Kim Mauldin
Tuttle,OK
Summary
Compassionate Vet Nurse focused on animal health and wellbeing. Skilled in examinations, assessments, collecting blood urine or fecal for testing, placing IVC and starting appropriate fluids and Iv medication. Protects animals under care with proper restraints, clean environments. Specialized in animal care, surgical assistance, all forms of medication administration, fostering effective communication and empathy among team members. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency through time management skills.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Nurse
Schrag Animal Clinic
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
03.2025 - 09.2026
- Administered IV, SQ, IM, and oral medications; placed IV catheters; started IV fluids; and monitored hospitalized patients to ensure optimal recovery.
- Assisted veterinarians in medical procedures and examinations, contributing to accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
- Collected patient histories, performed physical exams, and recorded TPRs. Monitored vital signs and documented patient health information during evaluations.
- Collected blood, urine, and fecal samples; prepared samples for processing; and completed radiographs and ECGs.
- Educated clients on vaccine schedules, preventive care, and spay/neuter benefits to enhance animal health and client compliance.
- Logged, secured, and tracked controlled drugs to fill prescriptions and administer medication.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all patients.
- Kept kennels, exam rooms, and treatment areas clean and organized.
- Sedated, intubated and maintained patients under anesthesia during procedures
- Maintained a sterile field, by cleaning, wrapping, and sterilizing instruments, sanitizing the surgical suite, and maintaining anesthesia equipment.
- Adhered to established safety standards while handling hazardous drugs and chemicals. when handling hazardous drugs and chemicals.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Determined appropriate dosages of medication based on weight calculations using veterinary scales.
Referral Liaison
Neel Veterinary and Emergency Hospital
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
07.2022 - 03.2025
- I was their Referral Liaison. I worked mostly from home calling on referred clients after an ICU stay or major surgery to see how the pet was doing and to make sure the client was happy or if not took any issues to management. updated their Veterinary list in Cornerstone called every clinic and updated any changes to Veterinarians in house, emails, practice managers' address changes. Then I updated the Referral list on a different software.
- Visited clinics to provide updates on new equipment and changes in referral processes, which enhanced communication and support for veterinary partners.
- I filled gaps in the clinic by checking in and out patients and sending records, as well as filling medications for clients and ICU patients.
- The last 6mos everyone working at home was called in to work inside the clinic filling gaps wherever needed. I worked in Reception checking patients in/out sending records, then Pharmacy filling medications for clients, the ER and ICU patients.
Veterinary Nurse
Animal Emergency and Surgical Center
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2007 - 05.2022
- Critical care of admitted pts, drawing blood, collecting fecal and urine specimens, running labs, reading slides, placing catheters following Dr. orders for a course of care while hospitalized.
- Logged, administered, and maintained accurate records and inventory for controlled substances to ensure compliance and safety.
- Cleaned, wrapped, and sterilized medical instruments and equipment to maintain hygiene standards in the clinic.
- Conducted cystocentesis, thoracocentesis, GDV decompression, and urinary catheterization of male cats and dogs under Dr supervision to deliver essential patient care.
- Managed scheduling, inventory, and weekly ordering. Maintained employee files and oversaw nurse and kennel staff management.
- Worked on Animal Intelligence and Cornerstone software, Idexx in house labs including ProCyte, Catalyst, snap readers, sedivue, digital radiology
Medical Assistant
Convenient Care Urgent Care Clinic
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2004 - 08.2007
- Supported Dr. Adam Vascellaro, D.O., Dr. Kim King, D.O., and Dr. Veal, by taking vitals, gathering patient histories, administering IM and SQ injections, drawing blood, and taking radiographs.
- Applied splints to stabilize injuries during patient treatment. during patient treatment., laceration repair setup, and physician assistance during procedures.
- Conducted in-house lab tests, maintained clean and stocked exam rooms, ensured HIPAA compliance, and relayed patient concerns, condition updates, and refill requests to physicians.
- Supported workers' compensation and accident cases by filing and charting medical records.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding the safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records to support effective patient care through filing, charting.
- Executed regular inventory checks to maintain necessary medical supplies for patient care, to maintain adequate medical supplies and equipment; filled and kept accurate records of Controlled Substances on the premises.
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Acme Dog and Cat Hospital
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
03.1995 - 11.1998
- Marianne Kelley DVM Retired
- Assisted veterinarian during examinations and procedures with animal handling.
- Prepared and administered medications according to veterinary staff instructions.
- Administered medications orally, topically, and subcutaneously according to veterinarian's instructions.
- Managed appointment scheduling and client communications, streamlining operations and improving client satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms and surgical areas to ensure safety.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Administered vaccinations, medications, and treatments prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Managed appointment scheduling and client communications for efficient operations.
- Educated pet owners on proper care, nutrition, and preventive health measures, fostering better health outcomes for pets.
- Worked full time in veterinary practice providing high-quality animal care.
- Provided parttime weekend support for two years, focusing on inventory management and the care of boarding and ill animals.
- practice sold
Reception and vet assistant duties
Roberts Companion Animal Hospital
01.1994 - 04.1995
- Dr. Frank Roberts Retired
- Managed reception and veterinary assistance tasks to support efficient clinic operations
- Assisted veterinarians with performing examinations and treatments on animals.
- Observed animal behavior and communicated changes to veterinary staff to facilitate timely care
- Prepared surgical instruments and ensured cleanliness in operating rooms for optimal patient safety
Laboratory Phlebotomist
Presbyterian Hospital (OU Medical)
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
01.1985 - 01.1994
- Delivered reception services in laboratory for 4 months and performed all aspects of phlebotomy for 7.5 years,
- Executed venipuncture techniques to collect blood samples from patients, ensuring accuracy and patient safety, including drawing blood gases and collecting samples during code blues; processed microbiology samples for 2 months.
- Recorded patient information and sample data meticulously to ensure data integrity and support laboratory operations.
Audited trucking invoices, AR and deposits
Mistletoe Express
01.1983 - 01.1985
- Audited client invoices for discrepancies, ensuring accuracy before billing.
- No longer in business
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Reception and vet assistant duties
Greenbriar Animal Hospital
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
12.1980 - 01.1983
- Dr. Glen Huckabee Retired
- Worked 1 yr, was laid off, worked again 1981-1983(1.5yr)
- Educated pet owners on proper animal care and health practices.
- Informed pet owners on best practices for animal care and health, and enhancing their understanding and compliance.
- Coordinated patient records and scheduled veterinary appointments, ensuring streamlined operations.
- Prepared animals for surgery by ensuring they were properly anesthetized and positioned.
- Restocked essential supplies for veterinary treatments to maintain operational readiness.
- Supported veterinarian with surgical prep and tasks for spaying/ neutering, dental extractions, and orthopedic cases
- Ordered laboratory tests requested by a veterinarian such as urinalysis, fecal exams, cultures.
- Maintained cleanliness of hospital facilities, ensuring a safe environment.
- Monitored vital signs and the progress of post-operative animals, ensuring optimal recovery and care.
Kennel and vet assistant duties
South Bypass Veterinary Hospital
Oklahoma City, Ok
01.1978 - 10.1978
- Dr Forest Stockton-retired
- Performed all kennel and assistant duties including but not limited to monitoring surgical patients before during and after procedures.
- Handled reception duties, answered phones, and assisted clients in scheduling appointments.
- Ensured accurate medication preparation for pet treatments.
Education
High School Diploma -
US Grant Highschool
Oklahoma City, OK05-1982
Skills
- Veterinary nursing
- Patient assessment
- Physical examinations
- Medication administration
- IV catheter placement
- Anesthesia delivery
- Anesthesia oversight
- Surgical assistance
- Emergency response
- Critical care
- Client support
- Patient diagnostics
- Diagnostic imaging
- Venipuncture
- Wound management
- Animal care
- Medical records
- Digital records
- Inventory control
- Equipment maintenance
- Isolation protocols
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
Affiliations
- Volunteered for the National Brittany Rescue group for 3 yrs, I was the coordinator for the state of Oklahoma, taking in fosters getting medical attention to those needing it, working through applications to find the right fit for the Oklahoma fosters. I have taken in many strays, vetted them gave them basic training and found great homes for each one.
- Most of my life I have had horses and many breeds of dogs. I have been passionate in my jobs working with animals because they cannot speak for themselves and need advocates, I feel this has been my calling even as a small child.
Timeline
Veterinary Nurse
Schrag Animal Clinic
03.2025 - 09.2026
Referral Liaison
Neel Veterinary and Emergency Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2025
Veterinary Nurse
Animal Emergency and Surgical Center
08.2007 - 05.2022
Medical Assistant
Convenient Care Urgent Care Clinic
01.2004 - 08.2007
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Acme Dog and Cat Hospital
03.1995 - 11.1998
Reception and vet assistant duties
Roberts Companion Animal Hospital
01.1994 - 04.1995
Laboratory Phlebotomist
Presbyterian Hospital (OU Medical)
01.1985 - 01.1994
Audited trucking invoices, AR and deposits
Mistletoe Express
01.1983 - 01.1985
Reception and vet assistant duties
Greenbriar Animal Hospital
12.1980 - 01.1983
Kennel and vet assistant duties
South Bypass Veterinary Hospital
01.1978 - 10.1978
High School Diploma -
US Grant Highschool