Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (Mat Cover)

CVS UK Ltd; Alton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Alton is seeking a skilled Head Nurse to oversee a large nursing team within a busy environment. The successful candidate will manage nursing operations, promote clinical excellence, and support staff development. Ideal applicants will be RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurses with strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to patient care. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

CPD opportunities

Career development pathways

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in veterinary nursing.
• Ability to inspire and support a team.
• Experience in managing nursing budgets and practice growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing nursing team.
• Ensure adherence to professional regulations.
• Oversee nursing budgets and resource planning.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Operational efficiency

Customer service

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Tools

Microsoft Office

Practice management systems

Job description

Are you an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with a passion for leadership and delivering exceptional patient care? Lumbry Park Veterinary Hospital is seeking a dynamic Head Nurse to lead and develop our large nursing team within a busy, multidisciplinary hospital environment for a 12-month fixed-term Maternity Cover.

About the Role

As Head Nurse, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing a high-performing nursing team.
• Setting and maintaining excellent standards of patient care.
• Driving a culture of customer service and clinical excellence.
• Managing all aspects of nursing team operations, including recruitment, wellbeing, performance, and compliance.
• Ensuring adherence to professional regulations and RCVS Practice Standards.
• Identifying and implementing innovative ways to enhance patient and client care.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development: Inspire, mentor, and support the nursing team, fostering a positive and professional working environment.
• Clinical Standards: Implement and monitor CVS nursing standards, ensuring exceptional care for every patient.
• Operational Management: Oversee rotas, resource planning, stock control, and compliance with health and safety protocols.
• Quality Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence.
• Client Care: Ensure a seamless client experience through clear communication and compassionate service.
• Financial Awareness: Work closely with the Hospital Director and Clinical Director to manage nursing budgets and contribute to practice growth.

What We're Looking For

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse with proven leadership experience.
• Strong ability to coach, mentor, and develop others.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive, positive, and enthusiastic approach.
• Ability to balance clinical excellence with operational efficiency.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and practice management systems.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary hospital.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Access to CPD opportunities and career development pathways.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

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