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Education
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Certification
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Heather Fielding

Summary

I am an accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Nurse

Selkirk Veterinary Hospital
07.2016 - Current
  • Improved patient care by providing compassionate nursing support and assistance during examinations, surgeries, and treatments.
  • Remote Access (past 5 years) to Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment follow ups via phone and email. Educating pet owners on preventive healthcare measures, dental procedures, Laser therapy and Fear Free practices.
  • Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anesthesia administration was safe and effective.
  • Fear Free certified Elite since 2020. Over 40 hours of CE regarding reducing fear anxiety and stress in pet coming to the hospital and applying those practices in a hospital setting.
  • Collaborated with veterinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in a fast-paced environment.
  • Contributed to improved patient outcomes by participating in ongoing professional development and staying current on veterinary nursing best practices.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Contributed to successful emergency response situations by remaining calm under pressure while assisting with life-saving procedures.
  • Certified Laser therapist since 2016. Providing alternative therapy to pets for pain management on acute and chronic conditions as well as after orthopedic surgery care. Client education and follow up care.
  • Supported veterinarians in successfully diagnosing complex cases by performing diagnostic imaging such as radiographs.
  • Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.

Veterinary Nurse

Big Rock Animal Hospital
07.2011 - 06.2015
  • Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
  • Ensured effective recovery after surgical procedures through diligent post-operative monitoring and care of patients.
  • Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
  • Equine and small animal services

Veterinary Nurse

Big Hill Veterinary Services
06.2010 - 06.2011
  • Mixed animal practice. Generalized nursing skills. Surgery, dentistry, nutrition, parasite control, laboratory procedures, client education and providing patient care.

Veterinary Nurse

Grand Forks Veterinary Services
07.2006 - 05.2010
  • Small animal hospital providing nursing care for in hospital patients for illness or surgery, on call services and triage and care for emergencies.
  • Set up and provided blood transfusion services for the area.
  • Client communications and education services regarding nutrition senior care and wellness.

Education

Veterinary Nursing Diploma - Veterinary Nursing

Royal Collage of Veterinary Nurses
Glasgow UK
01.2005

Completed VN Preparation Courses - Veterinary Nursing Prep Course

Edinburg Telford Collage
Edinburg UK
2002

Skills

  • Self-Motivated
  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Remote working experience
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Extensive medical knowledge
  • Computer proficient,Typing skills and comfortable with 10 key
  • Detail orientated
  • Passionate about animal care

Certification

Fear Free certified ELITE (over 40hours of CE) Professional certification to recognize the pets emotional wellbeing and reduce fear anxiety and stress at home and in a hospital setting.


Certified Therapeutic Laser therapist/operator. Providing alternative rehabilitation services to pets for pain management of acute and chronic conditions.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Veterinary Nurse

Selkirk Veterinary Hospital
07.2016 - Current

Veterinary Nurse

Big Rock Animal Hospital
07.2011 - 06.2015

Veterinary Nurse

Big Hill Veterinary Services
06.2010 - 06.2011

Veterinary Nurse

Grand Forks Veterinary Services
07.2006 - 05.2010

Veterinary Nursing Diploma - Veterinary Nursing

Royal Collage of Veterinary Nurses

Completed VN Preparation Courses - Veterinary Nursing Prep Course

Edinburg Telford Collage
Heather Fielding