Exciting Opportunity in a Supportive, Forward-Thinking Practice
A thriving first-opinion veterinary practice is seeking a passionate and skilled Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join its dynamic and friendly team. This role offers an exciting mix of medical, surgical, and exotic animal care, with a strong emphasis on professional development, work-life balance, and fully utilizing nursing skills.
Why Join This Team?
- Work with a variety of species – from cats and dogs to rabbits, small furries, and even wild hedgehogs through a partnership with a local rescue
- Gain experience in specialist areas – including orthopaedics and ophthalmology, with certificate holders leading the team
- State-of-the-art equipment – including dental X-ray, ultrasound, internal lab facilities, tonometer, slit lamps, and more
- A supportive and sociable work environment – with a dedicated reception and admin team handling non-clinical tasks, allowing nurses to focus on delivering top-quality patient care
Duties: This practice is dedicated to maximising the role of its nurses, giving them structured responsibilities across different clinical areas each day.
- Kennels: Lead inpatient care, developing tailored treatment plans and ensuring hospitalized patients receive the best support during recovery.
- Theatre: Monitor general anaesthesia and assist surgeons in both routine and complex procedures, including soft tissue, orthopaedic, and ophthalmic surgeries.
- Prep Area: Handle lab sample processing, surgical kit organization, theatre circulating, and assisting with consultations.
- Consultations: Conduct nurse clinics, including weight checks, post-operative assessments, and medication administration, while also managing stock orders to keep the practice running smoothly.
Hours: Excellent work-life balance – flexible working hours and a 1:5 Saturday rota with no OOH
Work Schedule & Flexibility
- Shifts between 8:30 am – 5:00 pm or 11:00 am – 7:30 pm
- 1 in 5 Saturdays (8:30 am – 5:00 pm) with VCA support
- Open to flexible working arrangements to suit individual needs
Who They’re Looking For
- An enthusiastic and confident RVN who enjoys working in a fast-paced, progressive environment
- A strong team player, eager to contribute to the practice’s high clinical standards
- Passion for learning and development, with the opportunity to pursue certificates in areas of interest
- Clinical Supervisor status is advantageous but not essential
What’s on Offer?
- Competitive salary £26,000 - £32,000 p/a - Reflective of Skills and Experience
- £500 CPD allowance with support for obtaining certificates
- Exclusive company discounts and staff rewards schemes
- Genuine work-life balance with a sociable, wellbeing-focused team
This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN looking for career progression, varied caseloads, and the chance to work in a highly skilled and well-supported nursing team.
Ref: JN -022025-32621
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