Veterinary Nurses Investigate

Evidence Progression with Susan Holt

Today, we shift the focus slightly as we’re joined by Susan Holt to explore research and how it can naturally build on audit experience. Drawing on the themes covered so far in the series, Susan helps bridge the gap between audit and research, offering real-world advice on how to take those next steps with confidence. She shares practical skills, honest insights, and thoughtful guidance for anyone curious about expanding their quality improvement work into formal research. A grounding and encouraging episode for listeners interested in undertaking a research project Links: https://rcvsknowledge.podbean.com/e/dan-oneill-effective-dissemination-building-an-evidence-to-impa… [https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frcvsknowledge.podbean.com%2Fe%2Fdan-oneill-effective-dissemination-building-an-evidence-to-impact-strategy%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cdbarfield%40rvc.ac.uk%7C92cf8a5f383d4d84effb08deaab45bde%7C45a3be7c94024fbead438d1faebfb42d%7C0%7C0%7C639135888782772013%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lEyMg7jfflatYZA4Pq5lnNjtcigGKTLvsPvPSp5%2ByX8%3D&reserved=0] To cite this podcast as: Sarah Batt-Williams and Lyndsay Wade RVC Veterinary Nurses Investigates 2:4 Evidence Progression withSusan Holt May 22 2026 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Audit Confidence with Alice Bell and Abi Redfearn

This episode is double the fun as we welcome Alice Bell and Abi Redfearn from Rosemullion Veterinary Hospital to explore the audit process. They share their individual auditing journeys, talking through the wide range of audits they’ve taken on and how each experience shaped their confidence and approach to quality improvement. With plenty of real-world insight (and reassurance), Alice and Abi show that audits don’t have to be intimidating—or boring. Perfect listening for anyone who’s been audit-curious, audit-cautious, or firmly in the “do I really have to?” camp. To cite this podcast as: Sarah Batt-Williams and Lyndsay Wade RVC Veterinary Nurses Investigates 2:3 Audit Confidence with Alice Bell and Abi Redfearn May 15 2026 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

ECC Nutrition with Sam McGaw

In this episode, we’re joined by Sam McGaw, an ECC nurse and educator, for a grounded and practical conversation rooted in real clinical experience. Sam walks us through her nutrition audit, sharing what worked, what surprised her, and the lessons learned along the way. With honesty and clarity, she breaks down the audit process into something approachable and achievable, offering practical tips to support anyone considering starting their own. Whether you’re new to audits or looking to build confidence in quality improvement work, this episode offers reassurance, insight, and plenty of take-home ideas   Links:  https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/global-nutrition-guidelines/ [https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwsava.org%2Fglobal-guidelines%2Fglobal-nutrition-guidelines%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cdbarfield%40rvc.ac.uk%7C92cf8a5f383d4d84effb08deaab45bde%7C45a3be7c94024fbead438d1faebfb42d%7C0%7C0%7C639135888782656664%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3lE6TmMttcjD0iIFgZccbu7q1ID1jsX3fbdZhy04K1I%3D&reserved=0] https://www.aaha.org/resources/2021-aaha-nutrition-and-weight-management-guidelines/ [https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aaha.org%2Fresources%2F2021-aaha-nutrition-and-weight-management-guidelines%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cdbarfield%40rvc.ac.uk%7C92cf8a5f383d4d84effb08deaab45bde%7C45a3be7c94024fbead438d1faebfb42d%7C0%7C0%7C639135888782706706%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zzljEKtYcWLBbMVu2%2BL5W9JYK3bmSlp5w155YpFCxgw%3D&reserved=0] https://veterinaryevidence.org/index.php/ve [https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fveterinaryevidence.org%2Findex.php%2Fve&data=05%7C02%7Cdbarfield%40rvc.ac.uk%7C92cf8a5f383d4d84effb08deaab45bde%7C45a3be7c94024fbead438d1faebfb42d%7C0%7C0%7C639135888782735541%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=R8VcMaJdtFx5G4Hnmka5tI6S4xcF%2BJ5nIebferXD48Q%3D&reserved=0] https://veterinaryevidence.org/index.php/ve/author-hub [https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fveterinaryevidence.org%2Findex.php%2Fve%2Fauthor-hub&data=05%7C02%7Cdbarfield%40rvc.ac.uk%7C92cf8a5f383d4d84effb08deaab45bde%7C45a3be7c94024fbead438d1faebfb42d%7C0%7C0%7C639135888782754317%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4R7i5jZ5hkxEGeyvNz1gP6s9WMR%2FibTrsgaQf4ATMWQ%3D&reserved=0]   To cite this podcast as: Sarah Batt-Williams and Lyndsay Wade RVC Veterinary Nurses Investigates 2:2 ECC Nutrition with Sam McGaw May 8 2026 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Quality Improvement with Lou Northway

We’re kicking off Season 2 with the one and only Lou Northway, opening the door to a conversation that sets the tone for everything that follows. Together, we explore Quality Improvement and Evidence-Based Veterinary Nursing (EBVN), unpacking what these concepts really look like in practice—not just in theory. Lou shares honest insights from her own career journey, including the lessons learned, challenges faced, and moments that shaped her path. This episode is both a practical introduction to EBVN and an encouraging invitation for anyone curious about where evidence, reflection, and improvement can take their career. Links for further information: https://www.rcvsknowledge.org/approach/quality-improvement/ [https://www.rcvsknowledge.org/approach/quality-improvement/] https://www.veterinarywoman.co.uk/2022/05/safe-to-speak-up-an-interview-with-helen-silver-macmahon/ [https://www.veterinarywoman.co.uk/2022/05/safe-to-speak-up-an-interview-with-helen-silver-macmahon/] To cite this podcast as: Sarah Batt-Williams and Lyndsay Wade RVC Veterinary Nurses Investigates 2:1 Quality Improvement with Lou Northway May 1 2026 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Writing up and publishing with Jennifer Hamlin

Are you as frustrated at the lack of evidence as we are? Veterinary nurses are in a prime position to fill this gap and therefore we need to publish! In the final episode of series one, we speak to the incredibly inspirational Jennifer Hamilin, educator, learner (studying for a PhD), RVN, technician and editor extraordinaire. We discuss how to submit articles, the editorial process, and peer reviewing. True to form, we also divert off into the world of professional identity, scope of practice and education. Tune in to hear Sarah get very excited about all the things Jennifer has to say! [First published on RVC website 16 August 2023] To cite this podcast as: Sarah Batt-Williams and Lyndsay Wade RVC Veterinary Nurses Investigates 7 Writing up and publishing with Jennifer Hamlin Aug 16 2023 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.