Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Our client has a new and exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) at their established branch. This charming clinic boasts state-of-the-art equipment, including a dental suite with CR7 dental radiography, a brand-new X-ray machine, ultrasound, a fully equipped theatre, and in-house laboratory facilities.

The successful candidate will join an organised and friendly team under the leadership of an experienced veterinary partner. The clinic has a well-established, loyal client base dedicated to excellent standards of pet care. The role is full-time, working 40 hours per week with 1:4 weekends, and is a fixed-term maternity cover position for six months. The location offers quick transport links and easy access to tranquil countryside settings.

Responsibilities

• Consistently deliver exceptional care to clients.
• Support surgeries and procedures, completing all pre- and post-procedure activities.
• Conduct nurse-led appointments and Schedule 3 activities.
• Monitor and care for patients.
• Manage admissions and discharges as directed by the veterinary team.
• Complete patient transfers to out-of-hours or enhanced care.
• Dispense and check medication.
• Deliver professional excellence, complying with all regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
• Hold briefings to engage and coordinate the team to support the most effective running of the practice.

Requirements

• RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience in delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience in supporting nurse consultations, with an understanding of their contribution to practice performance and efficiency.
• Skilled in using coaching and influencing techniques to optimise team performance.

Benefits

• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio, and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance at three times the salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person.
• Five weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to six weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’ – a paid day’s leave for personal use.
• Clinical CPD: £750 per year plus two days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS and RCVS fees paid.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on products and services.

About Us

Our client is a leading veterinary care provider with practices across the UK, including several 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. They are expanding their presence overseas with practices in France, Germany, and Spain. They are proud to support a large, connected, and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care. Being part of this practice means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment, offering the best equipment and treatment options, and the best support for team members.

Join them and be part of their exciting plans for the future.

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