Description
This workshop is delivered with the support of our Practical CPD/Kahuvet team, made up of experienced surgery referral nurses and veterinary nurses.
Our goal is to equip nurses with the knowledge and confidence necessary to provide a high standard of care, ultimately leading to successful patient outcomes. We believe veterinary nurses are a vital part of this success and hope this roadshow provides a rewarding experience for veterinary nurses, the veterinarians they work with, and ultimately, their patients.
Learning Objectives
- Successfully manage your patients’ surgical journey, from admission to discharge
- Enhance your knowledge around common perioperative complications and gain confidence to tackle them head-on
- Gain confidence in the theatre suite and the support you provide to both your patient and your surgeon
Speaker Biography
Anita Parkin
RVN, AVN, VTS – Anesthesia and Analgesia, CVPP, TAE
Anita has been a veterinary nurse for over 30 years. Working in a general practice for the first 10 years and joining Veterinary Specialist Services (VSS) in 2001. In 2017, VSS opened their 3 rd practice to which Anita currently manages.
Anita has kept her Australian qualifications current including her Certificate IV in Vet Nursing, Diploma in Surgery and ECC, and is an Accredited Vet Nurse and a Registered Vet Nurse through the Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia (VNCA).
Anita’s overseas qualifications include obtaining a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner (CVPP) in 2012 through the IVAPM (International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management) and Veterinary Technician Specialty in Anaesthesia and Analgesia in 2009 recertified 2015 and 2019 through the Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Anesthesia and Analgesia (AVTAA). She is also the proud recipient of the Steve Haskin’s scholarship award in 2018, and the Vet Nurse of the Year through the VNCA 2022 and the Earl Rippie scholarship award in 2024.
Currently Anita is the President Elect of the AVTAA, is on the VNCA’s board of directors and is also on the VSS conference committee, CPD committee (VNCA), conference committee (VNCA), exam committee (AVTAA) and the is the chair National Industry Advisory Group (VNCA).
In Anita’s spare time, she likes to relax on the couch with her fur babies.
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Value to your practice
This course will help you develop a comprehensive understanding of the entire surgical process, ensuring seamless patient care at every stage. Additionally, you will deepen your understanding of potential complications that may arise during the perioperative period and equip you with the confidence and skills to address them effectively. Finally, the course will enhance your ability to provide optimal support to both patients and surgeons within a theatre setting in general practice.
Accommodation
Sudima Christchurch Airport Special Rate for Vet Nurse Roadshow Attendees
Sudima Christchurch Airport is offering an exclusive discount for attendees of the Practical CPD Roadshow.
Conference Date: 26 November 2026
Offer: 15% off on all room types
Promo Code: CONSPC
How to Book:
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Visit Sudima Christchurch Airport Hotel’s booking page: https://www.sudimahotels.com/en/hotels/christchurch-airport/
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Enter your stay dates
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Apply the promo code CONSPC at checkout.
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The discounted rate will be displayed automatically.
This offer is exclusively for Practical CPD Vet Nurse Roadshow attendees.
Event Details
Date: November 26, 2026
Start time: 08:30 NZDT
End time: 17:00 NZDT
Venue: Sudima Christchurch Airport
Coordinates: -43.48930037638061, 172.5455963070339
Directions: 550 Memorial Avenue, Harewood, Christchurch 8053
Phone: 0800 524 883
Email: info@practicalcpd.com
