Terry Sano
Dolores,CO
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Nurse with extensive experience at Alpine Animal Hospital, excelling in patient monitoring and compassionate care. Proficient in laboratory tasks and diagnostic imaging, I have successfully trained staff and enhanced client communication, ensuring optimal animal health outcomes. Committed to maintaining high standards in medical record-keeping and surgical support.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Nurse
Alpine Animal Hospital
06.1994 - 06.2020
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition..
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Inoculated animals to prevent rabies, distemper, and parvo.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Colorado Mountain College
Glenwood Springs, CO05-1998
Skills
- Highly skilled in laboratory tasks Ran and maintained all lab equipment Supervised others in laboratory tasks & quality control Developed protocols for submission of samples, results entry & billing Cytology and preparation of diagnostic specimens were among my specialties
- Animal handling
- Blood transfusion
- Patient examination
- Client communication
- Venipuncture
- Patient monitoring
- Medical record-keeping
- Euthanasia assistance
- Condition triage
- Surgical support
- Urinalysis testing
- Catheter placement
- Wound management
- Sample collection
- Compassionate care
- Paperless recordkeeping
- Diagnostic imaging Developed radiograph protocols Managed machine inspections, dosimetry badges & staff education
Timeline
Veterinary Nurse
Alpine Animal Hospital
06.1994 - 06.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Colorado Mountain College