Kirstin Branch
Plant City,FL
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Nurse skilled in emergency care, triage, and patient diagnostics. Committed to delivering compassionate support and exceptional client communication to enhance animal well-being and improve patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ER Veterinary Nurse, CVT
VEG ER for Pets
South Tampa, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments under veterinarian supervision, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and health status of patients, documenting changes for veterinarian assessment.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests, including blood work and urinalysis, contributing to accurate diagnoses.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency during high-demand periods of operation.
- Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anesthesia administration was safe and effective.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Ensured effective recovery after surgical procedures through diligent post-operative monitoring and care of 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.
- Reduced stress levels of hospitalized animals through continuous monitoring, comfort measures, and appropriate environmental adjustments.
- Contributed to improved patient outcomes by participating in ongoing professional development and staying current on veterinary nursing best practices.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and consistently demonstrating enthusiasm for providing quality care to patients.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Prepared accurate billing statements for clients while addressing any questions or concerns about charges.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
Veterinary Technician
Timberlane Pet Hospital and Resort
Plant City, FL
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered vaccinations and medications to ensure patient health and compliance with treatment plans.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and behaviors of animals, providing critical information for diagnosis.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Trained new staff on clinic protocols and animal handling techniques to maintain high standards of care.
- Implemented patient follow-up procedures to ensure adherence to treatment recommendations and continuity of care.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care for pets during their appointments.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Center at Fishhawk
Lithia, FL
09.2018 - 07.2022
- Enhanced client communication through effective scheduling, record-keeping, and provision of timely updates on animal health status.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgeries, ensuring procedures were carried out smoothly and effectively.
- Conducted pre-surgical assessments, ensuring animals were properly prepared for procedures.
- Developed training program for new technicians, enhancing skill set and efficiency of clinic team.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL12-2023
High School Diploma -
Durant High School
Plant City, FL05-2017
Skills
- Veterinary nursing with compassionate care and patient advocacy
- Medical record-keeping
- Emergency care through triage system
- Laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging
- Intravenous catheter placement and venipuncture
- Preventative care
- Euthanasia assistance
- Medication dispensing
- Client communication
- Anesthesia administration and post operative care
- Procedural support
- Veterinary standards and procedures
- Cash handling
- CPR
Certification
- CVT
- RECOVER certified in CPR (ALS, BLS)
Timeline
ER Veterinary Nurse, CVT
VEG ER for Pets
06.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Timberlane Pet Hospital and Resort
08.2022 - 05.2023
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Center at Fishhawk
09.2018 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
St. Petersburg College
High School Diploma -
Durant High School