Nikita Oliver
Miami,FL
Summary
Fully qualified multilingual boat charter captain responsible for delivering safe and value added customer experiences.
Dynamic and enthusiastic demeanor with a passion for working with horses and with children.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Animal Hospital
Fort Lauderdale, FL
07.2022 - 11.2024
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
Horse Riding Trainer/Instructor
Ross nye stables
London , UK
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Planne and taught individual and group lessons to riders of all ages and abillities.
- Organized supervised and evaluated horse riding activities in a safe envirement.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques for mounting,dismounting,controlling the horse ,steering,speed control,and stopping.
- Customized guided tours around Hyde Park
- Trained and acclimatized new horses.
- Multilingual tours.
- Provided daily care and grooming of horses, including brushing, bathing, clipping, and hoof cleaning.
- Developed individualized training plans for each horse based on experience level and needs.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed when working with the horses.
- Provided daily care for horses, including feeding, grooming, and exercising them.
- Maintained barns, stalls, paddocks and other horse-related facilities in a clean and safe condition.
- Assisted with the administration of medications to horses as needed.
- Trained horses to respond to verbal commands and body language.
- Instructed students on proper horse care, grooming, tacking up, and saddling techniques.
Miami VIP Boat Rentals
Boat Captain
Miami Beach, FL
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Ensured the safe navigation of vessels in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Communicated regularly with passengers regarding weather conditions, course changes, and other relevant information.
- Delivered 'once in a lifetime experience' with consistently outstanding reviews.
- Instructed new crew members on proper procedures for operating marine vessels safely.
- Created customized multilingual tour program with consistently outstanding guest experiences.
Dog Adoptions Volunteer
Miami Dade Animal Services
Miami, FL
03.2019 - 08.2022
- Assisted with the daily care and maintenance of animals in the shelter, including feeding, cleaning, and walking.
- Provided potential adopters with information about animal breeds, temperaments, and behaviors.
- Ensured that all paperwork for adoptions was completed accurately and filed properly.
- Organized fundraising events to raise awareness about animal welfare issues and generate donations for shelter operations.
- Performed behavioral assessments of animals to determine suitability for adoption into suitable homes.
Education
Maritime Studies
US Merchant Mariner Seaschool
Fort Lauderdale, FL07-2023
Veterinary And Zookeeper Assistant
Animal Behaviour College
Miami, FL09-2021
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA05-2019
Skills
- Safety and Quality focus
- Communication,Relationship building
- Customer satisfaction"can do"attitude
- Problem solving,colloborative,creative
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- PET CPR and First Aid certified
- Full US Driving License and Motorcycle
- Florida State Recreational Boat License
- Florida Early Childhood Professional Development
- Gallop level 7 French Horsemanship
- Florida early childhood Professional Development Training Certificate
- Specialized in child development,behavioral observation and screening,identifying child abuse and neglect
Affiliations
- Member of save the Manatee Club
- Private Pilot License in progress
Timeline
Horse Riding Trainer/Instructor
Ross nye stables
04.2024 - 09.2024
Miami VIP Boat Rentals
Boat Captain
07.2023 - 04.2024
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Animal Hospital
07.2022 - 11.2024
Dog Adoptions Volunteer
Miami Dade Animal Services
03.2019 - 08.2022
Maritime Studies
US Merchant Mariner Seaschool
Veterinary And Zookeeper Assistant
Animal Behaviour College
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School