Lexie Long

• Improved patient care by providing compassionate nursing support and assistance during examinations, surgeries, and treatments.
• Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
• Performed laboratory tests to help diagnose illnesses and monitor ongoing treatment progress.
• Collaborated with veterinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in a fast-paced environment.
• Reduced stress levels of hospitalized animals through continuous monitoring, comfort measures, and appropriate environmental adjustments.
• Contributed to successful emergency response situations by remaining calm under pressure while assisting with life-saving procedures.

*I currently work as a PRN technician at NVS*

• Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
• Discussed estimate/ plan with clients and processed payments.
• Performed diagnostics, procedures and treatment included but not limited to: CPR, IV catheter placement, blood work, urinalysis, radiographs, sedation, medication administration, knowledge of medication adverse effects.
• Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
• Discharged patients/ filled medications.
• Fielded phone calls, answered questions and took messages for veterinarians.

• Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
• Performed blood draws, fecal floats, nail trims, and properly assessed samples using microscope.
• Assisted Veterinarian and Veterinary Technicians in procedures, including but not limited to: physical exams, surgeries, dentals, after hour emergencies.

• Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally/scheduled appointments and took payments
• Provided food and water to boarding animals.
• Thoroughly cleaned kennels and boarding facility.