Patient Care in Practice: Beyond the Basics

Course details

One day workshop

for

Vet Nurses

Where clinical precision meets compassionate care. Students develop hands-on proficiency in patient assessment, vital signs monitoring, pain recognition, triage, and infection control — grounded in real-world application and NAC SOC standards. This course prepares you to think critically, communicate confidently, and contribute meaningfully from day one.

Key learning areas:

Conduct structured patient assessments, including hydration, PCV/TP trends, and vital signs monitoring.
Use clinical equipment, including SpO₂ monitors and Doppler BP, confidently.
Administer and manage IV fluid therapy across maintenance and surgical rates.
Perform wound and bandage care, and apply appropriate isolation protocols.
Write, implement, and update SMART-goal nursing care plans.
Calculate RER, apply illness factors, and integrate nutrition into patient care.
Recognise early signs of refeeding syndrome and feeding intolerance.
Document feeding intake and escalate anorexia appropriately.
Deliver clear clinical handovers and confident client communication around chronic illness.

Location

31 Main Street, Mawson Lakes, SA 5095

Start Date

Tuesday
December 1st, 2026

Suitable For

Vet Nurses

Duration

8:30am - 5:00pm

Cost

$750

CPD Points

10 CPD points

Facilitator
Facilitator
Anita Parkin
AVN, Cert IV TAE, Cert IV VN, CVPP, Dip VN, VTS in Anaesthesia & Analgesia

Adelaide Vet Courses

Our Adelaide VTCs is based at Vets4Pets in Mawson Lakes.

Our South Australia VTC provides a safe and supportive learning environment where individuals can learn, practice, and ask questions in a small group environment.

Join our community of veterinary professionals and embark on a journey of growth and excellence together.

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