Rayne Cherry
Uncasville,CT
Summary
Skilled and compassionate Hospital Corpsman bringing 5 years of United States Navy medical care experience. Well-versed in performing preliminary exams to identify injuries and root causes for illnesses. Currently a fulltime student at UCONN in the preveterinary program there with a major in animal science.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Intern
Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center
Bristol , CT
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted with the daily care and feeding of animals at the museum which include lizards, amphibians, snakes, birds, and small mammals such as rabbits and hedgehogs
- Conducted animal health checks, monitored behavior and reported any abnormalities to supervisors.
- Sanitized and maintained cages, kennels and runs according to established protocols.
- Provided enrichment activities for animals including toys, playtime, socialization and exercise.
- Observed animals for signs of illness or injury and reported findings to veterinarians.
- Performed basic grooming tasks such as brushing coats, trimming nails and cleaning ears.
- Educated visitors on proper animal handling techniques through tours of the museum.
- Conducted research on best practices for animal care and welfare standards.
- Kept daily accurate records of all maintenance and care performed.
- Maintained cleanliness of facilities by sweeping floors, washing dishes and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Attended meetings with other staff members to discuss new strategies for improving animal care.
- Prepared special diets for sick or elderly animals according to veterinary instructions.
- Provided training sessions to volunteers on how to handle animals safely.
- Socialized animals to ensure safety of the animals and visitors.
- Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
Groton , CT
06.2018 - 01.2023
- Contact at 757-705-1813, Supervisor: Chief Leon
- Assisted in prevention and treatment of disease and injuries for 200 patients and inspected food facilities, submarines, water, and child development centers. (Preventative Medicine Department)
- Assisted with covid emergency response and management team by contacting 3,000 patients to monitor symptoms and close contacts daily throughout each patients rom period. (Preventative Medicine Department)
- Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments such as toenail removals, stitches, physical examinations, skin biopsies, pap smears, ETC,.
- Administered medications and immunizations.
- Performed preliminary exams to determine diagnosis and provide medical treatment.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention while simultaneously teaching new corpsman to properly perform the procedures
- Worked as a SAPR VA (sexual assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate) and helped resolve 4 sexual assault cases while also training 400 sailors at NMRTU Groton on how to prevent sexual assault and harassment, how to spot it, and what to do in sexual assault and harassment cases, as well as military law changes regarding SAPR.
- Managed the patient schedule for the medical readiness department at NMRTU navy base clinic and ensure patients were up to date on immunizations, and annual check ups.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Science
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CTSome College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Corpschool
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Emergent care
- Vital signs assessment
- IV insertion
- Quick problem solver
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Able to lift 60 pounds
- Communication skills
- Multitasking
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Quick learner
- Handles conflict well
- Strong work ethic
- Time management
- People skills
- Organizational skills
- Animal Handling
- Animal Care
- Disease Prevention
- Habitat Education
- Human and Animal Safety
- Team Collaboration
- Animal Grooming
Timeline
Animal Care Intern
Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center
02.2024 - 04.2024
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
06.2018 - 01.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Science
University of Connecticut
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Corpschool
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