Head Veterinary Nurse

Purosearch Ltd.; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

24/7 private GP

Counselling support

Life assurance

Annual leave

CPD allowance

Certificate funding

RCVS fees covered

VDS cover

Cycle to work

Product discounts

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is assisting a well-established Isleworth practice in recruiting a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (Head RVN). This leadership role involves hands-on nursing while directing the nursing team to uphold exceptional patient care and drive nurse-led services.

The position offers a competitive salary DOE, a 1,000 welcome bonus, full-time hours (40 per week) and a comprehensive benefits package, with CPD support and strong career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• RCVS registered veterinary nurse with leadership experience.
• Experience with Schedule 3 procedures preferred.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills required.
• Commitment to clinical excellence and team development.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing the nursing team.
• Managing nurse clinics and Schedule 3 procedures.
• Supporting consultations, surgeries and inpatient care.
• Monitoring anaesthesia and overseeing patient recovery.
• Managing admissions, discharges and medication dispensing.
• Driving clinical standards and regulatory compliance.
• Coaching and mentoring colleagues.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mentoring

Communication skills

Anaesthesia management

Clinical nursing

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (Head RVN)

Isleworth, Greater London

Salary: Competitive DOE + £1,000 Welcome Bonus | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

Role Highlights

• Head RVN role in a thriving first opinion small animal practice
• Loyal and growing client base built through word-of-mouth recommendations
• Modern facilities including ultrasound, digital X-ray and full in-house laboratory
• Excellent benefits package with funded CPD and certificate support

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to step into a Head Nurse position at a well-established and highly regarded practice

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will work closely with the clinical team to maintain exceptional standards of patient care, develop nurse-led services and support the ongoing growth of the practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the nursing team
• Managing nurse clinics and Schedule 3 procedures
• Supporting consultations, surgeries and inpatient care
• Monitoring anaesthesia and overseeing patient recovery
• Managing admissions, discharges and medication dispensing
• Driving clinical standards and regulatory compliance
• Coaching and mentoring colleagues to achieve their full potential

This role is ideal for a Senior RVN ready to progress or an existing Head Nurse seeking a supportive and rewarding new challenge.

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• No on-call responsibilities

The Practice & Team

Located on a picturesque Isleworth, this established small animal practice has built a strong reputation within the local community and enjoys a loyal and growing client base.

The practice is fully equipped with:

• Digital X-ray
• Full in-house laboratory
• Microscopy
• Urinalysis machine
• Haematology and biochemistry analysers

For advanced diagnostics and out-of-hours support, the nearby

24 Hour Hospital provides access to CT, MRI and emergency care.

You will join a close-knit and dedicated team of RVNs, veterinary surgeons and receptionists who work collaboratively to deliver exceptional patient and client care.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Health Plan from day one
• 24/7 Private GP and counselling support
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Additional days leave
• £750 CPD allowance plus 2 paid CPD days
• Funded certificate opportunities
• RCVS fees paid and VDS cover provided
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts on products and veterinary services

About You

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Previous senior or leadership experience
• Confident in all areas of nursing, including anaesthesia, theatre and inpatient care
• Strong communication and mentoring skills
• Passionate about clinical excellence and team development
• Motivated to drive nurse-led services and Schedule 3 utilisation