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A Season of Empowerment
New articles on imaging positioning, nutrition math, and opioid-free analgesia; open applications for 2024's Rippie Scholarship; and an exclusive look inside a veterinary assistant program at a California correctional facility.
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Expanding the Veterinary Nurse/Technician Scope of Practice as a Solution to the Field’s Staffing Shortage
Two U.S. states are currently in talks on legislation that will significantly expand the veterinary nurse/technician's scope of practice.
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VTS in Diagnostic Imaging
Diagnostic and advanced imaging specialists have a plethora of modalities at their disposal that have the ability to see what's going on inside patients.
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Clinic Champion: Deana Cappucci
Everyone has that one "soul pet" or patient that was a catalyst in their career. When Deana's beloved dog was diagnosed with a disease requiring extensive rehabilitation, she took it upon herself to learn everything she could about rehab, and then applied it to helping other patients and veterinary nurses.
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Incarcerated Students Gain Skills, Confidence Through Veterinary Assistant Program
The veterinary assisting program at Elmwood Correctional Facility offers a veterinary nurse the chance to share her passion for veterinary medicine.Personal/Professional Development
Making a Positive Impact
Help us celebrate the 2022 Rippie Scholars!Personal/Professional Development
An Updated View of Our Profession: The NAVTA 2022 Demographic Survey
The report contains sections with information on wages and hours, job satisfaction and wellness, utilization, and more, giving updated insight into each of these areas.
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Mastering the Art of Veterinary Nurse Communication
Verbal and nonverbal communication are vital, yet often underlooked, aspects of everyday interactions between your coworkers and clients.