Working alongside the veterinary surgeon to help provide a high standard of care for the animals, veterinary nurses carry out important assistance and routine procedures on a daily basis. The majority of veterinary nurses work within a veterinary surgery or hospital and undertake minor surgical procedures, diagnostic tests and medical treatments under the supervision of the veterinary surgeon.
Typical work activities include:
- Holding and calming the animals while the vet examines them
- Preparing animals for surgery and assisting in surgery under veterinary supervision
- Collecting samples and conducting diagnostic tests and medical treatment under veterinary supervision
- Administer treatments, for example, injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressing, first aid, euthanasia/lethal room management
- Caring for in-patient animals
- Providing administrative support including maintenance of up to date and accurate clinical records
- Undertake general cleaning duties throughout the hospital including equipment, animal quarters and premises
- Monitor and restock consulting rooms and surgeries if directed by a staff nurse
- Carry out telephone and general reception duties on a rota basis as required
- Take payments from clients for veterinary services
- Ensure that all clients of the hospital receive, accurate itemised bills at the time of treatment and keep full records of these
- Undertake CPD (continuing professional development) modules and courses
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