Grace Privilege
Waroona,WA
Summary
Proven to enhance operational efficiency and animal welfare standards. I am an adaptable and quick-thinking professional. My expertise spans from advanced 4x4 driving to orthopaedic surgery support, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills. Achievements include streamlining inventory management and significantly reducing injury rates through preventive measures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Station Hand
Charla Downs
Wiluna, WA
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and reducing accidents.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing knowledge of best practices and company procedures.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly learning new tasks as required, increasing value within the team.
- Used hand tools skillfully to complete tasks accurately and efficiently, minimizing material waste and rework.
- Gained many useful skills as you must be able to do most things yourself due to being extremely remote.
- Driven in many different terrains on the station and gained advanced 4x4 skills to conquer all conditions.
- Used quick to fix fences and machinery.
- Carried out all husbandry and care of cattle.
Dairy Farm Hand
V & E Pitter
Waroona, WA
03.2023 - Current
- Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
- Improved overall dairy farm efficiency by streamlining daily tasks and maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Actively participated in animal care routines, including feeding, watering, and monitoring general health conditions.
- Enhanced milk production quality by strictly adhering to hygiene standards and performing regular equipment maintenance.
- General processing and husbandry of cattle including drenching, ear marking, ear tagging, vaccinating and castrating.
- Improved soil condition and pasture growth by following correct adjustments based on each paddocks unique soil testing result.
- Reported broken or damaged equipment to supervisor for repair or replacement.
- Aided in calf-rearing procedures by providing appropriate nutrition, housing, and medical attention as needed.
- Ensured optimal herd performance through diligent observation of animal behaviour patterns, identifying signs of illness or injury early on for prompt treatment.
Stud Hand
Forestview Farm
Jindong, WA
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Fostered a positive work culture among team members through constructive feedback, mentoring new hires, and prioritizing open communication channels.
- Established a reputation for maintaining high standards of equine welfare within the industry, leading to increased client trust and repeat business.
- Improved horse care standards by implementing efficient heath check and feeding routines.
- Reduced injury rates by promptly identifying potential health issues and coordinating veterinary care.
- Property maintenance of over 100acres.
- Growing great relationships with corresponding parties such as veterinarians, stallion handlers, feed representatives and race trainers.
- Contributed to achieving sales targets by preparing horses for auctions, showcases, and client visits.
- Assisted in the successful breeding process, monitoring mare and foal health throughout gestation and birth.
Senior Veterinary Nurse
Vetwest
Whitfords
01.2018 - 03.2022
- Utilized diagnostic equipment effectively for accurate test results that aided in prompt diagnosis and treatment planning processes.
- Coordinated seamless communication between front office staff, veterinary nurses, veterinarians, and clients for optimal patient outcomes.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities by attending industry conferences, workshops, and seminars to stay current on best practices within the field of veterinary nursing.
- Educated clients on preventive healthcare measures, such as vaccinations, parasite control, nutrition, and dental care.
- Improved clinic efficiency by streamlining inventory management and ordering procedures.
- Specifically trained in orthopaedic surgery nursing. Provided utmost care in making sure the patient had adequate pain relief during and post surgery.
- Demonstrated versatility in managing various species, including dogs, cats, birds, and exotic pets while providing appropriate care specific to each type of animal.
- Maintained detailed medical records accurately documenting each patient''s health history, diagnoses made during appointments along with treatments administered.
- Developed comprehensive staff training programs, resulting in a more skilled and knowledgeable team of veterinary nurses.
Equine Veterinary Nurse
Murdoch University
WA
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anesthesia administration was safe and effective.
- Upheld high standards of hygiene within the clinic through diligent cleaning and disinfecting routines, reducing the risk of infection.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Provided exceptional customer service through professional interactions with clients at the front desk, over the phone, or via email communications.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate nursing support and assistance during examinations, surgeries, and treatments.
- Trained fifth year veterinary students in their equine placement. Observed them administering medication and taking health observations of patient.
Veterinary Nurse
Petstock Vet
Butler
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Upheld high standards of hygiene within the clinic through diligent cleaning and disinfecting routines, reducing the risk of infection.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
Education
Certificate IV - Veterinary Nurse
Applied Vocational Training Centre
Ascot, WA04.2018
Skills
- Adaptable
- Calm and level headed in emergencies
- Quick thinker
- Approachable
- Building Maintenance
- Crop Harvesting
- Herd Management
- Task Prioritization
- Safety Management
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Heavy Lifting
Certification
- Recreational Skippers Ticket - 2014
- Open Water 20 - 2014
- First Aid - 2020
- Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing - 2018
Timeline
Station Hand
Charla Downs
05.2023 - Current
Dairy Farm Hand
V & E Pitter
03.2023 - Current
Stud Hand
Forestview Farm
10.2021 - 02.2023
Equine Veterinary Nurse
Murdoch University
03.2021 - 10.2021
Senior Veterinary Nurse
Vetwest
01.2018 - 03.2022
Veterinary Nurse
Petstock Vet
08.2015 - 05.2018
Certificate IV - Veterinary Nurse
Applied Vocational Training Centre