Legal Frameworks for Veterinary nursing practice Flashcards
What act sets out what veterinary staff, owners, and members of the public can and cannot do?
The Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966
What does ‘direction’ mean?
VS instructs but isnt necessarily present
What does ‘supervision’ mean?
VS is present on the premises and is able to respond if needed
What does ‘direct, continuous, and personal supervision’ mean?
VS is present and is giving nurse undivided attention
What is the difference between statutory and voluntary regulation?
statutory - members can only practice if registered
voluntary - individuals can choose whether to be regulated
What are the five principles of practice?
- professional competence
- honesty and integrity
- independence and impartiality
- client confidentiality and trust
- professional accountability
Who do we as nurses have professional responsibility for?
- animals
- clients
- the profession
- the RCVS
- the public
- the veterinary team
Who sets the standards for The Royal Charter?
The vet nurse council
What are the roles of the RCVS?
- holding and maintaining the register
- setting standards
- providing advice
- investigation of complaints
What act are vet nurses governed by?
schedule 3
What is the RCVS Veterinary nurse conduct and discipline rules 2014 about?
discipline and complaints
What is the RCVS veterinary nurse registration rules 2017 about?
entering and removal off the register
What is the definition of accessibility?
being easily understood, friendly and easy to talk to, approachable
What is the definition of accountability?
required or expected to justify one’s actions or decisions
What is the definition of transparency?
open to public scrutiny, to be open, obvious, frank, candid
