Registered Veterinary Nurse

Our client is a well-established veterinary care provider seeking a dedicated full-time Veterinary Nurse for a 12-month maternity cover role. The practice is set in a picturesque location, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy activities such as water sports, dog walking, and exploring the local area.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a passionate Veterinary Nurse to join a skilled team of four veterinary surgeons, including those with special interests in small animal surgery, dentistry, and diagnostic imaging. The successful candidate will work alongside four full-time nurses, one part-time head nurse, and two second-year student nurses, contributing to various procedures, consultations, and therapies. They will participate in a range of projects, from laser therapy to diagnostic imaging, within a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to patients and clients in line with our client’s values.
• Assist in surgeries and procedures, managing all pre- and post-operative activities.
• Conduct nurse-led appointments and perform Schedule 3 activities.
• Monitor and care for patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
• Manage patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to out-of-hours or enhanced care as required.
• Accurately dispense and check medications.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
• Lead briefings to coordinate the team and ensure the practice runs effectively.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS).
• Experience in delivering outstanding patient and client care.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience with nurse consultations and an understanding of their contribution to practice performance and efficiency.
• Strong coaching and influencing skills to support team development.

Benefits

• Health cash plan from day one, covering dental, physiotherapy, and optical services, plus 24/7 private GP service.
• Life Assurance of three times the salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling services, both by phone and 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.
• £750 per year for clinical CPD, plus two days of paid leave for training.
• 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.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced veterinary nurse or someone keen to develop and learn with a highly skilled team.

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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