Kristen Johnson
Lafayette,LA
Summary
I am currently working as a Veterinary Nurse and Customer Care Specialist. I have been working in the Veterinary field for 4+ year. I am passionate about patient care for all animals type. I have experience in human medicine and know how to maintaine relationships which allows me to excel in my workplace.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Nurse/Customer Care Specialist
The Waggin' Train Veterinary Clinic
Scott, LA
10.2021 - Current
- Provides compassionate care to patients and performs all duties in accordance with hospital medical policies and procedures.
- Prepares and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas or vehicle.
- Performs physical examinations; records observations on patients.
- Assists the doctor in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; assists the doctor in administering anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids.
- Gives injections and administers oral medications in accordance with hospital policy.
- Performs emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, opening airways, and external cardiac massage.
- Assists in restraining pets when necessary.
- Performs clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures
- Takes radiographs and administers EKGs and EEGs.
- Admits and discharges patients on the doctor's orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state. Counsels clients on various aspects of animal care
- Understands usage and dosage for all prescription drugs and can readily explain them to the clients
Veterinary ICU Nurse
Lafayette Veterinary Care Center
Lafayette , LA
12.2018 - 10.2021
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Implemented life saving measure to critical patients
- Ensured patients received proper care according to their diagnosis
- Administered life saving drugs along with therapeutic medications. (e.g, Chemotherapy)
- Accurately calculated fluid rates and medications.
- Reported to doctors on the finding and concerns of each patient to ensure client and patient satisfaction.
Registered Medical Doctorate Assistant
Acadiana Medicine Clinic Of Opelousas General
Opelousas , LA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Support the implementation of quality control and assurance to guarantee proper compliance with OSHA, HIPPA, and CLIA regulations.
- Demonstrated efficiency and independence while 4 patient load of 40+ intakes a day while maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Monitored patient vitals and assisted the Doctors with minor surgery while maintaining a sterile felid.
- Contributed as a pivotal member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team by providing ongoing assistant to support staff, patients, and coworkers.
- Assisted in demonstrating necessary lab testing, exams, and vitals (e.g venipuncture, Intravenous catheter placement, administration of injections) for more than 500 patients per week.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technologist
Penn Foster
Only, TN2023
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Medical Doctor Assistant
Blue Cliff College
Lafayette, LA12.2017
Duel Enrollment For Applied Sciences - Biology
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, LA08.2016
High School Diploma -
Avoyelles High School
Moreauville, LA05.2016
Skills
- Ability to maintain customer/client satisfaction while adhering to job duties and rules
- Maintaining client/clinic relationships and building trust
- Ability to main a sterile felid and assist in surgeries
- Direct calls and important information to supporting staff, directory of services
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint along with the knowledge of Medical charting programs/ (eg: Avimark, GMed, ScribeDVM, Cornerstone)
- Maintain composure and positive attitude in the face of difficulties in the work pace
Certification
- Phlebotomy
- Fear Free Pets
- Microsoft Word knowlege Cert.
American Sign Language
I am currently learning American Sign Language along side Spanish to better communicate with clients.
Timeline
Veterinary Nurse/Customer Care Specialist
The Waggin' Train Veterinary Clinic
10.2021 - Current
Veterinary ICU Nurse
Lafayette Veterinary Care Center
12.2018 - 10.2021
Registered Medical Doctorate Assistant
Acadiana Medicine Clinic Of Opelousas General
01.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technologist
Penn Foster
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Medical Doctor Assistant
Blue Cliff College
Duel Enrollment For Applied Sciences - Biology
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
High School Diploma -
Avoyelles High School
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