SHANNON MORAN
Brushgrove
Summary
The last 5 years I have been dedicated to my passion for animal health and wellbeing and seen doing this have found a new passion for health and wellbeing within humans. I have also tried to be involved within my community as much as i possible can be to help engage and influence youth through our Show society with programs such as Young Woman.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Nurse
Grafton Veterinary Clinic
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anaesthesia administration was safe and effective.
- Upheld high standards of hygiene within the clinic through diligent cleaning and disinfecting routines, reducing the risk of infection.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Reduced stress levels of hospitalized animals through continuous monitoring, comfort measures, and appropriate environmental adjustments.
- Contributed to successful emergency response situations by remaining calm under pressure while assisting with life-saving procedures.
- Increased client satisfaction with timely communication regarding their pets'' health status and any necessary follow-up appointments.
- Educating owners on maintaining the health of their pets
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collaborated with veterinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in a fast-paced environment.
Food Services and Patient Support
NSW Health
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of hospital rooms and common areas.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering to strict confidentiality policies while performing cleaning duties in occupied rooms.
- Promoted a safe working environment for all personnel by consistently utilizing proper personal protective equipment and following safety guidelines.
- Reduced infection rates by diligently disinfecting surfaces and equipment in accordance with established protocols.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Prepare and Deliver patient meals whilst recording patient intake for best standards of care.
- Provided empathetic support to patients during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
Veterinary Nurse
Maclean Veterinary Clinic
02.2019 - 02.2024
- Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anaesthesia administration was safe and effective.
- Upheld high standards of hygiene within the clinic through diligent cleaning and disinfecting routines, reducing the risk of infection.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Reduced stress levels of hospitalized animals through continuous monitoring, comfort measures, and appropriate environmental adjustments.
- Contributed to successful emergency response situations by remaining calm under pressure while assisting with life-saving procedures.
- Increased client satisfaction with timely communication regarding their pets'' health status and any necessary follow-up appointments.
- Educating owners on maintaining the health of their pets
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collaborated with veterinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisting in Stock take
Cook/ Shop Assistant/Customer Service Associate
Hooked on Seafood
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Managed opening and closing shift tasks.
Waitress
Brushgrove Hotel
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Taking food orders and communicating them effectively to the kitchen, welcoming and seating customers, memorizing the menu and offering recommendations
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Maintained high standards of food safety by regularly sanitizing surfaces, equipment, and utensils to minimize contamination risks.
Education
TAFE -
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
TAFE DIGITAL 07.2023
Year 12 HSC Certificate -
Maclean High School
Maclean, NSW01.2020
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Time management
- Customer Service
- Animal Care
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Active listening
- Empathy
Hobbies and Interests
- Horse Riding and Competing
- Dog trialing
- Fishing
- Camping
- Going to the beach
- 4x4 adventures
Additional Information
Achievements/volunteer work
- Dedicated member of the Maclean Show Society since 2019 and hold 2 positions in the committee - Young Woman Coordinator and Sponsorship Officer
- Selected Showgirl Runner up at Maclean show in 2019
- Selected Winner Young Woman at Maclean Show 2022
- Competed at Zone level alongside 11 other Young Woman Winners from Tarree up to the Queensland border.
- Selected at Zone as a state finalist at Sydney Royal to compete in the Sydney Royal Young Woman of the land Competition.
- Since Sydney Royal have been selected to attend Agriculture Show Conference with international speakers in adelaide.
- Member of the Maclean Dog Trial Committee
- Asked to Judge Showgirl competitions in Lismore
- Selected rider in the Maclean and Grafton Show Entertainment, eg Outback Extravaganza, Musical ride, Man from snowy river and Ned Kelly Performances.
- Basic RFS training - competed during school programs
References
- Nicole Cowling, Maclean Show Young Woman Coordinator, 0438 170 595
- Amanda Galloway, Practice Manger Maclean and Yamba Veterinary Hopsital/ Clinic, 0468 995 112
Timeline
Veterinary Nurse
Grafton Veterinary Clinic
06.2024 - Current
Food Services and Patient Support
NSW Health
03.2024 - Current
Waitress
Brushgrove Hotel
03.2019 - 01.2020
Veterinary Nurse
Maclean Veterinary Clinic
02.2019 - 02.2024
Cook/ Shop Assistant/Customer Service Associate
Hooked on Seafood
01.2019 - 01.2021
TAFE -
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Year 12 HSC Certificate -
Maclean High School
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