Nicole Shearer
Urgent Paws Vet Clinic
Valrico,FL
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience
Dedicated veterinary technician with over 20 years of experience in patient care, diagnostics, and surgical support across diverse veterinary settings. Expertise in critical and urgent care, coupled with a proven ability to thrive in high-volume environments, ensures optimal outcomes for animals and clients. Committed to delivering exceptional animal care while fostering strong client relationships through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Authorized to work in the US for any employer, bringing extensive knowledge and a passion for animal welfare to every role.
Work History
Veterinary Technician
2 Years 1 Month- Obtain pertinent medical histories/triage
- Restrain for exams/procedures
- Obtained diagnostic samples, radiographs, blood pressure, IOP
- Provided care, as directed by DVM
- Reviewed medication and educated pet owners
- Exotic experience
- Inventory management
- Managed social media
Veterinary Technician
1 Year 6 Months- Patient care to include preventative medicine to diagnostics and surgery
- Client education
- Phlebotomy
- Cytology
- Radiology
- Anesthesia
- Exotics
- Ability to build accurate estimates for patient care
- Ability to explain services provided
- Problem solving to meet patient needs
- Ability to meet the needs of the hospital in availability and positions when support is needed elsewhere
Veterinary Technician
1 Year- Patient care to include preventative medicine to diagnostics and surgery
- Client education
- Phlebotomy
- Cytology
- Radiology
- Anesthesia
- Exotics
- Ability to build accurate estimates for patient care
- Ability to explain services provided
- Problem solving to meet patient needs
Veterinary Technician
4 Years 2 Months- Patient care
- Client education
- Laboratory
- Radiology
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Answering phones, scheduling appointments, confirming appointments, follow-up calls.
Veterinary Technician
3 Years 2 Months- Patient care
- Client education
- Laboratory
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Answering phones, scheduling appointments, confirming appointments, follow up calls
- Inventory management
Dog Trainer
1 Year 8 Months- In home dog training, including basic obedience to problem solving.
Veterinary Technician
11 Years 1 Month- 2 years Critical Care
- 2 years ICU
- 2 years as primary OJT technician
- 5 years rotating departments, including dermatology, oncology, ophthalmology, and surgery
- Helped establish the blood bank at BluePearl Tampa
- Worked with over 125 new graduates as interns
- Managed Holiday and On-Call schedule
Education
Associate's degree - Biology
Skills
Veterinary care
Patient handling expertise
Patient restraint techniques
Clinical monitoring
Phlebotomy skills
Triage
Medication administration
Medication inventory management
Laboratory Experience
Digital imaging
Veterinary terminology
Microsoft Office
Attention to detail
Proficient in organization
Specialty emergency medicine
Specialty emergency medicine
Certification
- Veterinary Technician Certification obtained January 2008 - Certification has lapsed
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Urgent Paws Vet Clinic
04.2024 - 05.2026Read More
Veterinary Technician
Tampa Veterinary Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2024Read More
Veterinary Technician
Harmony Vet Care
10.2021 - 10.2022Read More
Veterinary Technician
Alafia River Animal Hospital
07.2017 - 09.2021Read More
Dog Trainer
Dog-Eze Training Specialists
07.2015 - 03.2017Read More
Veterinary Technician
Vets4Pets Animal Hospital
06.2014 - 08.2017Read More
Veterinary Technician
BluePearl Pet Hospital
03.2002 - 04.2013Read More
University of South Florida-Main Campus
Associate's degree from Biology
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