Jenny Taylor
Wombwell,Barnsley
Summary
I am a veterinary professional with extensive experience in animal care and nursing, specialising in inpatient management and client relations. I have progressed from assistant manager at Foxholes Animal Hotel to holding various roles within the animal care industry gaining a vast amount of knowledge through experience and training
I am committed to providing gold standard care and clinical excellence in a team driven and fast paced environment. In my spare time I volunteer at local dog rescue centres and love to watch Ice Hockey
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Donaldson's Vets
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2026.05 - Current
General nursing duties rotating around all disciplines
Registered veterinary nurse
Harrison's Family Vets
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2024.10 - 2026.05
- Ensured sanitary conditions in clinic to prevent cross contamination and infection
- Participated in emergency response ensuring timely treatment of critical patients
- Educated pet owners on preventive care
- Supported vets in complex diagnostic procedures
- Maintained detailed patient records for accessible reference and follow up
- Handled distressed animals calmly, ensured safety while performing medical procedures
Various Roles (Lead Branch/Lead Dispensary/RVN)
Calder Vets
Halton, Dewsbury and Sandal, West Yorkshire
2013.02 - 2024.10
- Ran branch day to day as lead nurse
- Held a position as a rotating consultation only nurse
- Managed line management for 4 staff, coordinating rota schedules
- Ordered and controlled stock levels, keeping supplies available for care
- Handled patient complaints, delivering calm and supportive customer support
- Completed PDRs, recording personal development progress for each staff member
- Prepared for practice standards by coordinating audits and required evidence
Ward Only Nurse
Paragon Veterinary Referrals
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
2019.09 - 2021.02
- Supported referral vets with complex treatments for hospital patients
- Worked within ICU care to monitor critical patients throughout shifts
- Prepared patient home care plans, including physiotherapy and O-tube management
- Communicated with owners during pets' hospital stays
- Created discharge plans alongside clinicians for consistent aftercare
Assistant Manager
Foxholes Animal Hotel
East Ardsley, Wakefield
2007.01 - 2013.02
Education
Level 3 Diploma - Veterinary Nursing
Myerscough College
Preston 2016.10 - 2018.10
Certificate - ABC Animal Nursing Assistant (Certificate)
Myerscough College
Preston 2015.01 - 2016.01
Functional Skills Level 2 - Mathematics
Potential for skills
Wakefield 2015.09 - 2016.09
Skills
Anesthetic monitoring
Specialised nursing plans
Clinic hygiene standards and highly process conscious
Pet nutrition
Veterinary ethics
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Donaldson's Vets
2026.05 - Current
Registered veterinary nurse
Harrison's Family Vets
2024.10 - 2026.05
Ward Only Nurse
Paragon Veterinary Referrals
2019.09 - 2021.02
Level 3 Diploma - Veterinary Nursing
Myerscough College
2016.10 - 2018.10
Functional Skills Level 2 - Mathematics
Potential for skills
2015.09 - 2016.09
Certificate - ABC Animal Nursing Assistant (Certificate)
Myerscough College
2015.01 - 2016.01
Various Roles (Lead Branch/Lead Dispensary/RVN)
Calder Vets
2013.02 - 2024.10
Assistant Manager
Foxholes Animal Hotel
2007.01 - 2013.02