VN Educators’ Conference set to explore the future of the veterinary nurse role

Following a successful inaugural event last summer, the second conference – based around the theme ‘The future RVN: people, practice and technology’ – will bring together veterinary nurse educators to consider how developments across the profession could shape the veterinary nurses of tomorrow.

Taking place on Wednesday 17 June from 9am to 4.30pm at our offices in London, delegates will examine the changing landscape of veterinary healthcare and reflect on how this could impact the development of confident, capable, future-ready veterinary nurses.

Conference programme highlights include:

• Team-based healthcare and contextualised care – examining how collaborative practice and real-world complexity are influencing the evolving RVN role. 

• Legislation and regulation – an RCVS update on current developments and the implications for veterinary nursing practice and education. 

• Technology-enabled practice – a forward-looking panel discussion exploring artificial intelligence, digital innovation, paperless practice and entrepreneurial developments within veterinary nursing. 

Delegates will also have the opportunity to attend one of two workshops. One based around rethinking practical assessment, and the other around developing the scope of practice for future veterinary nurses.

Shirley Gibbins, RCVS Veterinary Nursing Qualifications Lead (pictured), said: “We had such fantastic feedback from our first VN Educators’ Conference, so we are really pleased to be running it again this year.

“The day itself is highly interactive and serves as a perfect opportunity for VN educators to come together, explore emerging trends, share perspectives and reflect on how education and training can respond to a changing professional landscape.

“Whether you’re involved in curriculum delivery, assessment, quality assurance or programme leadership we would love for you to join us.”

Tickets cost £60 per person with lunch and refreshments included.