Registered Veterinary Nurse

Kernow Vet Group; Fordley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in the United Kingdom seeks a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their compassionate team. The role involves handling consultations, routine nursing, and theatre work. Enjoy a supportive work culture with no weekends and no out-of-hours requirements. Competitive salary up to £33,000 and numerous benefits, including 6.6 weeks of annual leave and a CPD allowance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

CPD allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care.
• Enjoys handling consultations and aspects of routine nursing.
• Confident in theatre work.

Responsibilities

• Support consultations and routine nursing tasks.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team.
• Participate in daily clinics and provide patient care.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Consultation handling

Team collaboration

Job description

Amical Veterinary Centre, March, March, East of England

At Amical Veterinary Centre, March, we’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our wonderful and experienced nursing team. We’re a friendly, close-knit practice that prides itself on providing outstanding client and patient care. Our team of RVNs hold daily clinics which are very popular, and we always work together to support and encourage one another.

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, which can be worked over 4 or 5 days to suit your lifestyle. There are no weekends and no out-of-hours requirements, giving you plenty of time for a healthy work-life balance.

About the Practice

Our modern, well-equipped practice is designed to provide both efficiency and comfort, with:

• Spacious waiting area and open-plan dispensary
• Fully equipped in-house Idexx laboratory
• Large digital X-ray room with separate viewing area
• Open-space prep and recovery area
• Dedicated theatre with heated table, multiparameter machines and crash trolley
• Fully equipped dental suite

We take pride in fostering a welcoming, family-like atmosphere for both our team and clients. Many of our clients have trusted us with their pets’ care for over 30 years, and we actively support local charities including Merrylegs, the RSPCA and Cats Protection.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a confident and compassionate RVN who enjoys handling consultations as well as all aspects of routine nursing, including theatre work. You’ll be committed to delivering high standards of patient care and enjoy working collaboratively with your team.

Why Join Us?

We strongly encourage CPD and provide opportunities for professional growth, with regular in-house lunch and learns. If you have an area of interest you’d like to develop, we’ll support you in expanding your skills in a way that benefits both you and the practice.

Rota Pattern

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Option to work 4 or 5 days
• Monday to Friday, 7:45am to 6:30pm

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 of up to £33,000 DOE, 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
• 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

Amical Veterinary Centre, March

Amical Veterinary Centre, 90 High Street, March, PE15 9LQ, United Kingdom

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.