Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Bilton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable veterinary center in Rugby is seeking a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the team. This role entails routine nursing responsibilities, in-patient care, and a strong emphasis on client support and education. The practice promotes work-life balance with flexible shifts and dedicated support for professional development. Join a collaborative environment that values personal and professional growth while providing exceptional care to small animals.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

CPD allowance of £550 with 24 hours paid leave

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Qualified registered veterinary nurse with confidence in routine nursing tasks.
• Passionate about client education and support.
• Willingness to cover flexible working hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine nursing care and assistance.
• Manage in-patient cases and support anaesthesia.
• Participate in nurse-led clinics.

Skills

Client support

Routine nursing

Anaesthesia

In-patient care

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Here at Bilton Veterinary Centre, we are looking for a passionate registered vet nurse to join our friendly and supportive team on a permanent basis. You will be confident with all aspects of routine nursing including anaesthesia, in-patient care, nurse-lead clinics, and clinical skills, along with a passion for client support and education.

Work life balance that works for you

We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible rota patterns and working hours to accommodate your personal needs and priorities. Whether you prefer fixed or flexible work patterns, we are committed to finding the right solution for you. We are looking for someone to cover 40 hours per week, but we are happy to consider candidates looking for flexible working. Our working day is 8am – 7:30pm with a variety of shifts to cover these hours.

We have recently changed out out-of-hours provision so that after 7pm, any new calls are diverted to Vets Now (either Coventry or Northampton). Using Vets Now, clients receive an excellent extension of care, we can transfer in-patients to Vets Now, if we feel that they would benefit from continuous supervised care.

At weekends, we run a normal service until 1pm Saturday, after which again we utilise Vets Now for any further urgent or emergency cases for the rest of the weekend. We do have a nurse and vet available until 4.30pm so we can manage any surgical/diagnostic cases that have come in on Saturday morning. Weekend rota is shared fairly between all nursing staff.

What you’ll be stepping into

We are proud to be the oldest established veterinary practice in Rugby, serving the community for over 75 years. Originally a mixed practice, we have been dedicated exclusively to small animal care for the past 12 years. Our commitment to providing excellent veterinary treatment and exceptional client care is at the heart of what we do. While most of our work is handled in-house, we refer cases as needed to ensure the best possible outcomes. We are part of the Independent Vet Care family, bringing with it exciting opportunities for growth and investment in our practice.

Located in Rugby, our practice benefits from excellent motorway networks and rail links, making travel easy in all directions. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and close to a large reservoir, Rugby offers a charming blend of natural beauty and convenient access to nearby Leamington and Coventry, providing plenty of options for entertainment and amenities.

Operating from a single site with no branch work, our facilities are designed with both our patients and our team in mind. We have five consulting rooms, a spacious main waiting area, and a dedicated cat waiting room. Our separate cat kennels, large dog kennels, and small furry ward provide a comfortable environment for all our patients. Additionally, we boast a newly refurbished isolation suite.

We are well-equipped with modern technology, including two sterile theatres, two dental/dirty stations, Digital AGFA and new IMS Digital Dental Radiography, ESOATE MyLab X7 Ultrasound with Cardiac probes and full-colour Doppler, Tonopen Ocular Tonometry and Slit Lamp, IDEXX Catalyst Biochemistry and ProCyte Hematology, and ECG machines to name a few!

Clinical excellence and phenomenal staff

Our practice is home to a dedicated team of seven veterinary nurses, one student veterinary nurse and one animal care assistant working alongside eight skilled vets, each with special interests in Orthopaedics, Soft Tissue Surgery, Ophthalmology, Imaging, Cardiology, Feline Medicine, and General Medicine. Our nursing team is equally passionate, with growing expertise in Physiotherapy, Anaesthetics, Dentistry, Behaviour, and Pain Management.

At Bilton, we offer a dynamic environment where a variety of roles can be explored. We strongly encourage our nurses to pursue their passions and develop their own areas of expertise. As an ISFM Cat Friendly Accredited practice, we prioritize the comfort and care of our feline patients. We regularly host in-house CPD sessions led by external experts and are expanding our internal training programs to further enhance our team's skills.

Every Wednesday, we close for an hour to facilitate in-house meetings, training sessions, and "lunch-and-learns," ensuring continuous professional development and team cohesion. We take immense pride in our practice, which has earned an excellent reputation in the local community. Our thriving Facebook page, along with numerous positive Google Reviews and Vet Help Direct testimonials, reflect the high standards we strive to maintain. An interest in social media would be a valuable addition to our team, helping us further engage with our community online.

Our clinical team is highly supportive, fostering a friendly and collaborative work environment where team spirit thrives. We value work-life balance and enjoy an active social life with regular outings, including meals, team building events and pub trips.

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
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave 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
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Bilton Veterinary Centre, Rugby

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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 Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.