Danielle Reynolds
Ettalong Beach
Summary
Experienced and dedicated nurse with a strong background . Over 2 years of hands-on experience in fast-paced and high-pressure environments. Providing compassionate and efficient patient care, assessing and managing critical situations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Veterinary Nurse
Animal Referral Hospital
West Gosford, Nsw
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted clinicians in treating and performing diagnostic procedures on the patients in ICU and emergency areas
- Used venipuncture skills to obtain samples and administer medications
- Taught pet owners proper care skills and tips with hands-on demonstrations and pamphlets
- Triaged patients' conditions and obtained patients' histories to coordinate effective treatments
- Implemented parasite control programs for both internal and external parasites
- Handled emergency cases efficiently, providing first aid treatment until a veterinarian was available
- Scheduled appointments and maintained accurate patient records electronically
- Prepared animals for surgery, including shaving, cleaning, and applying disinfectant to surgical sites
- Euthanized severely ill or injured animals compassionately following veterinarian directives
- Gathered and recorded patient histories, vital signs, and weights in medical records
- Submitted claims to insurance companies for payment
Veterinary Nurse
Pet Stock Vet
West Gosford, Nsw
09.2022 - Current
- Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability
- Performed dental cleanings and assisted with tooth extractions under supervision
- Administered vaccinations and medications as prescribed by veterinarians
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to diagnose diseases in animals
- Nursed hospitalized patients by providing wound care, administering fluids, and monitoring vital signs
- Counseled pet owners on end-of-life options in a sensitive manner
- Kept reception desk fully covered to immediately greet every incoming customer
- Prepared operating rooms for surgery, ensuring all necessary equipment was sterilized and ready
- Managed patients' pain levels during and after surgery, utilizing various pain management techniques and medications
- Prepared animals for surgery, including sedation and post-operative care
- Handled specimens collected during surgery for lab analysis following established protocols
Veterinary Nurse
Brisbane Water Vet / Leslie Street Vet
Blackwall & Umina beach
02.2019 - 09.2022
- Maximized veterinarian's productivity by completing preparatory work for procedures such as sterilizations and dental cleanings
- Used venipuncture skills to obtain samples and administer medications
- Supervised and assisted students in attending to treatments and procedures on hospitalized animals and emergency cases
- Completed all stock ordering, Provet, Vetnostics, Zoeitis, Idexx and more
- Completed radiographs for efficient and accurate diagnostics of various patient conditions
- Triaged patients' conditions and obtained patients' histories to coordinate effective treatments
- Prepared the treatment rooms with supplies and instruments needed for the next appointment
- Administered anesthesia and monitored the animal's responses to proactively adjust the dosages
- Greeted guests promptly and consistently set professional tone with friendly assistance
- Applied aseptic techniques to keep sterile operating room and to prevent contamination from pathogens
Hospitality Worker
Peninsula village
Umina Beach
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Broke down, cleaned and sanitized work stations before meal service
- Inspected prepared products for quality assurance and followed established storage and rotation standards to keep ingredients fresh
- Greeted customers and took food and beverage orders
- Cleaned tables, chairs, counters, display cases and storage areas
- Stocked and replenished napkins and condiments at tables and server stations
- Delivered orders and provided condiments, beverages and place settings
Waitress
Avoca Beach Bowling Club
Avoca Beach
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Explained daily menu offerings, drink specials and seasonal items, making recommendations based on customer preferences
- Wrote patrons' food orders on order slips, memorized orders, or entered orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff
- Set up tables with glassware, linens and silverware to prepare tables for service
- Notified kitchen staff of specific customer requests
- Delegated responsibilities to servers and collaborated with kitchen staff to deliver courses on time
- Removed dishes and glasses from FOH areas to prepare for cleaning
Education
Certificate 4 - Veterinary Nursing
Tafe NSW
Gosford, NSWCertificate 2 - Animal Studies
Tafe NSW
Gosford, NSWYear 12 Certificate -
Brisbane Water Secondary College
Woy Woy, NSWCertificate 3 - Aged Care
Tafe NSW
Gosford, NSWSkills
- diagnostics
- Venipuncture
- Treatment assistance
- X-ray animals
- Organize supplies
- Monitor animal behavior
- Administer anesthesia
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Medical charting
- Patient monitoring
- Multitasking
- Submitting insurance claims
- Reception duties
Timeline
Emergency Veterinary Nurse
Animal Referral Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Veterinary Nurse
Pet Stock Vet
09.2022 - Current
Veterinary Nurse
Brisbane Water Vet / Leslie Street Vet
02.2019 - 09.2022
Hospitality Worker
Peninsula village
01.2018 - 01.2019
Waitress
Avoca Beach Bowling Club
01.2014 - 01.2018
Certificate 4 - Veterinary Nursing
Tafe NSW
Certificate 2 - Animal Studies
Tafe NSW
Year 12 Certificate -
Brisbane Water Secondary College
Certificate 3 - Aged Care
Tafe NSW