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Sara Humphries

City of London,City of London

Summary

I am an empathic person equipped to support diverse animal care needs. Liaises between veterinary personnel and clients to explain animal conditions and treatment needs. Skilled in assisting with surgical procedures and surgical interventions. I enjoy education and training. Strong communication skills coupled with precise attention to detail. Driven to meet and exceed expectations with dedication to compassionate animal care. I am positive individual with proven success juggling busy workload independently and providing administrative, diagnostic and surgical support to veterinarian. Dedicated to maintain safe working practices for staff and animals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work history

Head Veterinary Nurse

Medivet Southfields
Southfields, England
07.2017 - 08.2023

Management- staff, administrative and client care

Clinical- medical care, welfare and management

Surgical - peri operative including scrub nurse for soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures

Critical care and emergency

Clinical coach and mentor- development of staff from first day to registration including professional conduct

In house examiner for college practical exams

Registered Head Vetrinary Nurse

Medivet Richmond 24 hospital
London, England
06.2015 - 07.2017
  • Ensured continuity of care by maintaining complete and accurate medical records for each patient.
  • Administered preventative and critical veterinary care to patients.
  • Minimised patient risks, conducting daily rounds and examinations to ensure stable condition.
  • Management- staff, administrative and client careClinical- medical care, welfare and managementSurgical - peri operative including scrub nurse for soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures Critical care and emergency Clinical coach and mentor- development of staff from first day to registration including professional conductIn house examiner for college practical exams

Student Veterinary Nurse

Medivet Southfields
London, England
06.2009 - 02.2013
  • Accepted payments and wrote receipts, answered calls and performed other reception duties.
  • Carried out medical and surgical care under veterinary supervision

Deputy head veterinary nurse

Medivet Richmond 24 hour hospital
London, England
02.2013 - 06.2015
  • Management- staff, administrative and client careClinical- medical care, welfare and managementSurgical - peri operative including scrub nurse for soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures Critical care and emergency Clinical coach and mentor- development of staff from first day to registration including professional conductIn house examiner for college practical exams

Emergency vet receptionist/ Patient Care Assistant

Sherwood emergency clinic
Durban , South Africa
01.2005 - 05.2009

Vet receptionist / stock controller/manager

Gillitts veterinary clinic
Durban, South Africa
01.2002 - 05.2009

Head Veterinary Nurse

Pickles
London, city of london
11.2023 - Current
  • Analysed laboratory samples accurately for timely diagnosis.
  • Administered medications accurately, promoting quicker healing processes in patients.
  • Coordinated referral appointments smoothly; ensured continuity of care for patients.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with efficient handling of appointments and consultations.
  • Trained junior nursing staff, enhancing professional skill development.
  • Recorded detailed patient histories that facilitated accurate diagnoses.
  • Assisted veterinarians during complex procedures to secure animal welfare.
  • Managed team of veterinary nurses for enhanced clinic performance.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care, ensuring comfort and dignity at end-of-life stage.
  • Maintained clean and sterile environment in operating theatre for safe surgeries.
  • Delivered high-standard post-operative care, contributing to patient recuperation.

Education

Diploma in advanced nursing level 3 - Veterinary

Medivet Training College
London, England
10.2013

Clinical psychology and sociology

Varsity college
Durban, South Africa
01.2009

Communication and media studies

Varsity college
Durban, South Africa
12.2008

Business management, operations and administration

Varsity college
Durban, South Africa
01.2006

Law

Varsity college
Durban, South Africa
01.2005

Skills

  • Routine and emergency care
  • Veterinary anaesthesia
  • Training and development
  • RCVS registered
  • Animal care
  • Administrative support
  • Surgical preparation procedures
  • Chronic and acute conditions
  • Emergency pet care
  • Animal behavior knowledge
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Workforce training
  • Continuous improvement
  • Animal diagnostics
  • General anesthesia monitoring
  • Effective owner communication
  • Chart management

Timeline

Head Veterinary Nurse

Pickles
11.2023 - Current

Head Veterinary Nurse

Medivet Southfields
07.2017 - 08.2023

Registered Head Vetrinary Nurse

Medivet Richmond 24 hospital
06.2015 - 07.2017

Deputy head veterinary nurse

Medivet Richmond 24 hour hospital
02.2013 - 06.2015

Student Veterinary Nurse

Medivet Southfields
06.2009 - 02.2013

Emergency vet receptionist/ Patient Care Assistant

Sherwood emergency clinic
01.2005 - 05.2009

Vet receptionist / stock controller/manager

Gillitts veterinary clinic
01.2002 - 05.2009

Diploma in advanced nursing level 3 - Veterinary

Medivet Training College

Clinical psychology and sociology

Varsity college

Communication and media studies

Varsity college

Business management, operations and administration

Varsity college

Law

Varsity college
Sara Humphries