Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Our client is an RCVS practice standards accredited small animal hospital, renowned for its emergency and critical care services. They are seeking a dedicated veterinary professional to join their well-established and friendly team.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team, many of whom have been with the hospital for over 10 years. The team comprises 7 day vets, 3 night vets, 6 day RVNs, 2 night RVNs, 4 SVNs, 3 PCAs, and 5 CCAs. As a registered nurse training practice and graduate vet residency provider, the hospital offers ample opportunities for professional development and involvement in various projects.

Responsibilities:

• Consistently deliver exceptional care to clients and their pets.
• Support surgeries and procedures, handling 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.
• Uphold professional excellence, complying with all regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
• Hold briefings to engage and coordinate the team for the effective running of the practice.

Requirements:

• RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience in delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience in supporting nurse consultations and understanding their contribution to practice performance and efficiency.
• Skilled in using coaching and influencing techniques to maximise colleague potential.

Benefits:

• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio, and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance 3 x salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave to use as you wish.
• Clinical CPD: £750 per year plus 2 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 Our Client:

Our client is a leading veterinary care provider with practices across the UK, including several 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. They also have a growing 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. This commitment to exceptional care is more than a strapline; it is a core belief that every interaction matters and can make a real difference.

Being part of this practice means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment with the best equipment and treatment options available, along with excellent support and development opportunities for their team members. Join them and be part of their exciting future plans.

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