Vet Nurse Emma

09/07/2024

I'm super excited to be speaking at BVNA Congress this year

11/06/2024

Today is 🐕 🐈 🐇

09/06/2024

Feeling utterly heartbroken today. RIP Frankie dog 💔

29/05/2024

Calling all SVNs approaching their end point assessment. This OSCE practical day focuses on tasks from different course providers to help you to prepare 😀

🗣 Calling all Student Veterinary Nurses!

OSCE Practical Day for SVNs

📅 Saturday 1st June, 10:00 - 16:00
📍 Shires Vets in Stafford, 4, Marconi Gate, Stafford ST18 0FZ

Delivered by: Emma Hall RVN, Joanne Waldron RVN, Kayden Potts RVN

This event will provide a hands-on practice day for SVNs, as valuable preparation for completing the OSCE assessment. The day will include:

✅ An introduction to OSCEs and exam day expectations
✅ How to fulfil all criteria in each OSCE
✅ The opportunity to practice a number of OSCE tasks, as well as for delegates to assess each other under mock OSCE conditions
✅ Revision and preparation tips
✅ How to manage time during the OSCEs
✅ How to prepare for your exam day

Find out more here: https://members.bvna.org.uk/events/6633a4c8441eda000809961a/description?ticket=6633a4c8441eda000809961b

29/05/2024

Please use your vote for the person you feel will be the best advocate for the profession.

🗣️ BVNA Council Elections 2024 – Candidates Announced! 🗣️

We will once again be holding an election for 2024, and there are 7️⃣ nominations in total for the 3️⃣ full (RVN) available seats.

All candidates’ profiles and manifestos can be found here; https://bvna.org.uk/blog/bvna-council-elections-2024-candidates-announced/

📆 Voting opens on Monday 3rd of June, and closes at midday on Friday 28th June 📆

24/05/2024

OSCE revision day in Stafford

🗣 Calling all Student Veterinary Nurses!

OSCE Practical Day for SVNs

📅 Saturday 1st June, 10:00 - 16:00
📍 Shires Vets in Stafford, 4, Marconi Gate, Stafford ST18 0FZ

Delivered by: Emma Hall RVN, Joanne Waldron RVN, Kayden Potts RVN

This event will provide a hands-on practice day for SVNs, as valuable preparation for completing the OSCE assessment. The day will include:

✅ An introduction to OSCEs and exam day expectations
✅ How to fulfil all criteria in each OSCE
✅ The opportunity to practice a number of OSCE tasks, as well as for delegates to assess each other under mock OSCE conditions
✅ Revision and preparation tips
✅ How to manage time during the OSCEs
✅ How to prepare for your exam day

Find out more here: https://members.bvna.org.uk/events/6633a4c8441eda000809961a/description?ticket=6633a4c8441eda000809961b

24/05/2024

BVNA are working tirelessly to this panel discussion explains what is going on behind the scenes.

04/05/2024

Proud to be a part of this team!

02/05/2024

May is Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month or
It is a month dedicated for the veterinary profession to showcase their amazing RVNs.

24/04/2024

BVNA and ABTC Learning Pathway in Behaviour - Now accepting enrolments for our next cohort, starting today! 📆

£95 for BVNA Members | £195 for Non Members*

*A special rate of £131 is also available for Non-Members wishing to register for BVNA Membership at the same time as enrolment

BVNA are delighted to be collaborating with the Animal Behaviour and Training Council again to present this next Learning Pathway in Behaviour.

This course is made up of a series of webinars, reflective activities, MCQs, interactive tasks and a final assessment – all learning and assessment is completed on-demand via BVNA’s Moodle platform.

Find out more information here: https://members.bvna.org.uk/events/65b7ddbdf4c22f00075d3bbf/description?ticket=65b7ddbdf4c22f00075d3bc0

24/04/2024

BVNA's Charity of the Year for Lyndsay Hughes' presidential term is the Thin Blue Paw Foundation; a charity very close to her heart, as both her father, father-in-law and husband have all worked many years as serving police officers.

The Thin Blue Paw Foundation is a national dog welfare charity which protects, celebrates and rehabilitates both serving and retired police dogs from across the United Kingdom.

These dogs do not get financial support from the force that they have retired from. Given the role that these dogs undertake, they are unable to get pet insurance, and this can often mean that health conditions that develop throughout their lives, and often because of their active service, have to be covered by new owners or ex handler. Their work really does make a huge difference to the heroes that they support.

Find out more about the charity here; https://www.thinbluepaw.org.uk/

If you'd like to make a donation, please visit our JustGiving page here; https://www.justgiving.com/page/bvna-ltd-1708947271564?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fbvna-ltd-1708947271564&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

24/04/2024

This will be good for teachers and parents 😊

🐇 Let’s Talk Welfare of Pets in Schools
📆 Wednesday 24th April 2024, 19:00 - 20:00
💻 Online CPD

Join us for this live discussion panel where the BVNA will be joined by David Allen from the RSPCA, Gaynor Davies from the British Hen Welfare Trust and Chris Bennett from Woodgreen Pets Charity, to discuss the welfare of pets being kept in the classroom.

In this session, we’ll provide advice for schools who may already have animals, and also for those considering it. We are here to answer your questions and provide you with the resources to help not only educate children about animal welfare, but also teachers and parents. We’ll also discuss the impact that having pets in the classroom can have on both the children and animals.

Register and find out more here; https://members.bvna.org.uk/events/661d29181532c900081378d1/description?ticket=661d29181532c900081378d2

21/04/2024

Sunny lunch break 🌞

05/03/2024

BVNA Council is made up of a team of registered and student veterinary nurses from around the UK, who work tirelessly for BVNA on a voluntary basis.

All Council members share a common desire to represent the veterinary nursing profession, and with complete belief in what veterinary nursing can achieve.

In this blog, we meet Bronwyn Bailey, a Student Council member currently in her final year of her veterinary nursing degree. Here, Bronwyn discusses her experiences of volunteering as a BVNA Council member, and what she is looking forward to in the future of veterinary nursing; https://bvna.org.uk/blog/working-for-you-meet-bvna-student-council-member-bronwyn-bailey/

Find out more about how we’re working to represent the veterinary nursing profession at: https://bvna.org.uk/

05/03/2024

Applications are open for this year's BVNA Council elections. I am currently in my second year on council and putting myself forward for this role has given me the best opportunities of my career. If you would like more information, feel free to message me 😃

It’s BVNA Council Election time! Nominate someone today 🗣️

Nominations are now open - Have your say on who’s representing you 💚

This year, we have 3 full (RVN) council places available. If you are a member of the BVNA, please click here to find out how to nominate or be nominated for the election: https://bvna.org.uk/blog/bvna-council-elections-2024-have-your-say-on-whos-representing-you/

Important attributes for candidates are a strong commitment to promoting the ideals of the BVNA as well as the veterinary nursing profession in general and a willingness to devote time and effort to representing their fellow members.

Why not join us in shaping the future of our profession?

All online nominations must be submitted by Sunday 31st March 2024 📅

05/03/2024

BVNA Council is made up of a team of registered and student veterinary nurses from around the UK, who work tirelessly for BVNA on a voluntary basis.

All Council members share a common desire to represent the veterinary nursing profession, and with complete belief in what veterinary nursing can achieve.

In this blog, we meet Cheryl Plimmer, a full (RVN) Council member based in the West Midlands, currently in her first year on BVNA Council.

Here, Cheryl shares her career journey as a veterinary nurse so far, which has included volunteering in Slovenia and working in Western Australia. She also discusses why she put herself to become a BVNA Council member; https://bvna.org.uk/blog/working-for-you-meet-bvna-council-member-cheryl-plimmer/

Find out more about how we’re working to represent the veterinary nursing profession at: https://bvna.org.uk/

05/03/2024

Anaesthesia and Arrhythmias: What to do with that funky, funky beat?

Kindly sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim

📅 Wednesday, 29 May, 19:00 - 21:00
📍 AllPets Veterinary Surgery, Ffordd Pendyffryn, Prestatyn, LL19 9DG

2 hours of CPD for Veterinary Nurses!

Speaker: Liza Ebeck RVN NCert Anaesth. AVLM

This evening comprises of 2 lectures. The first 50-minute session is on ECG interpretation, focusing on understanding what is normal and identifying a few of the most common (and urgent!) arrhythmias. The second 50-minute session is on cardiac diseases and anaesthesia considerations for cardiac patients, including monitoring, appropriate anaesthesia drugs and fluid therapy options.

Find out more here: https://members.bvna.org.uk/events/65afa1df86519f0008da19b9/description?ticket=65afa1df86519f0008da19ba

05/03/2024

BVNA Council is made up of a team of registered and student veterinary nurses from around the UK, who work tirelessly for BVNA on a voluntary basis.

In this blog, we meet Kate Davies, a Student (SVN) Council member based in South Wales. Kate shares why she chose to put herself forwards for BVNA Council, and what she’s looking forward to for the future of veterinary nursing.

https://bvna.org.uk/blog/working-for-you-meet-bvna-student-council-member-kate-davies/

05/03/2024

This year is the 20th anniversary of . BVNA have launched their annual competition for veterinary nurses to showcase how wonderful we are! Click the link in this post to find out more

In 2024, BVNA is celebrating and raising awareness of veterinary nursing! ⭐🎉

We know that it’s currently a challenging time for the veterinary profession, and when teams are busy and stretched, time and capacity can be very limited. But we still fundamentally believe that veterinary nurses everywhere deserve to be championed.

That’s why this year we’re inviting you to get involved with complete flexibility over how. Your , your way!

To enter our competition, simply show us any activities you are carrying out this May to educate the general public about , and vitally, why the ‘veterinary nurse’ title needs to be protected in law.

Find out more here; https://bvna.org.uk/blog/your-vnam2024-your-way/

23/11/2023

At BVNA, we represent the entire veterinary nursing profession – which, of course, includes those working in Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) roles.

🥇 As a VCA, we champion that you are a skilled and crucial member of the veterinary team in your own right. And we want to hear from YOU!

Over the coming year and beyond, we’re planning a campaign specifically for VCAs, where we will:

📚 Develop resources and offer CPD tailored to VCAs
🗺 Provide inspiring career stories from those who have truly embraced their role as a VCA
🐾 Raise awareness of the value of the VCA role amongst the veterinary profession AND the public
💪 Highlight how BVNA can support and empower you in your career

If you’re a VCA who is passionate about your role, we’d love to hear from you. Perhaps you have a career story to share, or advice you would pass on to those thinking about becoming a VCA. Or maybe you work with an incredible VCA in practice – if so, tag them below!

Get in touch at [email protected] and be involved in sharing the appreciation for our VCA colleagues.

23/11/2023

The role of the VCA is often the first step into the veterinary nursing profession. While many do progress to become Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs), the VCA is a highly valued member of the team. They have an essential role within many aspects of in-patient care and the smooth running of the practice.

Catch up on our VCA webinar here, which aims to highlight the key tasks undertaken by the VCA, their role within the veterinary team, and also potential opportunities for future career progression; https://youtu.be/B18AFSe3n9c

The session is suitable for:
💚 Those considering veterinary nursing as a career, and wondering where to start
💚 VCAs who would like more information on where the role can progress to
💚 Vets, RVNs and practice managers wishing to learn more about how VCAs can be utilised in their practice, to maximise the potential of their team

23/11/2023

Suture practice on the vet's lunch 😅😅

22/11/2023

VCAs- the BVNA want to hear from you! We want to know how we can support you in your vital role in the veterinary team. DM me or email [email protected]

16/11/2023

Please share this post and tag any VCAs that you know 😊

At BVNA, we represent the entire veterinary nursing profession – which, of course, includes those working in Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) roles.

🥇 As a VCA, we champion that you are a skilled and crucial member of the veterinary team in your own right. And we want to hear from YOU!

Over the coming year and beyond, we’re planning a campaign specifically for VCAs, where we will:

📚 Develop resources and offer CPD tailored to VCAs
🗺 Provide inspiring career stories from those who have truly embraced their role as a VCA
🐾 Raise awareness of the value of the VCA role amongst the veterinary profession AND the public
💪 Highlight how BVNA can support and empower you in your career

If you’re a VCA who is passionate about your role, we’d love to hear from you. Perhaps you have a career story to share, or advice you would pass on to those thinking about becoming a VCA. Or maybe you work with an incredible VCA in practice – if so, tag them below!

Get in touch at [email protected] and be involved in sharing the appreciation for our VCA colleagues.

10/10/2023

I had the best weekend at BVNA Congress and so pleased to have spent the last year working alongside these wonderful people who inspired me on a daily basis. I can't wait to find out what the next year on BVNA Council will bring.

06/10/2023

1st day of BVNA congress complete. Now ready for the Rocky Horror Show quiz night.

21/09/2023

I've got a puncture 😬 A bit of reading whilst I wait. This book is written by Vet nurses for vet nurses and I recommend it to all RVNs and SVNs 😊

16/08/2023

16/08/2023

I can't wait for the highlight of the vet nursing year- BVNA Congress. Who else is attending?

💭 Workshops and Seminars 💭

Did you know that this year, BVNA Congress offers even better value for money? We’re including attendance of ALL workshops and seminars in the price of your ticket!

This means if you want to attend one of our small group sessions, no pre-booking is required – but make sure you get there quickly to grab your spot!

Here’s what you can expect from our workshop programme this year…

🗣 Sarah Ramsden
🦷 Dental radiography
⏰ Fri 6th Oct 9:30 – 11:00

View the full programme and book tickets here; https://bvna.org.uk/congress/

💚 Not a BVNA member? You could also save up to £185 by joining us – find out more about our membership benefits here; https://bvna.org.uk/membership/

24/07/2023

BVNA Council Approves New Officer Team for 2023/24

Following the BVNA Council meeting on Saturday 8th July, the new Officer team were approved and will be formally ratified during the AGM held on Sunday 8th October at BVNA Congress in Telford.

Find out more here; https://bvna.org.uk/blog/bvna-council-approves-new-officer-team-for-2023-24/