Erin Nathan
Sydney,NSW
Summary
I am a hardworking individual with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. My experience in the animal industry means that I am very comfortable working in fast paced environments with minimal supervision. I pride myself on my communication and teamwork skills and can quickly adapt to new environments.
I am eager to make a positive contribution to the right team and further develop my professional skills. I bring a positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Daycare Attendant
Little Urban Wolves
Homebush, NSW
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Undertake continuous risk assessment in the workplace.
- Contribute to a safe work environment by applying WHS principles.
- Conduct daily health checks on all dogs, noting any changes in behavior or physical condition, and reporting to management.
- Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care.
- Performed basic grooming tasks such as nail trimming, ear cleaning, and teeth brushing.
- Provided basic training and reinforcement of commands to enhance dog behavior.
- Assisted with training and skill development of new and junior staff members.
- Communicate professionally with a variety of stakeholders.
- Maintain and improve client relationships.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for providing quality services to clients.
- Build social media engagement with creative content strategies and planned updates.
- Complete relevant administrative tasks as required.
Trainee Veterinary Nurse
MyVet Zetland
Zetland, NSW
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Contribute to a safe work environment by applying WHS principles.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Clean and disinfect exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases.
- Prepare surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing them in an autoclave.
- Administer medications and treatments as instructed by a veterinarian. Assist senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Perform fecal examinations, urinalysis, and blood work.
- Share knowledge with clients to assist them outside of a clinical environment.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and administrative functions.
Animal Attendant
RSPCA NSW
Yagoona, NSW
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Identifying any animal injury and/or illness requiring veterinary attention.
- Ensuring optimal animal health and wellbeing by feeding, watering and medicating on a regular schedule.
- Preparing food to meet specific needs of animals in care with appropriate meals (e.g. feed plans & dietary restrictions).
- Walking and exercising dogs both privately owned and shelter owned.
- Socialising with dogs and cats to reduce stress and maintain healthy socialisation.
- Cleaning and maintaining kennels and cages on a daily basis (e.g. emptying litter trays and refilling with fresh litter, providing clean bedding, wiping down cages with surgical grade
- disinfectant, mopping kennels/runs etc.).
- Deep cleaning infectious disease cages (e.g parvo, ringworm) after animals have been discharged to ensure proper infection & disease control.
- Cleaning food bowls, litter trays, plastic toys, cutlery etc. in a sanitary matter to protect animal and staff health.
- Staying on top of laundry (washing & drying), folding and restocking bedding.
- Assisting vets and nurses when necessary.
- Assisting in surgery preparation (e.g. shaving, preparing incision sights, microchipping)
- Keeping work areas hygienic (sweeping and mopping).
Volunteer Farm Hand
Golden Ridge Animal Farm
Dural, NSW
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Cleaning and maintaining animal pens on a daily basis (e.g. raking up manure, hosing down empty pens, putting down fresh straw and hay).
- Feeding and watering livestock on a regular schedule.
- Cleaning food bowls, milk buckets and milk bottles in a sanitary matter to protect animal and staff health.
- Educating members of the public on appropriate and safe handling techniques & animal welfare
Education
HR Foundations Skillset - BSBSS00105
Easy HR (ongoing)
Certificate II Animal Studies - ACM20117
National Training Masters
Apply fatigue management principles - TLIF2010
Easy HR
Shift Materials Using Manual Handling Methods - TLID1001
Easy HR
Construction White Card - CPCCWHS1001
Easy HR
Skills
- Flexibility
- Reliability
- Good communicator
- Social Media
- Quick learner
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Able to work within boundaries
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dog Daycare Attendant
Little Urban Wolves
01.2024 - 04.2025
Trainee Veterinary Nurse
MyVet Zetland
02.2023 - 02.2024
Animal Attendant
RSPCA NSW
08.2021 - 02.2023
Volunteer Farm Hand
Golden Ridge Animal Farm
09.2020 - 07.2021
HR Foundations Skillset - BSBSS00105
Easy HR (ongoing)
Certificate II Animal Studies - ACM20117
National Training Masters
Apply fatigue management principles - TLIF2010
Easy HR
Shift Materials Using Manual Handling Methods - TLID1001
Easy HR
Construction White Card - CPCCWHS1001
Easy HR
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