Abi Leary

• Provided advanced nursing care for critically ill and emergency patients, including triage, ICU monitoring, diagnostic sample collection and testing, and RVT-level skills such as catheter placement and blood draws under veterinary supervision.
• Collaborated with veterinarians to deliver efficient, high-quality patient care while maintaining accurate medical records and supporting timely diagnosis and treatment.
  Prepared treatment estimates, discussed financial options with clients, and managed expectations through compassionate communication, helping to resolve concerns in high-stress situations.
• Developed and implemented the hospital's OSHA compliance training program and established protocols for workplace safety, animal bite reporting, and rabies submissions in accordance with local regulations.
• Conducted routine safety inspections of emergency equipment—including eyewash stations, spill kits, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and radiology equipment—to ensure regulatory compliance and operational readiness.
• Promoted a culture of safety by maintaining compliance documentation, educating staff on OSHA standards and safety procedures, and partnering with leadership to improve workplace safety initiatives.

• Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures by safely restraining patients, collecting diagnostic samples (urine, feces, ear swabs), and reporting test results to the medical team.
• Maintained clean, fully stocked exam and surgical suites to ensure efficient daily operations and high standards of patient care.
• Communicated with clients regarding medications, post-operative care, and recovery instructions while effectively managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Specialization in Animal Bioscience