When asked why Nikki chose Veterinary medicine as a profession, she answered "because these creatures love us unconditionally, this is the only way I know how to give back to them for that unselfish love".
Nikki can be found hard at work behind the scenes at our Vista hospital most days, running the treatment room and making sure everyone is well taken care of. If you happen to call, you will immediately recognize Nikki by her southern manners on the phone. She is very helpful and polite and always tries her best to help clients in need. Nikki also handles our inventory which is an enormous undertaking that she tackles with her usual amplomb and amazing work ethic.
After Nikki's initial interview with Dr. Schiebert, Nikki sent Dr. Schiebert a thank you note stating that although she may not be the most experienced for the position no one would work harder or be more grateful for the opportunity to work at Shadowridge than she. In the many years that followed Nikki has completely lived up to and exceeded all of our expectations.
Nikki started out in an entry level nursing position with us and treated every task as though it is of the utmost important. It was this amazing work ethic as well as her aptitude for veterinary medicine and her deep understanding of the human animal bond that led to Nikki rising up the ladder very quickly. At every step, with every promotion Nikki has taken on the challenge as though the results are life and death. Which serves as a solemn reminder to the rest of us that although veterinary medicine can be very rewarding it is hard work. There is no task in the hospital that Nikki is not willing to do and she often stays late to help other departments finish their work before she leaves from her 10-12 hour work day.
Nikki is a contributor to American Pit Bull Terrier rescue and has a special place in her heart for the breed. Her home however, is ruled by a 4 pound Chihuahua named "Rue" who keeps her two champion Blue Pits, Unique and Chino, in line.