Nicole Acosta Guastella
Raleigh,NC
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foster Care Provider
Second Chance Adoptions, Raleigh
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored the health of fostered animals carefully.
- Maintained socialization and reduced stress in the pets by spending time with them and teaching basic commands.
- Walk dogs regularly to promote exercise.
- Kept accurate records of veterinary records and follow-up treatments.
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Big Dog Ranch Rescue
06.2021 - 06.2025
- Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Performed blood draws, catheter insertions, vaccinations, and physical examinations.
- Provided emotional support to distressed or anxious canines.
- Restrained canines during procedures and examinations using appropriate techniques.
Coordinator of Fosters
El Foster Club, PR
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Performed background checks on potential adopters.
- Arrange freedom flights for stray dogs to shelters in the United States such as Bog Dog Ranch Rescue.
- Administered vaccinations and medication required for traveling under veterinary direction.
Veterinary Assistant
Gardenville Veterinary Clinic
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Assist in routine checkups, surgeries, and other procedures. Learned about radiology and surgeries.
- Performed bloodwork, vaccinations, and physical exams of canines and felines.
- Made necessary updates and changes to the patient record system and communicated with families.
Veterinary Shadowing - Dr. Jose De Angel
Equus Veterinary Clinic
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Shadowed Equine Veterinarian.
- Helped prepare trucks for appointments and aided in bloodwork and restraint during exams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science (Veterinary Bioscience Concentration)
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC12-2025
Skills
- Administer Vaccines
- Bloodwork
- Catheter placement
- Costumer Service
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient restraint
- Animal safety
- Sample collection
- Euthanasia assistance
- Medical record-keeping
INVOLVEMENT
- Thailand Global Animal Management Issues, Concerns, and Solutions (Jun 2024- Jul 2024)
- Animal Science Club Volunteer – State Fair Milk Booth (Oct 2022) (Oct 2023)
- City of Oaks Marathon Runner – (Nov 2023) (Nov 2024)
- Shadow Dr. Lewbart Charlotte Trips – (Nov 2022) (Nov 2024)
Certification
Laboratory Safety & Compliance Certifications
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Foster Care Provider
Second Chance Adoptions, Raleigh
08.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Gardenville Veterinary Clinic
05.2023 - 07.2023
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Big Dog Ranch Rescue
06.2021 - 06.2025
Veterinary Shadowing - Dr. Jose De Angel
Equus Veterinary Clinic
05.2021 - 07.2021
Coordinator of Fosters
El Foster Club, PR
01.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science (Veterinary Bioscience Concentration)
North Carolina State University