Registered Veterinary Nurse

Registered Veterinary Nurse
Midforest Veterinary Practice
Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience

We are looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our supportive team. You will be responsible for multiple duties and no two days will be the same! In this role you will;

• Provide high-quality inpatient care and support surgical procedures while guiding and mentoring Student Veterinary Nurses
• Maintain adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and uphold professional communication standards with clients
• Foster positive relationships within the practice and ensure efficient admission and discharge processes for routine operations
• Stay updated on preventive healthcare, product knowledge, and practice policies to offer accurate advice to clients
• Conduct nurse clinics, oversee proper clinical waste disposal, and consistently follow SOPs in all work areas. Demonstrate competence in tasks such as anaesthesia monitoring, venepuncture, urine collection, and radiography processing
• Additionally, assist with reception duties and support veterinary surgeons as needed, maintaining clear communication with clients throughout

This is a full time role working 40 hours across 4 days per week with a Tuesday off. You will be on a rota for 1 in 5 Saturday mornings between 8:30 am - 12:30 pm but there are no OOH.

Why Join our Fantastic Practice?

This position is based at our Lyndhurst branch, where our team work from a charming thatched cottage in scenic New Forest. Located within easy reach of various coastal towns and shopping centres, including Lymington, Christchurch, Bournemouth, and Southampton Westquay Shopping Centre, convenience is at your fingertips.

We are well equipped with fantastic facilities including x-ray, dental x-ray, anaesthetic multi-parameter, biochemistry, haematology, and ultrasound, you'll have the tools you need to thrive professionally.

About the Team and Culture

Our close-knit team fosters a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, where everyone works together. Between both sites, we have 4 full-time vets, 2 regular locums, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 1 student nurse and 5 Receptionists. We have a vet who is currently on a Dental Certificate course and other Vets that have a multitude of special areas of interest including many hours of CPD in dermatology, dentistry, and x-ray.

About You

Qualified RVN. You will thrive as part of a team and be confident working solo. You will be comfortable with all kinds of client correspondence. A full UK driver's licence is essential.

Because our employees 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 inclusive of bank holidays pro rata
• 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

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Nicola Grant from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.