Full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse

VC Evidensia UK; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

RCVS fees covered

Birthday leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Midforest Veterinary Practice in Lyndhurst, nestled in the New Forest, seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a small, close-knit team delivering high standards of patient care in a supportive environment.

You’ll work alongside veterinarians and the wider team, providing nursing care for first opinion cases, and benefiting from a Nurse Graduate Programme or Nurse Academy pathways for development.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with medical and surgical nursing.
• Strong communication skills and client relationship abilities.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive approach to learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding inpatient care.
• Assist with lab work and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitor anaesthesia and support surgical procedures.
• Deliver high-quality nursing care and support client experiences.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive learning

Job description

Midforest Veterinary Practice, Lyndhurst, Lyndhurst, South East

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Midforest Vets on a full-time basis.

At Midforest Vets, you'll join a small, close-knit team where everyone works collaboratively to deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive environment. You’ll be part of a practice that blends tradition with modern veterinary medicine, all in a stunning New Forest location.

Our Lyndhurst site is nestled in the heart of the New Forest, housed in a charming, thatched cottage that’s been serving the local community for over 35 years.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week however we can be flexible
• 4 or 5 days per week
• 1 in 5 Saturday rota (8:30am–12:30pm)
• no out-of-hours requirement

General Responsibilities

• Providing outstanding inpatient care
• Assisting with lab work and diagnostic imaging
• Monitoring anaesthesia and supporting surgical procedures

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident, experienced and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Midforest Veterinary Practice, Lyndhurst

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.