Why RVNs and Vets Make Brilliant Teachers (and How to Become One)

If you’re a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) or veterinary surgeon, chances are you’ve explained a procedure to a nervous client, supported a student through a tough day, or guided a colleague through a new skill – probably without even thinking of it as “teaching.” RVNs make some of the best teachers, often long before they […]

Why Veterinary Nursing Is More Than Just a Job

When you think about veterinary nursing, you might picture someone cuddling kittens, holding a paw during surgery, or assisting in a busy clinic. While all of those moments are part of the veterinary nurse role, the veterinary nursing profession is far more than a series of tasks or a job that ends when your shift […]

What’s Next After RVN Registration? Planning Your 3-, 5-, and 10-Year Career Map

Becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) is a major milestone – a moment to be proud of, after years of study, clinical placements, and rigorous assessments. But once the registration certificate is in hand, many RVNs are left wondering, what comes next? The truth is, registration isn’t the end – it’s the beginning of your […]

Burnout vs Boredom as an RVN: Understanding the Difference and What to Do Next

You’re getting through the day. You’re doing what’s expected – caring for patients, supporting your team, keeping things moving. But something feels off. Maybe you feel drained all the time, or like you’re just going through the motions. The spark that once lit up your veterinary nursing career feels dim, or even gone altogether. Is […]

Training as a Veterinary Nurse in Your 30s, 40s, 50s or Beyond? Yes, It’s Possible – and Worth It

For many people, a love of animals has been lifelong – but life doesn’t always lead straight into a veterinary nursing career. Whether you’ve worked in a different industry, taken time out to raise a family, or simply want a more meaningful career path, training to become a veterinary nurse in your 30s, 40s, 50s […]

From Student Vet Nurse to Practice Manager: Laura Doran Shares Her Veterinary Nursing Career Journey

Laura Doran completed her veterinary nurse training with us in 2007, going on to study the Level 5 Operations/Departmental Manager Apprenticeship, incorporating the ILM Level 5 Diploma for Operational Leaders and Managers. Here, Laura shares her career journey so far, as well as her experiences training at CAW: I started my Veterinary career in March […]

What Is Evidence-Based Veterinary Nursing – and Why Every RVN Should Be Doing It

“Evidence-based veterinary nursing” is a phrase you’ve probably heard a lot in CPD sessions, journal articles, or team meetings. But what does it actually mean in the day-to-day life of a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)? More importantly, how can it shape the future of your veterinary nursing career? The answer isn’t just about research papers. […]

Writing as an RVN: Could You Be the Next Published Author?

If you’re a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), chances are you’ve read an article in VN Times, Veterinary Nurse Journal (VNJ), or an online CPD platform and thought, “That’s really useful.” But have you ever considered writing something yourself? You don’t need to be an academic, a specialist, or a lifelong writer to contribute to the […]

What Is Reflective Practice – and How Can It Improve Your Veterinary Nursing?

In a busy clinical environment, most Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) are experts at doing. Tasks are ticked off, patients are cared for, and problems are solved. But how often do you stop and think: “What just happened — and what can I learn from it?” That’s the essence of reflective practice, and for veterinary nurses, […]

Should You Top Up Your Veterinary Nursing Qualification To A Degree? 8 Questions RVNs Should Ask Before Returning To Education

If you’re a registered veterinary nurse (RVN) who qualified with a diploma or foundation degree, you may have considered topping up your qualification to a full honour’s degree. Many RVNs are choosing to complete a veterinary nursing top-up degree for a variety of reasons: to open up new career opportunities, enhance their professional practice, or […]