Sergio Morales Martinez
Student Veterinary Nurse
London
Summary
Student Veterinary nurse with 4 years experience in a small animal practice, eager to apply education and training to a growth-oriented role. I am in my final year of my apprenticeship, and therefore I am seeking a full time position in an RCVS accredited practice in order to qualify, and then establish a long term commitment as a registered veterinary nurse.
I posses strong communication skills coupled with a passion in practical clinical nursing. Driven to meet and exceed expectations with dedication to compassionate animal care. Proactive and supportive worker who follows instructions to execute precise tasks carefully.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Student Veterinary Nurse
Medivet
London
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted the veterinary surgeons to induce and maintain animals under anesthesia, operating surgical monitoring equipment to ensure patient stability, under direct and continuous supervision.
- Minimised animal stress and discomfort with fear-free techniques.
- Disinfected medical implements, surgical rooms and transportation devices to maintain hygiene.
- Accepted payments and wrote receipts, answered calls and performed other reception duties.
- Checked weight, heart rate and temperature of pets regularly, promptly reporting changes for quick resolution.
- Assessed patients upon arrival to determine acute care needs and develop ongoing care plans.
- Where possible, mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of practice, creating safe environment for staff and patients.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Examined pets on arrival and prioritised treatment based on care needs to maintain optimal patient flow.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Maximised patient wellbeing by providing detailed, effective at-home directions for medication usage.
- Supported veterinary surgeons with tests and procedures.
- Offered steadfast emotional support to animal owners throughout distressing periods.
- Provided animal care information on parasite control.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Performed radiography, urine tests and other routine laboratory tests to help diagnose health conditions.
- Calculated, prepared and administered medications under veterinarian instruction.
Veterinary Care Assistant
Medivet
London
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Introduction to monitoring anesthesia under direct and continuous supervision by veterinary surgeons/veterinary nurses.
- Regular laundry activities, including surgical equipment used daily for procedures.
- Draping and packing of surgical equipment such as drapes and surgical instruments/kits
- Admitting/Discharging patients and offered tailored post-op guidance.
- Managed stock levels to achieve optimum surgery operations.
- Covered high-volume bookings, payments and telephone enquiries for busy practice.
- Learnt to competently use Freedom.
- Sterilized surgical equipment and preparation areas to meet hygiene standards.
- Prepared patients for anesthesia and euthanasia in partnership with nursing team.
- Created safe and clean isolation units, dog and cat wards.
- Optimised surgery operations through proactive planning and booking management.
- Disinfected medical implements, surgical rooms and transportation devices to maintain hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of practice, creating safe environment for staff and patients.
Education
Level 3 Diploma - Veterinary Nursing
The College of Animal Welfare
London 06.2022 -
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management -
City and Islington College
London 09.2017 - 07.2019
GCSEs -
Langdon Secondary School
East Ham, London 09.2005 - 07.2010
Skills
- RCVS registered
- Postoperative care
- Administrative support
- Surgical preparation procedures
- Medical record management
- Instrument sterilisation
- Patient monitoring
- Equipment sterilisation
- Diagnostic testing
- Patient care
- Veterinary inventory management
- Central line placement
- Medication administration
- Anaesthetic procedures
- Treatment administration
- Medical history taking
- Anaesthesia monitoring
- Laboratory investigations
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Student Veterinary Nurse
Medivet
06.2022 - 03.2024
Level 3 Diploma - Veterinary Nursing
The College of Animal Welfare
06.2022 -
Veterinary Care Assistant
Medivet
03.2020 - 06.2022
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management -
City and Islington College
09.2017 - 07.2019
GCSEs -
Langdon Secondary School
09.2005 - 07.2010
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