RACHEL TAYLOR
Marrickville,NSW
Summary
I am currently working as a Trainee Vet Nurse and about to embark on completing my Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing qualification next year. I am enthusiastic and passionate about animals, organised and dependable, a great team player, successful at managing multiple priorities, staying calm in crisis and have a keenness for learning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trainee Veterinary Nurse
Seaforth Veterinary Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Assist veterinarians with surgical procedures and treatments.
- Improve clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and laboratory spaces.
- Contribute to successful surgeries through precise preparation of patients, instruments, and equipment.
- Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals, administering medications as needed and monitoring their condition.
- Demonstrate appropriate restraint techniques ensuring the safety of both animals and staff during examinations or procedures.
- Interact with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Monitor vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Perform fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Collect and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assist in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Administer prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Perform dental x-rays and dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler and polisher.
- Assist in IV Catheter placements and blood draws.
- Support veterinarians in diagnostic procedures such as taking x-rays and collecting samples for laboratory testing.
Disability Support Worker
Mable
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
Case Manager
Women And Girls Emergency Centre
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and selfsufficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
Student Counsellor
Wellbe Counselling And Psychology
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Student Placement 3 months).
Support Worker
Ted Noffs Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2019
Telephone Counselor
Lifeline Australia
01.2015 - 01.2017
Telephone counsellor
Arabanoo after school
01.2009 - 01.2010
Restaurant Waiter
Gather On The Green
02.2016 - 03.2017
Waiter
The Public Bar/ Restaurant Cammeray
03.2015 - 01.2016
Waiter/ bartender
The Foundry Café + Bread and Butter
08.2014 - 01.2015
Waiter/ bartender
Dolce Terra Café
01.2014 - 08.2014
Waiter/ bartender
Harbord Beach Hotel
01.2011 - 03.2012
Education
Certificate II in Animal Care - Veterinarian Nursing
TAFE Ultimo
Ultimo, NSW12.2023
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Sydney
Queenwood School For Girls
2010
Skills
- Communication skills
- Team work
- Capacity to engage in self care and community care
- Efficiency
- Flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Reliable
- Responsiveness
- Time management
- Experience
Certification
Higher School Certificate
Driver’s License (Full, Manual)
Mental Health First Aid
Applied Suicidal Intervention Skills Training
Timeline
Trainee Veterinary Nurse
Seaforth Veterinary Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Mable
05.2022 - 08.2023
Case Manager
Women And Girls Emergency Centre
12.2021 - 07.2022
Student Counsellor
Wellbe Counselling And Psychology
01.2021 - 06.2021
Support Worker
Ted Noffs Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2019
Restaurant Waiter
Gather On The Green
02.2016 - 03.2017
Waiter
The Public Bar/ Restaurant Cammeray
03.2015 - 01.2016
Telephone Counselor
Lifeline Australia
01.2015 - 01.2017
Waiter/ bartender
The Foundry Café + Bread and Butter
08.2014 - 01.2015
Waiter/ bartender
Dolce Terra Café
01.2014 - 08.2014
Waiter/ bartender
Harbord Beach Hotel
01.2011 - 03.2012
Telephone counsellor
Arabanoo after school
01.2009 - 01.2010
Certificate II in Animal Care - Veterinarian Nursing
TAFE Ultimo
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Sydney
Queenwood School For Girls
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