Veterinary Nurse

Southdown Veterinary Group; Armagh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Northern Ireland is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) for a full-time role that combines small-animal nursing with opportunities to engage in advanced breeding techniques and support the equine team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified RVN, adaptable, and passionate about delivering excellent care while developing unique skills. This position offers a supportive environment within a dynamic team and encourages professional growth.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about developing skills in advanced sheep breeding techniques.
• Must be available to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent patient care and communicate well with clients.
• Support advanced sheep breeding procedures including laparoscopic AI, flushes, embryo work, and anesthesia support.
• Work alongside the equine team.

Skills

Small animal nursing

Advanced breeding techniques

Patient care

Communication

Team player

Education

Qualified RVN

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Full-Time · 40 hrs pw – Fixed Term Contract

Are you an RVN looking for a role with more variety and challenge than the usual small‑animal‑only position? This position is ideal for someone who enjoys small animal nursing but also wants the rare chance to be involved in supporting our Advance Breeding, Farm and Equine teams.

We're Looking for Someone Who

• Is a qualified RVN
• Enjoys small animal nursing but wants broader experience
• Is enthusiastic about developing skills in advanced sheep breeding techniques
• Is adaptable, proactive, and a strong team player
• Delivers excellent patient care and communicates well with clients
• Must be available to work weekends

You will enjoy

• A strong foundation of small animal nursing
• Significant involvement in advanced sheep breeding procedures
  (laparoscopic AI, flushes, embryo work, anaesthesia support)
• Opportunities to support our equine team
• A varied and rewarding role within a supportive, experienced team
• The chance to develop skills rarely available to RVNs

If you're excited by a role that blends small‑animal nursing with unique involvement in advanced breeding work and mixed‑practice support, we'd love to hear from you.

Please check out https://careers.cvsvets.com/what-we-offer to view all our great benefits!

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