Darcy Kallus
Limestone,TN
Summary
Dependable medical and veterinary care skillful in handling animals up to 70 pounds. Demonstrated history of building strong client relationships and bonds with pets. Maintains order when caring for multiple animals with diverse temperaments. Well-versed in health care and animal management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Supervisor
Mountain View Pet Care
01.2016 - Current
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Groomed dogs and cats according to customer specification and breed requirement,
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs..
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Dog Breeder
Mount Bethel Poodles/Maunt Bethel Lagotti
08.2002 - Current
- Treated minor injuries and ailments and contacted veterinarians to obtain treatment for animals with serious illnesses or injuries.
- Oversaw artificial insemination processes and Microscopes, AI kits and equipment uses to maintain efficiency and animal safety.
- Showing dogs with the American Kennel Club competitions
- Increased animal health by designing detailed medication and exercise plans by following veterinary advice. (parasite control, treatment of infections, etc)
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Fed, groomed and watered several lagotti romagnoli and poodles.
School Nurse
Phillipsburg School District
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Oversaw health services for school of over 300 students and faculty.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting Individual Education Plans and health evaluations.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Visiting Registered Nurse
Slatebelt Visiting Nurses
03.2008 - 05.2011
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, interventions and lifestyle changes.
- Coordinated and consulted with Multiple-member healthcare team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Used standard software to assess, monitor and document patient progress, symptoms and vital signs, reporting any concerns to assigned doctor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA05-2007
Skills
- Sanitation protocols
- Animal bathing and grooming
- Kennel disinfection
- Administering vaccines and injectable medications
- Medication documentation
- Problem-solving abilities, Analytical thinking
- Animal breeding and training
- Emergency response
- Microsoft office
- Treatment documentation
- Verbal and written communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Disease prevention
- Customer service
Timeline
Kennel Supervisor
Mountain View Pet Care
01.2016 - Current
School Nurse
Phillipsburg School District
08.2011 - 06.2013
Visiting Registered Nurse
Slatebelt Visiting Nurses
03.2008 - 05.2011
Dog Breeder
Mount Bethel Poodles/Maunt Bethel Lagotti
08.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
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