Veterinary nurses

Hannah has been working at Earls Hall since 2009. She completed her training here and is now one of our head nurses. Hannah is also a trained clinical coach, which allows her to help our trainee veterinary nurses. She particularly enjoys the medical and emergency side of nursing and is keen to further her qualification in nursing by achieving a certificate in this area. Hannah has three animals - two cute male husky rats and a Boxer cross Staffordshire Bull Terrier called Gunner.

Jenny started work at Earls Hall in 2004 as a trainee nurse after completing a degree in animal science. Since qualifying in 2007 she worked at the branch surgery Ashingdon for several years doing a variety of nurse clinics. Her interests include behaviour. In 2010 she was promoted to head nurse and moved back to our Hospital. At home she has two rescue cats called Pebbles and Smudge, a rescue rabbit called Basil and a rescue Cocker Spaniel called Pippa.

Natalie has worked here since 2008. She was lucky enough to join when we were at the small practice in Earls Hall and has been here to see the growth of our practice into the hospital it is now. Natalie has many animals, including a dog called Darci, a cat called Kit Cat and numerous smaller animals such as a hamster, tortoise, chickens, ducks, rabbits and guinea pigs, many of which have been adopted through working at Earls Hall.

Sam qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2007. Since then she has grown a keen interest in surgical nursing and endoscopy. In her spare time she enjoys socialising with friends and family. At home she has three guinea pigs called Camden, Oreo and Sweep and two cats called Jean Claude and Dotty.

Rebecca has completed a three year national diploma in animal management and care and began training at Earls Hall to become a qualified veterinary nurse in 2011. She is currently studying at Writtle College. Rebecca loves working with animals and is committed to providing them with the best possible care. She has a cat with a very distinctive moustache called Monty, which she re-homed from the Cats Protection and who is very much loved.

Hollie joined Earls Hall in June 2016 after graduating from Middlesex University with a degree in veterinary nursing. She worked as a student veterinary nurse for four years previously in different veterinary practices throughout Essex. Hollie has a real interest in wildlife and exotic cases and she aims to achieve the exotic nursing certificate in the future. In her spare time she enjoys reading, socialising with friends and taking nice long walks through the woods with her Labrador, Willow.

Amiee started working at Earls Hall Vets in April 2017 after returning from travelling and working in different veterinary practices around Australia. Prior to this in July 2016 she graduated from the Royal Veterinary College with a degree in veterinary nursing. She has a keen interest in exotic animals and hopes to complete her certificate in this area soon. In her spare time she enjoys playing rugby, socialising with her friends and family and spending time with her working Cocker Spaniel, Poppy.

Hannah joined Earls Hall in 2009. She completed her veterinary care assistant course and is currently studying at Writtle College to become a fully qualified nurse. She really enjoys working with animals and loves all of the parts of the job. Hannah has a Weimaraner at home, who is very cheeky and spoilt. She has grown up with a lot of animals, and loves having them around her. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her partner and son, going for walks.

Steph started working at Earls Hall as an animal nursing assistant in November 2014 and has now progressed to a student veterinary nurse. She graduated with a degree in zoology from the University of Birmingham and is really pleased to be in an enjoyable job working with animals. She owns a hamster called Twix, but is sure the list will gradually grow over the years.

Hannah started working at Earls Hall in 2015 as an animal nursing assistant and receptionist. She has worked voluntarily for a few different animal charities including the Southend Cats Protection as she has an interest in cats and their behaviour. In January 2016 she was given the opportunity to train as a veterinary nurse and has loved every second. Hannah enjoys working closely with the animals behind the scenes and the variation between one day and the next. She is looking forward to qualifying as a RVN in the coming years. Hannah has a German Shorthaired Pointer called Pippa who was a rescue from Battersea Dogs Home and has already fallen victim to re-homing a cat from Earls Hall that was brought in by the RSPCA.

Rachael works as a student veterinary nurse at the Westcliff Hospital and the various branch surgeries. After graduating with a degree in zoology, she is now pursuing her ambition to work in veterinary medicine and studying to become a registered veterinary nurse. She is really enjoying being part of the team at Earls Hall and loves the varied and exciting nature of the work. Rachael has a particular interest in dog psychology, behaviour and training, and hopes to be able to specialise in this field following qualification. She has a cheeky Beagle cross called Millie who loves getting muddy on long walks by the river and a little Jack Russell cross called Phoebe, who follows her big sister everywhere.

Alisha started at Earls Hall Veterinary Hospital in January 2018 after working within the industry for 10 months and having a qualification in both animal management and care. She has previously worked aboard with animals and has always had a love and interest in their care and welfare. Alisha hopes to complete her training her to become a qualified veterinary nurse and really loves waking up for work every morning. She enjoys the emergency care of animals that come to the hospital, as well as having an interest in their behaviour and physical therapy. Alisha currently doesn’t have any pets at home but is sure an animal in need of a rescue will steal her heart before she qualifies.

Nicole joined Earls Hall as an animal nursing assistant in January 2015 and became a trainee veterinary nurse in June 2015. Previously she studied art and design at De Montfort University and then went on to do a college course in animal management in Leicester. She is looking forward to completing her veterinary nursing qualification in a few years time. At home Nicole has two cats, a little tabby called Tilly and a skittish boy called Skit.

Nadia has always been passionate about wanting a career in the animal industry and completed a Level 2 diploma in Animal Care at Writtle College whilst carrying out work experience in a hydrotherapy centre in 2015. She then began part-time working at her local dog groomers whilst volunteering with the Dogs Trust charity shop, prior to taking on this role of a patient care assistant with the hope to become a future RVN. At home she has a black and white cat called Homer and an Irish Wolfhound cross called Marley.

Aishling has been working at Earls Hall since September 2014. She started off working on reception before becoming an animal nursing assistant and now training to become a fully qualified nurse. She loves all the different aspects of the job and working at our hospital getting to look after a range of different animals. Aishling has a dog, cat and two rabbits who she loves to bits.

Emily has always had a love for all animals. At home she has a Spaniel called Cassie and a rescue Hamster called Monica. She enjoys training and learning something new every day, and is looking forward to going to college to become an RVN in the future.

Chris has been with Earls Hall Veterinary Group for many years and has worked at all of the branches. She is now situated at the Shoebury branch as is involved with running the hydrotherapy unit. Chris trained at the Animal Health Trust and is a member of the Canine Hydrotherapy Association. She has two dogs and a horse at home who keep her very fit.