Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Are you a passionate and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse seeking a new opportunity? A growing small animal clinic is looking for a motivated and caring RVN to join a friendly team. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £28,000–£31,000 (dependent on skills and experience), a 40-hour workweek, and a 1:4 Saturday morning rota (8:30 am–12 pm), with no OOH duties. All professional fees will be covered, a company pension will be provided, and a generous discount at a major retailer will be available.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and organised team, contribute to the clinic’s continued growth, and advance their skills. They will collaborate with experienced professionals in a purpose-built, fully equipped clinic, all while prioritising patient care and client satisfaction. The role also offers the chance to mentor and support colleagues, helping them develop their skills while maintaining high standards of care.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with a team of vets, nurses, and support staff to keep everything structured, organised, and efficient
• Help colleagues develop their skills and champion their successes
• Act as a clinical supervisor to support SVNs in practice (with the opportunity to train for this role)
• Assist with planning the day-to-day operations to ensure the smooth running of the clinic
• Ensure clear communication with clients throughout every part of their journey
• Drive improvements in anaesthesia and analgesia standards
• Provide high-quality preventative care to help maintain patients’ health and well-being

Requirements:

• A passion for veterinary care, particularly in anaesthesia, analgesia, and preventative healthcare
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive attitude and a desire to support colleagues and mentor junior staff
• Excellent communication skills for building strong relationships with colleagues and clients
• Experience in small animal care as an RVN, ideally with a clinical interest in dentistry, in-patient care, and preventative care
• The ability to manage and plan time effectively to ensure smooth clinic operations

Benefits:

• Salary of up to £28,000–£31,000 (dependent on experience)
• 4 weeks’ holiday plus additional bank holidays
• No OOH duties
• Flexible weekend rota (1:4 Saturdays, roughly 1 weekend a month)
• Full-time role (40 hours per week)
• Paid professional fees and company pension
• Generous discounts at a major retailer
• Fully equipped, purpose-built clinic with advanced technology including digital X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, and more

About the Clinic:

The clinic is an established, RCVS & TP-accredited small animal practice. The intimate, close-knit team is looking for an RVN to join their practice, where patients’ needs are prioritised, and colleagues look out for one another. The clinic is purpose-built, air-conditioned, and fully equipped to provide high-quality care, including a surgical theatre, pulse oximetry, blood pressure machines, and in-house biochemistry and haematology.

If you’re a dedicated RVN with a passion for veterinary care and want to be part of a supportive and driven team, they would love to hear from you!

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