Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join their busy 24-hour hospital team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and confident RVN who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to take the next step into a senior hospital position.

In this full-time role (40 hours per week), the successful candidate will play a key part in supporting multiple hospital departments, including theatre, wards, consultations, and emergency and critical care (ECC). They will work closely with a large, supportive team of veterinary professionals and contribute to delivering outstanding patient care in a modern, well-equipped hospital environment.

This position is ideal for a highly experienced RVN who enjoys variety and responsibility. If they excel in one department more than another, training and support are readily available – whether that’s ward nursing, clinical leadership, or other areas of professional development.

They will be joining a collaborative team made up of veterinary surgeons, RVNs, SVNs, VCAs, and a dedicated front-of-house team, all committed to maintaining exceptional clinical standards and client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support across hospital departments as required

• Work effectively within theatre, wards, consultations, and ECC environments

• Support and mentor student and junior nurses

• Maintain high standards of clinical care, patient monitoring, and record keeping

• Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of departments in the absence of senior team members

• Contribute to staff training and development initiatives

• Participate in the weekend and on-call rota as part of a supportive team structure

Requirements

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse with substantial experience in a hospital or referral environment

• Confident working across multiple departments and able to adapt to varied caseloads

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills

• A proactive approach to professional development and leadership

• Enthusiasm for supporting and guiding colleagues

• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and client service

Working Pattern

• 40-hour working week

• 1:6 weekend rota with TOIL

• Up to three bank holidays per year

• On-call duties only as a last resort, supported by a strong night team (two RVNs and one VCA on shift each night)

• Varied weekly schedule offering excellent case exposure and diversity

Benefits

Our client believes in recognising and rewarding their people generously for the contributions they make.

• Salary: £34,000 – £39,000 (depending on experience), with scope for progression within the role

• Annual leave: 6.6 weeks, including bank holidays

• CPD: Annual CPD budget plus up to two days’ paid CPD leave

• Wellbeing: Paid 30-minute lunch breaks

• Healthcare: Access to a private medical healthcare scheme at a reduced rate, plus medical cashback incentives

Ready to take the next step?

If you are an experienced RVN looking for an opportunity to lead, grow, and make a real difference within a supportive hospital environment, our client would love to hear from you.