Nicola Hughes

Nurse Manager

Qualifications

• FdSc
• RVN
• DipET

Nikki qualified with a degree in Veterinary Nursing from Nottingham Trent University in 2012 and joined Chestergates in 2014 as a referral nurse rotating through each of our specialities. In 2015 she gained her level 5 certificate in education and training and taught with the nursing school part time. In 2022 Nikki became Nurse Manager and is enjoying her new role looking after the large nursing and assistant team. Nikki has a special interest in canine reproduction and neonatal care and has spoken on this subject at the 2022 BVNA conference. Outside of work, Nikki enjoys spending time with her family and very large dog!