Emergency And Critical Care Nursing Online
Royal Veterinary College
5 years ago 
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Date: Monday 28th September, 2026 - Sunday 8th November, 2026
Start time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Cost: £359
Key Areas
Introduction and the emergency team and triage
Intravenous fluid therapy
The cardiorespiratory patient
Medical emergencies
Surgical emergencies
Critical care
The phone rings and an emergency is on its way. Are you and the team prepared?
Emergency work can often feel challenging and overwhelming for many veterinary nurses, but with a supportive team and proactive approach, it can also be highly rewarding and energising. This course is designed for qualified veterinary nurses looking to broaden and deepen their understanding of emergency and critical care. It will revisit essential topics such as clinic and team preparation, common emergency cases, and the care of critically ill hospitalised patients. Each subject area will focus on practical takeaways, offering useful insights and tips that can be applied directly in your clinical setting.
Why do this course?
By completing this course, you'll build greater confidence in managing the emergency patient's journey. You’ll explore how to establish or enhance an emergency service, make the most of existing resources within your practice, and gain a clearer understanding of the veterinary nurse’s role during emergency situations. Key considerations in the nursing care of critically ill patients will also be addressed, helping you deliver more effective and informed care to hospitalised patients.
Who is it for?
Vet nurses
The Speakers
Please see the RVC's website for speaker details
The Venue
Online
Number of CPD hours this event can be recorded as
18 hours
Registration and Booking
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