisting customers with clothing and product selection to enhance shopping experience.
- Contributed to sales and maintained stock organization, merchandising, and daily store operations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Worked part-time throughout university, demonstrating reliability, time management and strong customer-facing communication.
Co-Founder
AYNI Collective
07.2026 - Current
- Developed and delivered culturally sensitive education and support for Spanish-speaking families during pregnancy and postpartum period, enhancing access to vital resources.
- Led community initiative supporting Spanish-speaking families in Melbourne with childbirth preparation and breastfeeding education.
- Collaborated on educational resources and workshops for birth preparation, breastfeeding, and early parenthood, while fostering community engagement and knowledge sharing.
Founder / Owner
Andes Collection
05.2026 - Current
- Founded a small business offering Chilean products to customers in Australia, promoting cultural goods.
- Managed product sourcing, customer service, sales, social media, and inventory—overseeing daily operations to enhance customer experience.
- Coordinated orders with suppliers and customers for timely delivery, managed pricing, events, and market stall activities to strengthen brand presence.
Education
Breastfeeding Advisor - Breastfeeding and Complementary Feeding / BLW
EDULACTA
01-2021
Nursing Degree - Enfermera
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Chile01-2010
Skills
- Patient care coordination and clinical support
- Critical care and complex patient management
- Palliative and supportive care
- Ambulatory oncology services
- Patient and family communication
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Clinical documentation and care planning
- Prioritization and organization in high-pressure environments
- Breastfeeding and complementary feeding education
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) / clinical research fundamentals
- Patient education
Personal Information
- Title: Registered Nurse (Chile) | Healthcare & Clinical Coordination
- Nationality: Chilean
Certification
2014 | American Heart Association (AHA) – Clínica Dávila, Santiago, Chile
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 2018 | American Heart Association / Clínica Las Condes
Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS), 2017 | Clínica Las Condes
Good Clinical Practice in Clinical Research
Languages
Languages: Spanish (native) and English (professional working proficiency).
CAREER BREAK & RELOCATION
2019 – Present | Melbourne, Australia – Relocated to Australia and took a career break to focus on family responsibilities. During this period, maintained an interest in maternal and child health and completed formal education in breastfeeding and complementary feeding.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Australian citizen.
- Nursing qualification obtained in Chile; not currently registered with AHPRA.
- References available on request.
Timeline
Co-Founder
AYNI Collective
07.2026 - Current
Founder / Owner
Andes Collection
05.2026 - Current
Nurse Coordinator – Ambulatory Oncology Platform
Centro Clínico del Cáncer, Clínica Las Condes
12.2016 - 10.2018
Nurse Coordinator
Palliative Care Unit, Clínica Las Condes
02.2015 - 11.2016
Clinical Nurse
Critical Care Unit, Clínica UC San Carlos de Apoquindo
02.2011 - 02.2015
Sales Assistant & Cashier (Part-time)
Boutique Caprichos
01.2005 - 01.2010
Breastfeeding Advisor - Breastfeeding and Complementary Feeding / BLW
EDULACTA
Nursing Degree - Enfermera
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile