Job Description: Our client is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join an experienced nursing team within a well-equipped, RCVS-accredited small animal practice. This full-time position follows a 40-hour week across five days, although a four-day arrangement may also be considered, with no scheduled out-of-hours duties.
The role rotates through wards, theatre, consultations, pharmacy work and surgical preparation, providing broad involvement across the nursing service. Nurses are encouraged to use their full clinical skill set, including Schedule 3 procedures, while hydrotherapy training can be provided for applicants interested in rehabilitation and pain-management services.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering attentive inpatient care and monitoring clinical progress
- Preparing patients, equipment and theatre areas for surgical procedures
- Running nurse consultations and supporting preventative healthcare
- Completing pharmacy duties and maintaining accurate treatment records
- Assisting with hydrotherapy and rehabilitation services where appropriate
Package:
- Choice of a five-day week or possible four-day arrangement
- No scheduled out-of-hours responsibilities
- Six weeks of annual leave
- RCVS registration fees and VDS cover paid
- Generous CPD funding with reasonable requests supported
- Professional certificates encouraged and financed
- Free on-site parking
- Enhanced sick pay and maternity provisions
- Optional private medical insurance
- Discounted treatment for employees’ pets
