Emma McDonald is our Community & Education Vet Nurse for Scotland and Northern Ireland. We asked a few questions to find out more about her.

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What was your first job?

I was working in a large toy store (Toys R Us). I started as a Christmas temp and ended up staying on and becoming a supervisor. I knew that I didn’t see myself doing that forever. I decided that I should be able to do a job I enjoyed so becoming a Veterinary Nurse and working with animals was ideal.

What was your previous job?

Prior to working with PDSA I was Head Nurse for Albavet Scotland, looking after five surgeries. I was also the clinical coach for the group, so was in charge of recruiting and training the trainee nurses.

Why did you join PDSA?

I’d been working in practice for a while and was looking for a new adventure. Previously I’d written and delivered presentations to a variety of age groups and had really enjoyed it, so I felt this position would be ideal. The vet practices I’ve worked in had always provided PetAid so I was aware of the great work PDSA carried out. I felt this job combined areas which I loved being a part of, working with animals and helping in the Community.

Fun fact

My netball career was cut short due to multiple broken fingers, I was 34 at the time.

Me

I’m a very approachable and loyal person. If someone’s in need I’ll do everything I can to help them.

Emma McDonald is our Community & Education Vet Nurse for Scotland and Northern Ireland. We asked a few questions to find out more about her.

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What was your first job?

I was working in a large toy store (Toys R Us). I started as a Christmas temp and ended up staying on and becoming a supervisor. I knew that I didn’t see myself doing that forever. I decided that I should be able to do a job I enjoyed so becoming a Veterinary Nurse and working with animals was ideal.

What was your previous job?

Prior to working with PDSA I was Head Nurse for Albavet Scotland, looking after five surgeries. I was also the clinical coach for the group, so was in charge of recruiting and training the trainee nurses.

Why did you join PDSA?

I’d been working in practice for a while and was looking for a new adventure. Previously I’d written and delivered presentations to a variety of age groups and had really enjoyed it, so I felt this position would be ideal. The vet practices I’ve worked in had always provided PetAid so I was aware of the great work PDSA carried out. I felt this job combined areas which I loved being a part of, working with animals and helping in the Community.

Fun fact

My netball career was cut short due to multiple broken fingers, I was 34 at the time.

Me

I’m a very approachable and loyal person. If someone’s in need I’ll do everything I can to help them.

Emma McDonald is our Community & Education Vet Nurse for Scotland and Northern Ireland. We asked a few questions to find out more about her.

​

What was your first job?

I was working in a large toy store (Toys R Us). I started as a Christmas temp and ended up staying on and becoming a supervisor. I knew that I didn’t see myself doing that forever. I decided that I should be able to do a job I enjoyed so becoming a Veterinary Nurse and working with animals was ideal.

What was your previous job?

Prior to working with PDSA I was Head Nurse for Albavet Scotland, looking after five surgeries. I was also the clinical coach for the group, so was in charge of recruiting and training the trainee nurses.

Why did you join PDSA?

I’d been working in practice for a while and was looking for a new adventure. Previously I’d written and delivered presentations to a variety of age groups and had really enjoyed it, so I felt this position would be ideal. The vet practices I’ve worked in had always provided PetAid so I was aware of the great work PDSA carried out. I felt this job combined areas which I loved being a part of, working with animals and helping in the Community.

Fun fact

My netball career was cut short due to multiple broken fingers, I was 34 at the time.

Me

I’m a very approachable and loyal person. If someone’s in need I’ll do everything I can to help them.