Veterinary Nursing
Don’t forget nursing’s legacy
I was keenly interested in the editor’s column about the Veterinary Nurse Initiative and in Liz Hughston’s comments.
Veterinary Nursing
A condescending reply
I am a dual-licensed certified veterinary technician in Arizona and registered veterinary technician in Oklahoma who supports Liz Hughston’s Viewpoint [“Stop Using a Non-Existent Title,” April/May 2019].
From the Editor
In Support of ‘Nurses’
It’s no secret the North American Veterinary Community, publisher of this journal, is a fervent supporter of the Veterinary Nurse Initiative.
Veterinary Nursing
Stop using a non-existent title
I am writing to ask you to please stop using a title that does not exist in North America to refer to credentialed veterinary staff.
Veterinary Nursing
Wield Your Influence
What a veterinary nurse says and does can make the difference between a pet owner following a recommended treatment plan or rejecting it altogether.
Government/Regulations
Of Nurses and Unions
Key questions in both initiatives are whether clinic morale and teamwork would be affected positively or negatively.
News
Nurse initiative gains early victory in Ohio
A House committee endorses identifying veterinary technicians as nurses.
Patient Care
Make Surgery an Exceptional Experience
Top-notch communication and protocols will wow clients and ensure the best possible care of their pets.
Patient Care
Build a Thriving Dental Practice
Veterinary technicians should take the lead in communicating the importance of oral care. Receptionists and kennel staff have key roles, too.