Autumn R. Johnson
Murray,UT
Summary
Accomplished Veterinary Nurse with a proven track record at MedVet, specializing in patient care and diagnostics. Expert in venipuncture and compassionate client communication, significantly enhancing patient care and owner satisfaction. Demonstrated commitment to advancing veterinary medicine through continuous and active learning and application of innovative treatment techniques. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Overnight Veterinary Nurse
MedVet
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2023 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service.
- Maintained a fun and positive work environment.
- Draw, run, and analyze bloodwork.
- Preformed and maintained patient comfortability during CT's, MRIs, and X-rays.
- Excelled in IV catheter, nasogastric tube, urinary catheter, and central line placements.
- Confidently intubated and monitored patients under gas anesthesia, as well as monitoring multiple hospitalized critical cases.
- Established and maintained intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in hospitalized patients.
- Reduced stress levels of hospitalized animals through continuous monitoring, comfort measures, and appropriate environmental adjustments.
- Recognizing signs of pain or distress in patients undergoing treatments or observations while the patient rests.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Preformed CPR, comforted distressed owners, and answered any questions they may have.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing education by attending workshops and conferences focused on advancements in veterinary medicine, allowing for the application of cutting-edge techniques in patient care.
- Always ready and willing to assist my team and keep others around me informed of new learning opportunities and teach new techniques and skills.
Specialty Veterinary Nurse
Granite Vet Specialists
Cottonwood Heights, UT
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anesthesia administration was safe and effective.
- Scrubbed into surgeries to provide surgeons with instruments as well as assist in holding, drilling, and suctioning.
- Upheld high standards of hygiene within the clinic through diligent cleaning and disinfecting routines, reducing the risk of infection.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup by creating discharge paperwork, filling meds, and providing high quality instruction to owners at discharge.
- Collaborated with veterinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated pet owners on preventive healthcare measures, enhancing overall pet wellness within the practice''s clientele base.
- Obtained vitals and patient information while addressing any questions or concerns an owner might have.
- Preform orthopedic x-rays, blood draws, catheter placements, canine and feline intubation, and epidurals.
- Confidently monitor vitals on induced patients under anesthesia.
- Provided comfort and care as patients are recovering from surgeries.
Critical Care Veterinary Nurse
MedVet
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Intake critical patients, preform diagnostics by drawing, running, and analyzing bloodwork.
- Run and maintain patient comfortability during CT's, MRIs, and X-rays.
- Fill prescriptions, and provide quality discharge instructions.
- Preformed IV catheter placements as well as nasogastric tube, urinary catheter, and central line placements.
- Confidently monitor hospitalized patients, and patients under gas anesthesia and/or ventilated patients.
- Provided exceptional customer service through professional interactions with clients at the front desk, over the phone, or via email communications.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate nursing support and assistance during examinations, surgeries, and treatments.
Oncology Veterinary Technician Assistant
WestVet/MedVet
Sunset, UT
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided compassionate care for animals during their stay at the clinic, creating a positive experience for both pets and owners.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care services.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Assisted in blood draws, running and analyzing bloodwork, CT's, MRIs, and X-rays. Filling prescriptions, and restraint for all other medical procedures
- Created discharge paperwork to provide high quality instruction to owners at discharge time.
- Follow-up with owners to see how the patient is doing and schedule any necessary future appointments.
Veterinary Technician Intern
Canyon View Cares
Layton, UT
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted in common surgeries and vaccinations.
- Cleaned post and prior to surgeries and checkups
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, maximizing the number of patients seen daily while reducing wait times for clients.
- Care for animals as they recovered from surgical procedures.
- Collaborated closely with veterinary staff to ensure timely completion of tasks and optimal patient outcomes.
- Updated pet owner's knowledge on available products that will enhance their pet's wellbeing.
Sales Associate
Tilly's Clothing Store
Farmington, UT
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
GED -
Farmington High School
Farmington, UT05.2020
Skills
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Laboratory Testing
- Closed-chest CPR
- Medical Histories
- Treatment and Research Records
- Sample Collection
- Critical Care Nursing
- Client Communication
- Venipuncture
- Compassionate Care
- Phone etiquette
- Computer Skills
- Data Entry
- Time Management
Timeline
Lead Overnight Veterinary Nurse
MedVet
09.2023 - Current
Specialty Veterinary Nurse
Granite Vet Specialists
09.2022 - 09.2023
Critical Care Veterinary Nurse
MedVet
05.2021 - 09.2022
Oncology Veterinary Technician Assistant
WestVet/MedVet
03.2020 - 05.2021
Veterinary Technician Intern
Canyon View Cares
08.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
Tilly's Clothing Store
12.2018 - 05.2019
GED -
Farmington High School