The Vet Nurse Diary

The journey to become a Veterinary Nurse, working in the Uk during a pandemic and patient cases. My story is only a glimpse into the daily work of Veterinary professionals. I hope it will give an insight into the ups and downs of my work.

Ep.5 Two Dogs, Three Vets and dealing with Self Doubt

Everyday Nurses and Vets treat multiple patients but what happens when two dogs need to see three different Vets at once? Cooperation is key. Imposter Syndrome is common in the work place but there are ways to get on top of your doubts.

03-14
28:53

Ep.10 FHNO, what not to do as a Nurse and new job prospects

Successful surgical day with a Femoral Head and Neck Oscteotomy. What I think are the most annoying and the best things to do as a Nurse. A summary of the podcasting experience

04-20
32:27

Ep.9 PTS in surgery, money and a fox

Put To Sleep while under anaesthesia can raise different emotions. Talking about money in the Veterinary world is a heated topic and what can I do for a fox? Instagram: the_vet_nurse_diary

04-12
27:57

Ep.8 Removing Organs

Deciding when to neuter dogs and cats isn’t straight forward. Removing a damaged kidney surgically surprisingly is.

04-08
24:35

Ep.7 Endoscopy; my cat ate my...

This episode I discuss the use of endoscopes in the vet world and a case where a kitten ate a rubber band. Also whether I should go onto night shifts.

03-28
28:14

Ep.6 The Role of a Nurse in an Emergency

Nurses are vital when dealing with all emergencies. This episode I cover the topic of CPA and the basic steps in CPR/CPCR which I recently presented a webinar on.

03-21
43:16

Ep.4 Chemo Dog & Splenectomy

A small glimpse into Vet Nursing a Chemo patient, the role of anaesthetic nurse handling a splenectomy/liver lobectomy and dealing with self doubt in the workplace. Check out the Insta for info; the_vet_nurse_diary

03-07
29:21

Ep.3 Inpatient Nursing & Aggressive Dog

The “Inpatients nurse” role description; know exactly what everyone is doing before they do it while also monitoring all the inpatients. Cases from the nurses point of view; Addison’s disease, Intussusception and an aggressive dog. Instagram: the_vet_nurse_diary

02-28
43:58

Ep.2 COVID-19 Impact on Work

COVID-19 has had a negative impact on all work places, veterinary practices included. Challenges arise with routine procedures, euthanasia and emergencies. Instagram: the_vet_nurse_diary

02-23
37:59

Ep.1 A Fat Cat With a Sore Eye

This episode I discuss the long journey in becoming an Australian Veterinary Nurse and moving to the Uk. Includes two cases; a fat cat with a sore eye and a dog with an unusual mass. Instagram: the_vet_nurse_diary

02-21
37:45

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