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Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-05-23T11:10:48+00:00

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Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-05-23T11:07:18+00:00

LOCUM NURSE POSITIONS

Location

Type

Start

End

Sole

On-call

Accom

Notes

Uxbridge

RVN

Immediate

ongoing

No

No

No

08.00 - 17.00 Monday - Friday. No on calls or weekends

Oxford

RVN

Immediate

Ongoing

No

No

No

Possible temp to perm opportunity

West Hertfordshire

RVN

Immediate

Ongoing

No

No

Yes

35 hours per week. Shifts between 08.15 - 19.00. 1 in 4 Saturdays

Crawley

RVN

Immediate

ongoing

No

No

No

Will consider someone who can cover for at least a month

New Malden (London)

RVN

Immediate

3 Months

No

No

Yes

Solihull

RVN

Immediate

6 weeks

No

No

No

Burton on Trent

RVN

Immediately

Ongoing

No

No

No

Birmingham

RVN

Immediately

6 weeks

No

No

No

Melksham

RVN

Immediately

Ongoing

No

No

No

Leeds

RVN

Immediately

Ongoing

No

No

No

Cheltenham

RVN

Immediately

3 weeks

No

No

Yes

Chichester

RVN

25th May

27th May

No

No

Yes

Stroud

RVN

27-May

7th June

No

No

No

Leicester

RVN

27-May

24th May

No

No

Yes

Brentford

RVN

27-May

Ongoing

No

No

Yes

Hove

RVN

27-May

17th June

No

No

Yes

South Essex

RVN

27-May

14th June

No

No

No

Croydon

RVN

27-May

23rd June

No

No

Yes

Leicester

RVN

27th May

31st May

No

No

Yes

Camberley, Surrey

RVN

27th May

6 weeks

No

No

Yes

Accommodation onsite , 1 in 3 Sat mornings

Chingford

RVN

27th May

31st May

No

No

Yes

Winnersh

RVN

27th May

Ongoing

No

No

No

Southend

RVN

28th May

2nd June

No

No

No

5 night shifts - 20.00 - 08.00 - No accommodation

Reigate, Surrey

RVN

3rd June

Ongoing

No

No

Yes

Accommodation based off site so own vehicle required, 35 hours per week, nights and weekends

Bristol

Memorial Service for Murdered Vet

Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-05-23T09:36:55+00:00

Catherine Gowing memorial service for murdered vet

Family, friends and colleagues remembered Catherine Gowing's personality and sense of humour

Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute to a murdered Irish vet at a memorial service in Flintshire.

Catherine Gowing, 37, who had been living in New Brighton, near Mold, was killed last October.

Her housemate's boyfriend Clive Sharp, 46, was sentenced to life in jail after admitting her murder.

People who attended the service in Buckley shared memories of Miss Gowing, who was described as a lovely person with a great sense of humour.

Colleagues at her veterinary practice in Mold organised Saturday's service at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church.

Staff at the surgery also presented Miss Gowing's family with a book of remembrance, which had been signed by colleagues and clients.

Ms Davies said staff were still grieving for their colleague.

"We still feel it very badly every day and our clients do too," she added. "She really was popular."

Miss Gowing had lived in New Brighton for about 18 months before her disappearance.

Sharp, of Bethesda, Gwynedd, was told at Mold Crown Court he would serve a minimum of 37 years in prison for murder and rape.

More than 300 people attended the funeral of Miss Gowing in Kinnitty, County Offaly, in January.

Text from BBC news website

Latest Locum Nurse Roles..

Posted by — 2013-05-16T08:55:11+00:00

Please find below an updated list of the Locum Nurse Positions throughout the UK

Please sign the petition to stop such suffering to furries

Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-05-13T09:20:57+00:00

RSPCA demands action on lab testing video footage
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) is calling on academics and officials to prove their commitment to animal testing standards, in the wake of new footage released by an anti-experimentation campaign group.

Speaking out on World Day for Laboratory Animals (April 24, 2013), the charity called for an independent inquiry into undercover footage showing alleged breaches of animal welfare at Imperial College London, filmed by the British Union for the Abolition of Vivisection (BUAV).

The video footage, taken at Imperial College London and released by BUAV on April 13, shows mice and rats apparently undergoing a range of experiments, including gastric bypasses and craniotomies, and reporting a range of surgical mistakes by researchers.

RSPCA chief executive Gavin Grant said: "When we saw last week's video footage, which appears to show serious malpractice, appalling incompetence and a flagrant disregard for animal welfare at a leading UK university, we asked how this was allowed to happen.

"We, along with the rest of the public, demand reassurance that action is being taken to ensure such unacceptable practices are not occurring in other labs."

In October 2012, more than 40 UK organisations – including Imperial College London – signed up to a Declaration on Openness in Animal Research, pledging commitment to performing animal research to the highest welfare standards.

In addition, 2012 saw the UK's animal testing standards fall into step with Europe – a move that worried welfare groups, which claimed it could open the door to lower standards. According to Home Office figures, numbers of both inspectors and lab inspections have fallen over the past five years.

Mr Grant continued: "The RSPCA has repeatedly warned that a more hands-off approach to regulation from the Home Office could result in standards slipping in some establishments. Research establishments and the Home Office need to see the exposé of Imperial College London as a loud wake-up call.

"Animals have suffered and that is a serious breach of public trust."

He added: "Talk is cheap. Those involved in animal research and testing must back up their claims of concern for animals with real evidence of action."

Learn more about BUAV's undercover investigation into Imperial College London

New spray for minor procedures

Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-05-13T08:38:24+00:00

Instant analgesia with EthyCalm spray

Invicta Animal Health has launched EthyCalm spray, a cryoanalgesic for minor procedures.

The active ingredient, ethyl chloride, acts as a local analgesic (pain relief) when sprayed or wiped onto the skin.

The vapo-coolant is effective rapidly (in just a few seconds) but the effect wears off within a few minutes as the skin warms up again, making EthyCalm particularly suitable for:

venepuncture

tick removal

placing of peripheral venous catheters (PVCs)

EthyCalm spray reduces the animal's response to the procedure, which in turn reduces stress for the patient and practitioner.

The 50ml vial will provide up to 100 applications.

Invicta managing director Rob Watkins said: "We are delighted to launch EthyCalm. During theatre training sessions for our product, ChloraPrep, we realised that the busy nurse doesn't have time to use traditional analgesia methods such as creams – they need something instant yet cost-effective.

"Seeing the widespread use of ethyl chloride in places like Great Ormond Street Hospital, it was obvious that this product needed to be made available to veterinary practices."

For further information call 01403 791313 or visit www.invictavet.com

Client leaflets from BVA

Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-05-13T08:13:21+00:00

Client leaflets to teach public about veterinary profession

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has produced a set of client leaflets to help explain important issues such as the cost of veterinary care, the benefits of pet insurance and how to choose a veterinary practice.

Based on the results of the BVA's member research project – "Your BVA, Your Say" – the leaflets aim to help with the challenge of educating and raising awareness amongst the general public about the realities of veterinary practice to improve public perceptions of the profession.

The cost of veterinary care explained illustrates what goes into providing the service that is on offer to clients and their pets and the cost of providing that service.

How to choose a veterinary practice gives advice about choosing a practice and briefly discusses how practices work, including 24-hour cover.

The benefits of pet insurance briefly looks at the concept of pet insurance, the benefits, the types of policy available, common exclusions, and other essential information. It also help to address some of the most common misconceptions that lead to claims to the Financial Services Ombudsman (FSO), as pet insurance is one of the most hard-fought and sensitive areas of complaint that the FSO sees.

BVA president Peter Jones said: "Challenging, educating and raising public awareness is an area the association will now focus on."

"Our members in practice are feeling the pressure of negative public perceptions often caused by a lack of understanding about the hours vets work and the reasons behind veterinary fees. There was a very strong call from members for the BVA to do more to represent members of the profession to the general public.

"I am pleased to announce these leaflets as an important step forward and urge vets to make them available to clients in their waiting room or reception areas.

"The leaflets can be a good opener for all staff in the practice to engage clients about the services that are on offer, and an opportunity to build confidence in the relationship based on a better understanding of what vets do and how their fees are structured."

These and any future leaflets can be downloaded, free of charge, from www.bva.co.uk/public

Vet needed in Norfolk

Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-05-03T14:28:17+00:00

Small animal Veterinary Surgeon required for recently refurbished practice in Norwich, Norfolk.

The position would suit someone who has at least two years experience. You must be able to complete all first opinion consults and surgery.

This is a multi-vet practice, therefore excellent support from experienced colleagues. Excellent salary including bonuses, accommodation and car.

For more information please contact Richard on 07584 311 239 or email richard.corfield@rigvets.co.uk ...

Exciting new Head Nurse Role in Bristol

Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-05-03T14:16:07+00:00

Title Head Nurse, Bristol

An exciting opportunity has come up for a Head Nurse to to join a leading Veterinary Hospital. You will need the following skills and experience. Experience working within a team leader role. Highly organised with excellent communication skills. Calm, efficient and focused with the ability to priorities, multitask and delegate. It will be advantageous if you have clinical coaching skills as you will be developing and monitoring the nursing team.

The practice offers excellent opportunity to develop yourself and gives responsibility to drive and shape the future of the practice. Excellent salary and benefits available.

For more information please contact Richard on 01392 314 760/07584 311 239 or email richard.corfield@rigvets.co.uk...

How much do you earn?

Posted by jenvetnurse — 2013-04-25T15:43:44+00:00

Veterinary staff urged to participate in salary survey

Veterinary surgeons, VNs, receptionists, practice managers and other practice staff are all being urged to supply their salary details to help benchmark pay in the sector.

The calls come as part of 2013 Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons (SPVS) salary survey. This is the largest survey of its kind, and aims to give "a valuable insight into employment conditions in the veterinary profession in the UK".

The SPVS survey, which is run in conjunction with Veterinary Practice Managers Association, the British Veterinary Nursing Association and the Association of Vets in Industry, is now available online.

A SPVS spokesman said: "We invite all veterinary staff to complete the survey, which can be accessed via the SPVS website and following the link at the top of the page. The survey closes on May 31, 2013 and a summary of the results will be published in Veterinary Times. The full report will be sent to members of participating organisations."

As an added incentive, non-member vets who complete the survey can claim three months free membership, which will include access to the results of this and other salary and fees surveys, as well as access to SPVS' online discussion list.

Participate in the SPVS 2013 Salary Survey


Location	Type	Start	End	Sole	On-call	Accom	Notes
Uxbridge	RVN	Immediate	ongoing	No	No	No	08.00 - 17.00 Monday - Friday. No on calls or weekends
Oxford	RVN	Immediate	Ongoing	No	No	No	Possible temp to perm opportunity
West Hertfordshire	RVN	Immediate	Ongoing	No	No	Yes	35 hours per week. Shifts between 08.15 - 19.00. 1 in 4 Saturdays
Crawley	RVN	Immediate	ongoing	No	No	No	will consider someone who can cover for at least a month
New Malden (London)	RVN	Immediate	3 Months	No	No	Yes
Solihull	RVN	Immediate	6 weeks	No	No	No
Central Hertfordshire	RVN or EXP unqualified	20th May	Ongoing	No	No	No	Shifts: 08.00 -16.00, 09.00 - 17.00, 11.30 - 19.15, 1 in 3 Saturdays
Stroud	RVN	20th May	7th June	No	No	No
Leicester	RVN	20th May	24th May	No	No	Yes
Brentford	RVN	20th May	Ongoing	No	No	Yes
Hove	RVN	20th May	17th June	No	No	Yes
South Essex	RVN	20th May	14th June	No	No	No
Croydon	RVN	23rd May	23rd June	No	No	Yes
Chichester	RVN	25th May	27th May	No	No	Yes
Leicester	RVN	27th May	31st May	No	No	Yes
Camberley, Surrey	RVN	27th May	6 weeks	No	No	Yes	Accommodation onsite , 1 in 3 Sat mornings
Chingford	RVN	27th May	31st May	No	No	Yes
Winnersh	RVN	27th May	Ongoing	No	No	No
Southend	RVN	28th May	2nd June	No	No	No	5 night shifts - 20.00 - 08.00 - No accommodation
Leicester	RVN	3rd June	9th June	No	No	Yes
Falkirk (Scotland)	VN	3rd June	7th June	No

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