The Work Based learning Veterinary Nursing Qualification- an Overview
History of Veterinary nursing
The veterinary nursing qualification was first recognised by the RCVS in 1961 when qualified nurses could use the title of Registered Animal Nursing
Auxiliary (RANA) and in 1984 the title was changed to Veterinary Nurse (VN). This title can only be used by qualified nurses who may use the post nominal letters VN after their name. Qualified nurses are eligible to enter the RCVS register of veterinary nurses which entitles them to practise under veterinary direction.
Recently the profession has undergone many changes, including modifications in the Veterinary Surgeons Act in 1991 which allowed qualified and registered nurses to be able to legally carry out minor surgical procedures and treatments on companion animals for the first time.
In 2007 professional accountability to registered nurses was granted increasing public awareness and recognition of the profession of veterinary nursing as a whole.
What do Veterinary Nurses do
Veterinary nursing is a varied career but responsibilities of a veterinary nurse may include:
