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Work History
Education
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Aoibhinn Russell

Rosebery,NSW

Summary

Registered veterinary nurse with 7 years' experience in the veterinary field, including working as a student nurse in a high demanding clinic in Dublin. I have gained a lot of experience and the ability to work in a high-pressure environment. I have the ability to work alone or well in team. I feel I deal well in emergency situations and hold the ability to use My initiative. Very recently, working in a busy practice where My skills are Surgical nursing
including Orthopaedics, Inpatient nursing care, Laboratory skills,nursing clinics, Liaising with clients, Pharmacy and Reception skills the
ability to maintain a smooth workflow to handle daily appointments and emergencies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Veterinary Nurse

Rosebery Veterinary Hospital
2024.03 - Current
  • Coordinated seamless communication between front office staff, Insurance companies, veterinary technicians, veterinarians, and clients for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Educated clients on preventive healthcare measures, such as vaccinations, parasite control, nutrition, and dental care.
  • Collaborated with veterinarians to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient''s needs and condition.
  • Provided exceptional emergency care to critically ill or injured patients, stabilizing their condition until further treatment could be administered.
  • Processing and Helping client figure out how to use and utilize their insurance policies.
  • Dealing with GAP only insurance claims.

Senior Veterinary Nurse

Bondi Vet Hospital
2024.01 - 2024.03
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently to minimize wait times while accommodating urgent cases when necessary.
  • Maintained detailed medical records accurately documenting each patient''s health history, diagnoses made during appointments along with treatments administered.
  • Assisted in the successful completion of various surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and proper instrument preparation.
  • Processed insurance RX Worx and online forums, guiding owner through the process and liaising with various companies

Foaling Attendant

Willinga Park Veterinary Hospital
2023.09 - 2024.01
  • Upkept general health, safety and hygiene standards for safe, clean facilities.
  • Administered preventative and critical veterinary care to Mares and foals daily.
  • Delivered emergency treatment, constantly monitoring patient condition to prevent deterioration.
  • Updated vets with comprehensive progress reports following injury or illness.
  • Administered first aid in emergency situations with calm and collected composure.
  • Implemented bio-security measures to protect horses and staff.
  • Delivering foals and delivered quality care until they left and went out to paddock
  • Caring, monitoring and grooming mares pre and postpartum

Veterinary Nurse

Matraville Veterinary Hospital
2023.03 - 2023.09
  • Provided animal care information on behaviour and parasite control.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
  • Determined equipment needs for special procedures and prepared operating rooms for operations.
  • Administered anaesthesia for operations and surgeries.
  • Monitored patients in post-operative care unit for anaesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels.
  • Performed laboratory examinations, such as X-rays, blood tests, urinalysis assisting with diagnosing health conditions

Veterinary Nurse

Clontarf Veterinary Hospital
2020.07 - 2023.02
  • Surgical Nursing duties, Anaesthesia, preparation, and recovery of patients including orthopaedics
  • Assisting and scrubbing into surgeries as required

Routine dental procedures

  • Nursing clinics including, diabetic clinics, Puppy vaccinations, worming, new puppy chats consults, monthly injections and checkups for example: Librela, Solensia, Cartrophen and Cytopoint
  • Inpatient care, administering medications as prescribed and working up and assisting vets with cases
  • Educated pet owners on key aspects of animal health, such neutering and nutrition, to improve patient health and well-being.
  • Facilitated smooth practice operations, consistently monitoring and re-ordering medical and surgical supplies to avoid stock-outs.
  • Support and supervising students in practice, helping them become more confident in their nursing

Education

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary nursing

Dundalk Institute of Technology
Dundalk, Ireland
10.2019

Skills

  • Diagnostic testing
  • Postoperative care
  • Orthopaedic surgical nursing
  • Routine and emergency care
  • MSD Diabetic Advisor
  • Veterinary anaesthesia
  • Veterinary X-rays
  • Puppy socialisation classes
  • GP nurse program: Anaesthesia key skills and Anaesthesia next steps

Languages

English
Fluent

References

Available on Request

Timeline

Senior Veterinary Nurse

Rosebery Veterinary Hospital
2024.03 - Current

Senior Veterinary Nurse

Bondi Vet Hospital
2024.01 - 2024.03

Foaling Attendant

Willinga Park Veterinary Hospital
2023.09 - 2024.01

Veterinary Nurse

Matraville Veterinary Hospital
2023.03 - 2023.09

Veterinary Nurse

Clontarf Veterinary Hospital
2020.07 - 2023.02

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary nursing

Dundalk Institute of Technology
Aoibhinn Russell