Head Veterinary Nurse

British Veterinary LGBT+; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks' holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday day off

Three volunteering days per year

Private medical insurance

Gym contributions

CPD budget £500

Job summary

British Veterinary LGBT+ is seeking a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse for our Doncaster practice, a family-owned, independent group with a modern facility and four consult rooms.

You will lead a team of RVNs, veterinarians and reception staff, supervise nurse clinics and Schedule 3 procedures, and contribute to a Fear Free culture. The role offers a strong benefits package and generous CPD budget.

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Enthusiastic and dynamic approach to pet care.
• Ability to work well within a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform general RVN duties.
• Manage the RVN and reception team.
• Conduct one-to-one meetings and manage team rotas.
• Handle general administrative tasks.
• Participate in nurse clinics and Schedule 3 procedures where applicable.
• Engage in general first-opinion theatre work.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a new challenge? This role offers an exciting chance to join a dynamic and supportive team in a state-of-the-art clinic. If you thrive in a positive environment where pets and people are at the heart of everything, this could be the perfect fit for you.

As the Head Registered Veterinary Nurse at a leading Doncaster practice, you will be part of a family-owned, independent group that treats pets as part of their family. The practice boasts a modern facility with four consult rooms, separate wards for dogs, cats, and exotics, and an innovative pod design in the waiting area. You will work alongside a dedicated team of experienced RVNs, four fantastic vets, one VCA, and knowledgeable front-of-house care coordinators.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Perform general RVN duties
• Manage the RVN and reception team
• Conduct one-to-one meetings and manage team rotas
• Handle general administrative tasks
• Participate in nurse clinics and Schedule 3 procedures where applicable
• Engage in general first-opinion theatre work

Skills and experience:

• Qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse
• Proven experience in a similar role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Enthusiastic and dynamic approach to pet care
• Ability to work well within a team and independently

What sets this role apart is the commitment to a supportive and friendly work environment. The practice is the first veterinary clinic outside North America to be Fear Free accredited, ensuring the highest standard of care for pets.

Employees enjoy numerous benefits, including five weeks of holiday plus bank holidays, company events, a day off for your birthday, three days off to volunteer for a local charity, free preventative healthcare plans for your pets, generous discounts, private medical insurance, gym contributions, and a minimum CPD budget £500.