Nicole Casagrande
Highland Lakes,NJ
Summary
Motivated and passionate licensed veterinary technician with a strong skill set in animal care, diagnostic procedures, and surgical assistance. Recognized for exceptional teamwork and adaptability, consistently providing reliable support, a positive attitude and fostering effective collaboration. Expertise in patient monitoring, medication administration, anesthesia and meticulous maintenance of medical records, all aimed at achieving the highest quality of patient care and client satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Setauket Animal Hospital
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted and performed procedures such as radiology, ultrasound guided cystocentesis, dentistry, critical care, placement of IV catheters, administering and monitoring of anesthesia, taking intravenous blood samples, running laboratory work, surgical preparation and postoperative care
- Assisted with variety of surgical procedures such as routine and elective surgeries, splenectomy, foreign bodies, cystotomy, and orthopedic
- Obtained patient history from owners and assisted in performing physical examinations with DVMs.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously monitoring vital signs and adjusting anesthesia levels during procedures.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Cultivated a high-performance culture through effective delegation, teaching, and positive reinforcement.
Veterinary Technician
Twins Veterinary Hospital
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Provide direct care to patients by assisting and performing procedures such as radiology, critical care, placement of IV catheters, administering and monitoring anesthesia, taking intravenous blood samples, running in house laboratory work, surgical preparation and postoperative care
- Triage patients in appointments and educate clients on animal health, preventative care, vaccine scheduling and procedures
- Responsible for tending to and caring for all animals boarding in facility
- Administer treatments and medications to hospitalized cases
- Assist veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines, restraining patients and surgical operations
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
Veterinary Technician
Paumanok Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted and performed procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care, placement of IV catheters, administering and monitoring anesthesia, taking intravenous blood samples, running laboratory work, surgical preparation and postoperative care
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines, and operations
- Trained other LVTs in operations and procedures
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments
- Administered medications to animals in treatment
- Educated clients on animal health, preventative care and procedures
- Prepared in house cytology slides for ScopioVet with diff quik stain
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NY05.2019
High School Diploma -
Patchogue-Medford High School
Medford, NY06.2011
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Intravenous catheterization
- Surgical procedures and support
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Dental Procedures
- Emergency and preventive care
- Diagnostic sampling
- Client Education
- Pharmacy Duties
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Knowledge of Avimark
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Setauket Animal Hospital
07.2022 - 10.2024
Veterinary Technician
Twins Veterinary Hospital
08.2021 - 06.2022
Veterinary Technician
Paumanok Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Patchogue-Medford High School
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Suffolk County Community College
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