Rebecca Hubbard, in a new series, talks to RVNs about their day-to-day work, finding out what they like and love (and maybe what they don’t) about their jobs, and what it is they get up to.
The BVNA has announced the new members of its council. If you’re thinking this is a bit out of the blue, I suppose it is, mainly because of that bugbear of mine – lack of engagement.
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The first year after qualifying as an RVN is exciting. You’ve passed your exams and your nursing progress log/clinical skills log is behind you, but, even qualified, you’re always learning – one of the great things about this profession.
Every veterinary profession member, including the VN, knows the importance of CPD and further learning. In fact, it’s likely some VNs love it, seeing it as a chance to grow and learn, as well as achieve those much-needed CPD hours.
Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) is an exaggerated inflammatory condition that can start from a local source, yet becomes widely systemic.
On a Saturday in late May, the BVNA’s Kent branch held its first CPD and fund-raising day, with more than 100 veterinary nurses, reps, speakers and helpers turning up to Hadlow College in Tonbridge.
VN Times editor Rebecca Hubbard asks VNs for their opinions on owner advice, compliance and the nurse’s role in practice regarding
this hotly debated topic.
Parasite prevention is a huge part of veterinary nursing. It is important to understand life cycles and treatment protocols to ensure clients and their pets receive the correct information.
Over the past few months, I have been in the privileged position of spending time travelling around the country with my colleagues talking to VNs from all backgrounds about what being a nurse means to them and how they think it can be made better.
VN Times editor Rebecca Hubbard talks to vet nurses about the reception new compulsory microchipping legislation in dogs has had among clinics, and asks for their personal views on the law itself.
Rebecca Hubbard reports from the VN Futures initiative's second regional meeting and the challenge faced by participants of setting what lies next for veterinary nurses.
