Melina Pena
Webster,TX
Summary
Wellness-focused Animal Caretaker with full complement of skills in feeding, grooming and exercising animals. Talented in delivering routine care and specific treatments meeting animals' needs. Organized in maintaining schedules and staying on top of daily checklists.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Supervisor
Humane Society of Lincoln County
Ruidoso, NM
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Monitored the health of all animals within the facility through observation and physical examinations.
- Facilitated communication between staff members regarding any changes in animal behavior or condition.
- Screened individuals interested in adopting pets.
- Created consistent workflows by assisting with washing, drying and folding duties.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for adopted pets to their new homes if required.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Maintained detailed records of animal numbers, medical issues and behavioral concerns.
- Treated superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
- Communicated regularly with management team regarding staffing concerns or other issues impacting operations.
Lifeguard
Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center
Granbury, TX
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Contacted medical authorities immediately in events of serious injury.
- Checked weather reports to warn public of potential inclement weather and proper safety procedures.
- Inspected rescue tubes and buoys regularly to ensure they are in good condition.
- Filled out incident and accident reports and submitted to supervisor.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
- Logged chemical readings to keep pool water at safe levels and avoid potential illness among patrons.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Monitored surrounding environment constantly to watch for potential risks.
- Utilized training, rescue techniques and proper equipment to aid distressed people.
- Consulted medical protocol to administer CPR, bandage wounds and clean injuries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tolar High School
Tolar, TX05-2020
Skills
- Scheduling Abilities
- Animal Nutrition
- Facility Maintenance
- Behavior Observation
- Medical Assessment
- Care Monitoring
- Exercise Management
- Safety Control
- Group Management
- Safety Monitoring
- Work Planning
- Weight Charting
- Animal Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kennel Supervisor
Humane Society of Lincoln County
08.2021 - 11.2023
Lifeguard
Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center
06.2019 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Tolar High School
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