Positive change: workplace culture or team dynamics – where to start?

Workplace culture is rather a buzzword at the moment, but it is widely accepted that knowledge and understanding of workplace culture are crucial to managing a team well (Diez, 2020; Veterinary...

An overview of postoperative wound care: surgical wound dehiscence

To identify early if a surgical wound is at risk of postoperative complications, RVNs need to be aware of risk factors that can increase complication rates for the patient before any surgery is...

A is for airway: intubation guide for common species (part 1)

The ETT length is required to be measured in smaller species. This is performed by having the ETT next to the animal's head and ensuring that the ETT is between the canines and the thoracic inlet to...

Volunteering abroad as a registered veterinary nurse

That experience truly changed me. It boosted my confidence in the adaptability of my nursing skills and allowed me to see the direct, positive impact of our work on both the animals and the local...

A guide to the BSAVA Vet Nurse Merit Awards: advanced CPD for first opinion nurses

The BSAVA Vet Nurse Merit Award (VNMA) courses were introduced as part of the organisation's ongoing commitment to advancing the role of veterinary nurses within the veterinary profession.