Ever considered diving into the freelance world of veterinary nursing? Or perhaps you’ve heard the term “locum” tossed around in professional circles and wondered what it meant? Well, you’re in the right place. Here we are looking at the world of locum vet nursing. Understanding the World of Locum Work The word “locum” might sound… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Veterinary Nursing
CV Advice for Veterinary Nurses
Crafting a compelling CV is an essential step for veterinary nurses looking to secure their dream job in the field. Your CV is your first opportunity to make a strong impression on potential employers. To stand out in a competitive job market, it’s crucial to tailor your CV to the specific job you’re applying for… Read more »
Alternative Careers for Veterinary Nurses
Anyone who works within the veterinary profession will know just how rewarding being a veterinary nurse can be. It is a role that is seen as an ideal job for plenty of animal lovers, but your life takes you in a direction that means it’s no longer quite right for you, it could be worth… Read more »
CPD Resources for Vet Nurses
Continuing professional development (CPD) is an important part of a vet nurse’s career, but it can be hard to know where to start when it comes to finding the right CPD activities to complete your required annual hours. Here, we have put together a guide to the best CPD resources for vet nurses. What is… Read more »
What Does a Veterinary Nurse Do on a Typical Day?
If you want to work with animals, then one career you may be considering is veterinary nursing. Veterinary nurses have a wide range of responsibilities, both in assistance to the veterinary surgeon and direct patient care. If you want to know more about what a veterinary nurse does, here we’ll be outlining the responsibilities of… Read more »
Career Progression for Veterinary Nurses
If you’re considering a career as a veterinary nurse, or you’ve already started and are looking towards the future, you may be interested to know what kind of progression you can expect in the role. Veterinary nursing can be an incredibly rewarding career for any animal lover, so here we’ll outline everything you need to… Read more »
Further Qualifications & Training for Veterinary Nurses
Once you are in the position of a registered veterinary nurse, you might wonder how else you can develop your skills and knowledge to further your career. In this blog, we outline some of the key further qualifications for veterinary nurses at an undergraduate and graduate level. What further qualifications are available for veterinary nurses?… Read more »
What Are the Roles and Responsibilities of a Student Veterinary Nurse?
Being a student vet nurse is an exciting challenge, and you will be given a whole variety of daily tasks to take on. In this blog, we explore the roles and responsibilities of a student veterinary nurse so you can get an idea of what the position entails. What is a student veterinary nurse? The… Read more »
How to Become a Locum Veterinary Nurse
Whether you are looking to begin your career as a veterinary nurse and are attracted to the prospect of locum working, or you currently work on a permanent basis and are looking for a change, becoming a locum veterinary nurse can be an attractive option. In this blog, we take a look at how to… Read more »
What Qualities are Needed for Veterinary Nursing?
A vet nurse career can be highly rewarding and it is a path that animal lovers should definitely consider. However, there are certain qualities and skills that are needed to thrive in this job and not everyone will be suited to the role. We’ve outlined some of the key qualities needed for veterinary nursing. … Read more »