Registered Veterinary Nurse

Registered Veterinary Nurse
Wellpets Vets, Cwmbran
Up to £31,000 depending on experience, plus benefits

Are you a skilled and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse seeking a fulfilling career opportunity? Join our team at Wellpets Vets in Cwmbran, where you'll engage in a diverse range of responsibilities.
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse with us, you'll be involved in conducting nurse clinics, assisting in theatre and prep work, providing in-patient and out-patient care, and performing some lab work. This is a full-time position spanning 4 days per week, with a rotating Saturday morning shift (1 in 4). Additionally, we welcome part-time candidates. Shifts typically run from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm and 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, with Saturday hours from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. Rest assured, there are no out-of-hours commitments.

About Wellpets

At Wellpets Vets, we take pride in being a first opinion practice with a warm and welcoming team. Our well-equipped facility includes a comprehensive lab featuring haematology, biochemistry, and microscopy capabilities. We utilise cutting-edge technology such as ultrasound and digital X-ray machines, along with multi-parameter monitors and blood pressure monitoring equipment. Moreover, we have a dedicated dental room to ensure comprehensive care for our patients. Conveniently located near the M4, we offer easy access to transport links connecting Bristol and Cardiff.

About Our Talented Team

Join our close-knit team consisting of 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses and 4 support staff members. Our Practice Manager holds a certification in feline nursing, while our Head Nurse is actively pursuing a certification in Emergency and Critical Care. At Wellpets Vets, we foster a culture of collaboration and support, where every team member is valued for their contributions. We pride ourselves on maintaining a friendly and inclusive workplace environment.

What you’ll bring

We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse who is capable of working independently while also thriving within a supportive team dynamic. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality care to animals and are eager to contribute to a positive work environment, we encourage you to apply.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from –
Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Your Time to Shine

If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary nursing career and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence, we want to hear from you! For a confidential chat or to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Nicola Grant, Talent Partner, on nicola.grant@ivcevidensia.com / 07977242410.