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The value of veterinary nurses to practice – changing the mind-set

Stephanie-Writer Davies

There has been some debate in recent months over the value of veterinary nurses to practices, and the ‘cost’ to veterinary businesses of their veterinary nursing staff.

2020-05-22T11:52:39+01:00June 20th, 2019|Views of the profession|8 Comments
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VNs looking to themselves for change

Daniel Hogan

Starting my career as a veterinary nurse in a variety of roles, and moving to senior management positions, I have always been passionate about the profession and my role within it...

2020-03-18T10:20:06+00:00April 3rd, 2017|Views of the profession|1 Comment
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Why aren’t veterinary nurses better advocates for the profession?

Helen Ballantyne

As you read this, veterinary nurses across the country are caring for their patients, ensuring their needs are met. There are veterinary nurses spending their annual leave working with charities...

2020-03-18T10:22:10+00:00May 4th, 2016|Views of the profession|4 Comments
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Where are all the veterinary nurses? Is there a need for another training option?

Laura Kidd

Each year the actual number of veterinary nurses (VNs) in the UK increases (RCVS, 2014) yet, anecdotally, there seem to be insufficient veterinary nurses to meet demand...

2020-03-18T10:23:48+00:00September 7th, 2015|Views of the profession|18 Comments
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