The British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) has opened registration for its annual congress with a special anniversary deal. BVNA members who book before the end of July receive a significantly discounted rate of just £50 per day, in recognition of the association’s 50th year anniversary. The congress is also open to non-members who can join […]
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BVNA Congress 2015 – REGISTRATION OPEN
VN Council Election – Quiz the Candidates
This year the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) asked members of the veterinary nursing profession to submit the one question they would like the VN Council election candidates to answer, as part of ‘Quiz the Candidates.’ Candidates were then invited to choose two of the questions put forward and provide a video of their […]
RCVS Council Election – Quiz the Candidates
This year the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) asked members of the profession to submit the one question they would like the RCVS Council election candidates to answer, as part of ‘Quiz the Candidates.’ Candidates were then invited to choose two of the questions put forward and provide a video of their answers, together […]
ZEVN Workshop, 30 & 31 May 2015: Interested in Exotic Veterinary Nursing – Don’t miss out!
Are you a qualified or student veterinary nurse with an interest in zoo and exotic nursing? If so, you may be interested in attending the Zoo and Exotic Veterinary Nursing (ZEVN) Workshop: ZEVN Workshop 2015- Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st May Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 7EU sponsored by Safe4, Omega […]
Student VNs: Present Your Research at BVNA Congress!
Would you like to be a speaker at this year’s British Veterinary Nursing Association’s (BVNA) Congress, raise your professional profile and have 10 minutes in front of the veterinary nursing profession? As an increasingly popular part of congress, this session provides students and RVNs involved in research an opportunity to present their work at BVNA […]
RCVS news: New video sets out how the RCVS benefits animals and the public
A new video released by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) sets out how the College’s activities benefit animal and public welfare by helping to make the profession the best it can be. The video, entitled ‘We are here for you’, features interviews with College staff explaining their roles and how what they do […]
BVNA Student Bursaries
Do you need any help funding your college course, degree or CPD? The British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) are now inviting applications from members for the following bursaries: BVNA Educational Bursary Up to £500 available as assistance for VN’s or students in training or furthering their veterinary nursing education The Kennel Club Charitable Trust Bursary […]
Student Members Wanted on BVNA Council!
Your Voice, Your Choice, Your association! It’s the time of year when the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) are looking for nominations for council members, and this year they are seeking nominations for not only full RVN BVNA members, but Student Members too! There are 2 student council member seats on offer for the right […]
NPL Disruptions Resolved
Clinical coaches and students may have experienced a few technical issues with the Nursing Progress Log (NPL) this morning. The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) have confirmed that they have been in contact with SkillWise who have now resolved the problem and apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.
UK Veterinary Surgeons to use Courtesy ‘Doctor’ Title
Veterinary surgeons in the UK have been given permission to use the courtesy title ‘Doctor’, following a decision made by the Council of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. The decision follows a consultation, to which 11,202 responses were received, where 81% were in favour of the change, 13% against, and 6% did not mind […]