Amber Russell
Sheridan,AR
Summary
Compassionate and highly adaptable healthcare professional with extensive experience in emergency veterinary medicine, high-acuity patient care, and leadership roles in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to triage critical situations, provide hands-on nursing care, communicate effectively with distressed clients, and collaborate within interdisciplinary teams. Trusted with high levels of autonomy and responsibility, with a strong foundation in patient safety, clinical judgement, and training others. Transitioning into registered nursing with a commitment to delivering calm, competent, and compassionate care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Problem Solve Inventory Area
Amazon Fulfillment
12.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability and mastery by successfully training in every assigned operational area and maintaining high performance metrics
- Achieved top-tier productivity in CAP with pick rates averaging 360-400 while exceeding in all inventory count processes with being one of the most accurate counters in inventory
- Conducted audits, inventory verification, and accuracy checks to support compliance and operational deficiency
- Chosen as a learning trainer due to strong performance and communication skills; trained and supported new associates in pick operations (also trained others as the manager in problem solve)
- Served as Process Guide (PG) in AFE and Point of Contact (POC) in Problem Solve, effectively running an inventory area and an average of 8 employees supporting and coordinating across multiple departments
- Served on Safety Committee while working at Amazon, staying aware of dangers and preventatives
Certified Veterinary Technician
Landmark Animal Hospital
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Functioned as a multi-role clinical professional delivering hands-on patient care, procedural support, and client services in a high-volume veterinary hospital
- Assisted during exams, surgeries, and diagnostics; induced, monitored, and recovered patients under anesthesisa
- Provided inpatient nursing care including IV catheter placement, medication administration, fluid therapy, and continuous patient assessment to patients who cannot speak
- Performed venipuncture, sample collection, and diagnostic imaging- cytology setups and readings: fecals, urinalysis, mites, skin scrapes, and many others
- Acted as a primary point of contact for clients, providing education, updates, and follow-up communication, even as emotional support
- Maintained hospital operations through reception coverage, kennel care, infection control, and environmental cleaning
- Routinely prioritized care for multiple patients simultaneously while responding to emergencies, client needs, and other demands
CVT- Emergency Room Technician
Arkansas Veterinary Emergency and Specialists
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided hands on emergency care in a high-acuity veterinary ER, triaging and stabilizing critically ill and injured patients
- Performed life-saving interventions including CPR, emergency procedures, and rapid response support
- Served as the primary point of contact for clients during emergencies, explaining treatment options, estimates, and feasible plans of care
- Managed emotionally charged situations with professionalism, compassion, and clear communication
RVT
Westside Animal Hospital
10.2010 - 01.2012
- Practiced as a Registered Veterinary Technician in a progressive small animal hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventative care
- Delivered preventative education and client counseling on wellness exams, vaccinations, and disease prevention
- Provided anesthesia and anesthetic monitoring during procedures and recovery
- Administered medications, vaccinations, and treatments in accordance with established protocols
- Performed lab diagnostics, radiographic imaging, and dental procedures
RVT
Arbuckle Veterinary Clinic
05.2006 - 10.2009
- Served as the sole on-call emergency contact during weekends, independently triaging after-hours emergencies and responding in person with close contact with the veterinarian
- Provided frontline emergency and inpatient nursing care, including patient stabilization, monitoring, and treatment
- Performed venipuncture, iv catheter placement, anesthesia induction and monitoring, radiologic imagining, and medication administration
- Communicated directly with clients during urgent and emotionally sensitive situations, providing clear guidance and compassionate support
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK05.2006
Associate of Science - Pre-nursing- Science
South College
Knoxville, TN01-2024
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Baptist Health College Little Rock
Little Rock, AR06-2026
Skills
- Patient & Client Communication
- Emergency & Critical Care Support
- Triage and Rapid Assessment
- IV Catheter/ venipuncture
- Anesthesia Assistance & Monitoring
- Inpatient Nursing Care & Patient Monitoring
- Medication Administration & Prescription Processing
- Team Collaboration & interdisciplinary Communication
- Training, Precepting & Leadership Support
Accomplishments
- -Received the Sue Busch Award in 2006
- -Passed national and state boards in May 2006
- -Deans list honor roll At Murray State College 2004 and 2005
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Timeline
Manager of Problem Solve Inventory Area
Amazon Fulfillment
12.2021 - Current
Certified Veterinary Technician
Landmark Animal Hospital
06.2020 - 12.2021
CVT- Emergency Room Technician
Arkansas Veterinary Emergency and Specialists
10.2019 - 05.2020
RVT
Westside Animal Hospital
10.2010 - 01.2012
RVT
Arbuckle Veterinary Clinic
05.2006 - 10.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Murray State College
Associate of Science - Pre-nursing- Science
South College
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Baptist Health College Little Rock