spvs bvna poster
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Veterinary Nurses (VNs) work alongside vets toensure the well-being of their patients. VNs oftenwear bottle green uniforms, but can be recognised bytheir RCVS VN badge, which is awarded uponqualification and entry onto the VN register. Ask anymember of our staff if you are in doubt.
Intensive nursing care
Post-surgical care
Laboratory procedures
General Anaesthesia - monitoring & maintenance
(under the supervision of the Veterinary Surgeon)
Dental care
Radiography
Nurse Consultations
Minor surgery
"This poster was produced as a joint project by the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) and the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons (SPVS) to raise public awareness of the veterinary nursing profession". Suppor ted by
If you are interested in a career in veterinary nursing, please ask to speak to a VN here or visit www.bvna.org.uk or call 01279 408644. Scan the QR Code with your smart phone to find out more.
Promoting animal health & welfare through the ongoing
development of professional excellence in veterinary nursing Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons
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Did you know that: VNs are regulated by a strict code of professional conduct.
VNs undergo rigorous training to level 3 Diploma standard andmany are graduates.
Some veterinary practices are now owned by VNs.
Registered / Listed VNs undertake essential rolesincluding: