Kate-Marie Taylor-Kelly

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide full inpatient care including monitoring vital signs, administering medication, feeding, exercising and grooming.

• Prepare premedication and anaesthetic drugs, scrub in and assist surgeons, and monitor anaesthesia throughout procedures.

• Place IV catheters, manage fluid therapy and support emergency and critical care cases.

• Undertake diagnostic tests, take X‑rays and prepare laboratory samples.

• Apply dressings, bandages and provide wound care.

• Conduct nurse consultations covering nutrition, preventative care and basic behavioural guidance.

Emergency and Independent Hospital Work

• Regularly work solo overnight and on weekends in a 24‑hour hospital, with a vet on call.

• Managed inpatients, emergencies and urgent cases independently, making confident clinical decisions to ensure optimal care.

• Perform emergency triage, stabilisation and monitoring until the veterinary surgeon arrives.

• Maintain patient safety and workflow continuity during periods of high pressure or limited staffing.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provided trusted support to colleagues, offering guidance, reassurance and clinical advice.

• Mentor student nurses through their NPL, helping them build confidence and competence.

• Support newly qualified nurses with skill development, workflow understanding and professional growth.

• Contribute to a positive team culture by encouraging open communication, collaboration and problem solving.

• Coach and examine OSCEs at Coleg Gwent, ensuring high standards of training and assessment.

Operational & Practice Management Responsibilities

• Oversee waste management procedures and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.

• Manage stock levels, ordering and rotation to reduce waste and maintain efficiency.

• Organise disposal and maintain accurate records of controlled drugs.

• Developed and implemented practice protocols to enhance consistency and safety across clinical operations.

• Create cleaning audits and maintain high standards of organisation and cleanliness across clinical areas.

• Support reception and administrative duties including client communication, payments, scheduling and record management.

Clinical Interests

• Keen interest in ultrasonography and imaging; actively participating in practical CPD and seeking opportunities to expand skills.q1

• Managed a busy front desk, demonstrating strong organisation, multitasking and prioritisation skills essential for coordinating clinical workflow in veterinary practice.

• Communicated effectively with patients, healthcare professionals and external agencies, strengthening ability to handle challenging conversations and maintain calm under pressure.

• Cultivated exceptional customer service skills through direct interaction with clients in a fast-paced environment.

• Handled confidential patient information with accuracy and professionalism, reinforcing understanding of GDPR, data protection and sensitive communication.

• Processed prescription requests, insurance forms and medical documentation, building transferable administrative skills.

• Documented patient encounter information, laboratory results, and correspondence for records.

• Gained experience in managing payments, scheduling and enquiries, supporting ability to oversee reception workflow.

• Provided empathetic customer service during stressful medical situations; eased patient anxiety.

• Worked with the public in a variety of situations, developing a calm and reassuring approach to communication.
• Supported people during sensitive or emotional moments, helping to ease tension and encourage positive interactions.
• Kept clear, accurate records, strengthening attention to detail and consistent documentation.
• Collaborated with different teams and followed established procedures, building confidence in structured working and professional responsibility.
• Gained experience staying composed during busy or challenging situations, developing a steady and thoughtful approach to problem-solving.
• Collaborated with full-time officers, sharing vital information about local issues while remaining compliant to GDPR data protection.
• Participated in arrest procedures to uphold law and order.
• Responded to emergency calls for assistance, providing immediate help.

• Trained and mentored new staff, developing early leadership skills that now translate directly into coaching student nurses and supporting junior team members.

• Supported managers with shift coordination, ensuring consistent workflow and maintaining high standards during busy periods, enhancing ability to manage clinical flow in practice.

• Worked in a fast-paced environment requiring quick thinking, teamwork and strong communication, mirroring the demands of a busy veterinary hospital.

• Acquired comprehensive knowledge of health and safety and hygiene protocols, ensuring compliance and directly contributing to maintaining clinical cleanliness and infection control.

• Cultivated customer service skills by effectively handling complaints and supporting anxious clients, reinforcing commitment to professionalism in all interactions.

• Managed cashing‑up and financial procedures, supporting ability to handle payments, stock control and controlled drug accountability with accuracy.

• Built long-term teamwork skills within a close, supportive team — reflecting ability to contribute positively to veterinary team culture.