Adept at comprehensive patient assessments and sanitation practices, I significantly enhanced client satisfaction and animal health at Greencross Biggera Waters. My expertise in medication administration and effective patient prioritization, coupled with a proven ability to foster client interactions, drives superior care and service standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
self employed
Gold Coast , Qld
09.2022 - Current
Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning.
Actively encouraged service users to make decisions about their own lives where appropriate.
Provided guidance and support to families of clients, offering resources and advice.
Encouraged service users to participate in social activities that promoted their physical health and mental wellbeing.
Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' well-being.
Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation.
Organised leisure activities for clients in the community.
Supported clients with mobility needs, including the use of wheelchairs and transfers.
Engaged clients in activities aimed at promoting physical and mental stimulation.
Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
Tranee Vet Nurse
Greencross Biggera Waters
Biggera Waters, Qld
01.2024 - 08.2025
Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
Restocked examination rooms with necessary supplies.
Recommended vitamins and supplements, dental cleaning, flea control, geriatric care and dietary measures to support optimal health.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
Instructed pet owners on proper home care following treatment instructions.
Supervised vet techs and scheduled appointments.
Organised appointments for patients based on availability of staff members.
Provided support to veterinarians during examinations and surgeries.
Assisted with diagnostic assessments by collecting samples and running basic tests.
Assisted senior veterinary nurses in the care of animals, including feeding and bathing.
Controlled bleeding by cleaning and dressing animals' wounds.
Handled animals with care to minimise stress levels during treatments.
Cleaned cages and kennels daily.
Adhered to all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
Monitored vital signs such as temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and cardiac output.
Receptionist/Vet Nurse
Animal Emergancy Center
Vasity Lakes, Qld
09.2024 - 01.2025
Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.
Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
Managed company database and ensured the accuracy of contact information.
Scheduled and confirmed appointments, managing a complex calendar for multiple staff members.
Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
Answered multi-line telephone with polite tone of voice to provide general information and answer inquiries.
Processed customer payments using cash registers or point-of-sale terminals according to company policies and procedures.
Maintained client accounts by obtaining, recording and updating personal and financial information.
Participated in emergency response drills and maintained knowledge of safety procedures.
Asked probing questions to understand concerns, answer questions and give guidance.
Stocked supplies in examining rooms and restocked after each appointment was completed.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
Veterinary Nurse
THE ARK ANIMAL HOSPITAL
04.2021 - 07.2021
Assessing the animal's condition
Monitoring vital signs
Cleaning wounds
Collecting samples for tests
Restraining animals for examination or surgical procedures
Answering to pet owner inquiries
Animal behavior knowledge
Clinical skills
Recordkeeping
Triage incoming patients
Regular clinic cleaning duties
Caring and treating Australian native wildlife
Trainee Vet Nurse
DR PAWS ALTONA NORTH
Altona North, Australia
01.2020 - 01.2021
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment, and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors, and maintain healthy environment
Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition
Answered owners' animal health questions and educated on healthy animal care practices
Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care
Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian
Administered medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
Monitored up to 5 animals in post-operative care unit for anesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels
Inoculated animals to prevent various diseases, including rabies and distemper
Monitored urine and fecal output, completed weight checks and observed appetite during feeding
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture
Cared for animals’ pre-surgery, including administering anesthetics
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures
Processed financial transactions for clients
Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives, and injectable or inhalant anesthetics
Property Manager
BURNHAM REAL ESTATE
Footscray, Australia
04.2018 - 06.2018
Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes
Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes
Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep
Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs, and capital improvement projects
Kept records accurate, detailed and fully compliant with reporting requirements to meet all state, local and federal housing requirements
Maintained current contract files as prescribed by company contract policies and procedures
Communicated with landlord regarding building and tenant issues
Communicated regularly with key on- and off-site tenant contacts to achieve satisfaction with facility and services
Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures
Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify any required repairs
Introduced and monitored effective lease renewal programs to maintain high occupancy rates
Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues
Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen and other support services as needed
Assistant Property Manager
BORAN REAL ESTATE
Sunshine, Australia
04.2017 - 03.2018
Detailed and promoted specifics of accommodations during tours of vacant condominiums for prospective clients
Conducted property showings to highlight features, answer questions and redirect concerns to close contracts
Escalated any major issues to property manager for immediate remediation
Inspected common areas for cleanliness and notified maintenance of overflowing trash
Kept records accurate, detailed and fully compliant with reporting requirements to meet all state, local and federal housing requirements
Showed apartments to potential tenants and answered questions regarding community
Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs and capital improvement projects
Kept accurate records of all resident and tenant correspondence
Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes
Assessed property every 6 months, compiled information and wrote reports regarding findings for submission to property manager
Education
CERT IV VET NURSING -
THE GORDON
WERRIBEE, VICTORIA
01.2020
CERTIFICATE IV IN PROPERTY SERVICES (REAL ESTATE) -
03.2018
Skills
Sanitation Practices
Thorough Patient Assessments
Comprehensive Patient Assessment
Condition Documentation
Animal health education
Effective Patient Prioritization
Healthcare Intervention Coordination
Medication administration
Surgical instrument preparation
Monitoring post-operative care
Inoculation
Specimen collection
Pre-surgery animal care
Client interaction
Financial transaction processing
Administering controlled substances
References
Jessica, Clinic Manager, The Ark Animal Hospital, Darwin, NT, 0448086890
Bethany Hooper, Head Vet, Dr Paws Altona North, Altona North, VIC, 9391 2000