Veterinary Nursing Council

Question 1

what is the RCVS?

Answer 1

governing body of veterinary professionals
established in 1844 by the Royal Charter
duties are laid out in Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966
RCVS Council and Committees
- 26 members
- president and 2 vice presidents
- 2 VNs

Question 2

royal charter?

Answer 2

• allows independent organisations (eg RCVS) to govern their own affairs
• granted by the Queen
• organisation must show advancement of members and also the public

Question 3

RCVS 2020-2024 plan?

Answer 3

clarity
compassion
courage
confidence

future direction and needs of the profession and also the needs of the public, animal owners as well as animal health and welfare and public health

Question 4

What is schedule 3 of the veterinary surgeons act?

Answer 4

says what VNs can do

only RVNS and SVNs can perform certain procedures as delegated by a VS

Question 5

VN council responsibilities?

Answer 5

• to set standards for training and education
• set requirements to registration and conduct of VNs
• ensure compliance with requirements to practise
• establish and review post-qualifications and CPD
• ensure animal welfare and good veterinary practice are central to their work

Question 6

VN council members?

Answer 6

6 elected VNs
2 appointed VNs
2 appointed VSs
4 appointed lay people

Question 7

the BVNA?

Answer 7

promotes animal health and welfare through the ongoing development of professional excellence in veterinary nursing

provide live events and online CPD
have legal advice helpline
write veterinary nursing journal
provide online training courses