Amy Heatley
Swansea
Summary
I am a dedicated veterinary professional with expertise in animal welfare and inpatient care. I am proficient at anaesthesia monitoring, and emergency triage, with a strong ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Skilled in laboratory diagnostics and adept at handling a variety of animals, including exotics. Excellent communication and team collaboration skills complement a commitment to delivering high-quality care. Prepared to assist across departments, including reception coverage. I aspire to advance in the field of veterinary medicine as I am always passionate about developing my skills to enhance my knowledge.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Gibson & Jones Vets
Gowerton
2020.01 - Current
- Care for all patients and cater to their every need, ensuring their stress levels are as minimal as possible.
- Assist veterinary surgeons in surgical procedures, dentals and diagnostic workups.
- Confidently monitor anesthesia.
- Follow stringent cleaning and infection control protocols.
- Calculate and administer medication precisely, under the veterinary surgeon's directions.
- Promote client satisfaction by delivering exceptional customer service and communicating clearly with clients.
- Participate in emergency response, ensuring timely treatment of critical patients.
- Work efficiently within the whole team and always help out where needed.
- Assess patients' conditions to prioritise treatment based on urgency.
- Ensure all patients' records are thorough, accurate and up to date.
- Position patients accurately for X-Ray imaging to obtain clear results.
- Carrying out nurse clinics and consultations.
- Taking blood samples, placing catheters, running in house laboratory tests, applying bandages.
Kennel assistant
Pant Y Baban Kennels
Swansea
2017.02 - 2020.07
- Executed stringent cleaning procedures to maintain infection control standards.
- Met all dogs' welfare needs through dedicated love, care, attention, and mental stimulation.
- Took the dogs for daily exercise sessions in a safe outdoor environment.
- Carried out health checks on all the puppies and mothers.
- Ensured all the dogs had the correct nutrition.
- Administered prescribed medication to dogs, ensuring proper dosage and timing.
- Provided the puppies with important socialisation.
Dog Daycare Assistant
The Dognasium with Daycare
Swansea
2018.11 - 2020.01
- Assisted with behavioural training sessions to promote good manners in all dogs at the facility.
- Conducted initial behaviour assessments to identify training needs upon enrolment.
- Organised socialisation sessions for dogs to enhance their interaction skills.
- Facilitated fun-filled activities that enriched the mental stimulation of dogs in day care.
- Organised recreational games, providing stimulating experiences for all breeds and sizes of dogs at the centre.
- Administered first aid care during emergencies.
- Reported issues or concerns to owners, ensuring transparency and care for their dogs.
- Created social media posts.
Education
Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing -
Coleg Sir Gar
Carmarthen 2023.09 - 2026.02
A-Levels -
Olchfa Comprehensive School
Swansea 2014.09 - 2016.06
GCSEs -
Olchfa Comprehensive School
Swansea 2012.09 - 2014.06
Skills
- Animal welfare
- Inpatient care
- Surgical nursing
- Quick decision-making
- Anaesthesia monitoring
- Emergency & Triage
- Behavioural assessment
- Laboratory Diagnostics
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Animal handling (including exotics)
- Communication
Affiliations
- Outdoor activities
- Keeping fit and healthy
- Dog walking
- Inline skating
Timeline
Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing -
Coleg Sir Gar
2023.09 - 2026.02
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Gibson & Jones Vets
2020.01 - Current
Dog Daycare Assistant
The Dognasium with Daycare
2018.11 - 2020.01
Kennel assistant
Pant Y Baban Kennels
2017.02 - 2020.07
A-Levels -
Olchfa Comprehensive School
2014.09 - 2016.06
GCSEs -
Olchfa Comprehensive School
2012.09 - 2014.06