Isabelle, a skilled and passionate Veterinary Nurse at Companion Animal Veterinary Hospital (CAVH), brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team. Her educational background is comprehensive, with Certificate II and III in Animal Studies, as well as Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, all completed at Yallah Tafe.
Isabelle's career in the animal care industry began at a dog groomer's, where she worked for nearly two years. Her journey also includes valuable experience at the RSPCA and various veterinary clinics. Through these roles, she discovered her true passion lies in Veterinary Nursing.
A particular area of interest for Isabelle is surgical cases. She finds herself drawn to challenging surgeries, especially those involving abscesses and dental procedures.
What Isabelle enjoys most about her role is the constant learning and the opportunity to engage her mind with unusual and complex cases. This aspect of veterinary nursing keeps her motivated and continuously evolving in her profession.
At home, Isabelle shares her life with a bearded dragon named Anikan and a cat named Ahsoka. A surprising twist in her pet-owning experience was discovering that Anikan, who she thought was male for two years, was actually female when she found a clutch of eggs in her tank!
In her free time, Isabelle indulges in hobbies like crocheting and whale watching. Her love for the ocean also extends to swimming with whales, an experience she cherishes deeply.
Isabelle's connection with CAVH began in her youth when she did work experience at the clinic in year 8. The passion and dedication of the CAVH team made a lasting impression, inspiring her to set a goal to return as a qualified veterinary nurse.
Her involvement in the Dapto community is marked by her performances at the Dapto Christmas Carols with her church during her younger years.
A fun fact about Isabelle? She's not only adventurous in the great outdoors but also creative, with a knack for special effects makeup.
Isabelle's combination of professional expertise, passion for continuous learning, and diverse interests make her an invaluable member of the Companion Animal Veterinary Hospital team.
