Head Registered Veterinary Nurse – Kensington 24-Hour

Job Description

Are you looking to join a fun and friendly team with a great culture and a supportive working environment? Our client is seeking a like-minded Head Veterinary Nurse for this crucial role. With three Branch Partners and a Practice Manager, you will have plenty of support and won’t be overloaded with administrative tasks. Instead, you will be able to focus on your passion for nursing and clinical leadership.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a modern and well-equipped hospital. You will contribute to a range of exciting projects, including clinical leadership and patient care, within a supportive and dynamic environment. This role offers a balance between administrative duties and clinical work, with a focus on delivering exceptional care and supporting the practice’s growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the nursing team.
• Deliver exceptional care to clients and patients.
• Support surgeries and procedures, including pre- and post-procedure activities.
• Lead, manage, and promote nurse-led appointments and Schedule 3 surgeries.
• Monitor and care for patients, managing admissions and discharges as directed by the veterinary team.
• Handle patient transfers to out-of-hours or enhanced care.
• Dispense and check medication.
• Maintain professional excellence, implementing and complying with all regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
• Inspire and engage the team, sharing new or evolving practice standards and changes to processes.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Share clinical best practices within and across practices.

Requirements

• RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Proven experience in delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Ability to confidently lead a clinical team.
• Experience in implementing a progressive clinical culture through nurse clinics and consultations.
• Skilled in coaching and influencing colleagues to achieve the best results.

Benefits

• Health cash plan from day one, covering dental, physiotherapy, and optical services, plus 24/7 private GP service.
• Life assurance at three times the salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person.
• Five weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to six weeks with length of service.
• An additional paid day off, ‘Day for You,’ to use as desired.
• Clinical CPD allowance of £750 per year plus two days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD opportunities and access to clinical communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS and RCVS fees covered.
• Interest-free season ticket loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on products and services.

About the Practice

The practice is a leading provider of veterinary care, renowned for its commitment to delivering exceptional care to both patients and team members. It offers a modern, well-equipped environment with exciting expansion plans. By joining this team, you will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking community that values making a positive difference in every interaction. This is an ideal place for individuals passionate about animal care and seeking to excel in their field.

Join the team and be part of a practice that values professional growth, high clinical standards, and a supportive work environment. Apply today!

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