Staff Profile: Rebecca Evans – Clinical Nursing Manager

What were the reasons you chose to pursue veterinary nursing? 

I chose to pursue Veterinary Nursing straight out of high school as I had always loved caring for my own pets growing up and wanted to help other people and their pets. The idea that as you help animals, you’re also supporting the humans attached always resonated with me. 10 years into my career, I continue to love being a nurse as it allows me the opportunity to care for the most special family members. 

What does your role as Clinical Nursing Manager involve at Turramurra Veterinary Hospital?

My role as Clinical Nursing Manager involves ensuring all our furry patients continuously receive copious amounts of cuddles and love, as well as the highest level of care possible. I also liaise with the entire team to ensure the days run smoothly and the more complex patients receive everything they need. I also mentor and guide our junior nurses throughout their training.

What other experience have you had as a vet nurse? 

I have worked for our local emergency service (Northside Emergency Vet Service) since 2014 as an Emergency and Critical Care Nurse, and I also worked for the specialist centre as a surgical nurse for just over a year before returning to Turramurra Veterinary Hospital full-time.

In 2018 I spent a week with Dr Pip Wines volunteering in the Northern Territory treating animals in indigenous communities.

I have a strong passion for surgery and anaesthesia and have completed many courses in these areas. 

Now that you are studying Counselling full-time, does this help you in your role as a vet nurse? 

I feel as though my previous experience as a Veterinary Nurse have strongly complemented my current studies, and my studies have given me vast insight into why and how I can make the lives of our staff, clients and pets better. 

I now have a deeper understanding of the vital bond we have with the four-legged (sometimes less!) members of our families.