We are working with a friendly small animal veterinary practice in Worcester that is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their time on a full-time permanent basis. At the practice, you will carry out a wide range of nursing duties predominantly with cats, dogs, and small mammal species.

The Practice:

Our client is a busy first opinion practice that provides high-quality care with a dedicated client base.

They are looking for an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse who believes in the importance of teamwork as much as we do. You will join a team of 3 Veterinary Surgeons, 2 RVN's, 1 SVN, and 5 receptionists.

The Role and Candidate:

This is a permanent full-time role where you will be working 40 hours per week including 1 in 3 weekends. Our client is looking for an experienced RVN with a good amount of post-registration experience. Their team of nurses are friendly, down-to-earth people with a genuine interest in animal health and welfare. They are looking for someone who is confident, works well under pressure, and is self-motivated to work independently but can contribute to the team.

The ideal candidate will enjoy the varied caseload provided by the clients and patients; no two days are every alike. You will have excellent customer service and communication skills, be an effective team player, have an organised and systematic approach when making decisions, and be able to carry out the role efficiently.

What you’ll be doing:

• Utilising your surgical and medical nursing skills caring for animals most in need
• Administering treatments to animals in the busy surgery where they care for a wide range of species
• Conducting treatments to include Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 Schedule 3 procedures e.g. injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressing and first aid as directed
• Taking X-rays and assisting with other diagnostic procedures
• Nursing of in-patients; including some intensive care, pain scoring and ensuring appropriate enrichment regimes for longer stay patients
• Triaging patients for the attention of the veterinary surgeon
• Dispensing drugs in accordance with professional guidelines and surgery rules and maintaining up to date and accurate clinical records
• A dedicated reception team are employed at the surgery but excellent customer service skills are required for both providing some reception cover as well as admission and discharge appointments etc
• Undertaking professional and personal development associated with the role

You’ll have:

• Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing or Degree in Veterinary Nursing  
• Good communication skills (both written and oral)
• Confident and competent decision-making skills
• Ability to manage own time effectively
• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to make sound clinical decisions

The Benefits:

What’s in it for you:

You’ll have an opportunity to work for a great employer, they are really proud of their team and they know it! They value and recognise their employees’ contribution and are proud to offer an extensive benefits package that includes:

• 40 hours standard working week
• Competitive salary that matches the experience of the candidate
• A generous pension scheme with associated life assurance
• Support for professional development after a qualifying period 
• Access to our employee assistance program

Summary:

Role: Permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse

Type: Small Animal

Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Weekends: 1 in 3

Out of hours: None

Sole charge: Some

Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits

Ref: JN -072020-15110

To qualify for this position, you must be fully registered with the RCVS and you must be eligible to work in the UK.

What happens next:

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Referral:

If this position is not for you but you know someone who might be suitable refer them to us and receive £250 if successful https://www.recruit4vets.co.uk/refer-a-friend

Recruit4vets are specialist recruiters for the veterinary industry and act as an employment agency for the supply of permanent staff and an employment business for the supply of locum staff