Administering medications and fluid therapy to patients. Observing and recording patients' vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and pain) Applying bandages to wounds and fractures. Educating animal owners on nutrition and preventative care and providing basic behavioural advice. Veterinary nursing is the supportive care of animals receiving treatment within a veterinary practice. A veterinary nurse works as a member of the veterinary team, providing expert nursing care for sick animals. Veterinary nurses also play a significant role in educating owners on maintaining the health of their pets.