Head Veterinary Nurse

CVS Group; Old Polmont; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Polmont is seeking a Head RVN to lead a team of nurses, ensuring operational efficiency and fostering a positive culture. This full-time role offers a salary of £27k-£36k, depending on experience, along with benefits like holidays and discounted gym access. Ideal for an experienced RVN ready to take the next step in their career.

Benefits

Holidays

Pensions

Discounted gym access

Paternal leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role is desirable.
• Ability to support and develop the nursing team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Practice Director with practice productivity.
• Provide clinical supervision to nurses.
• Drive clinical and non-clinical projects.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge

Excellent leadership skills

Operational efficiency

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Head RVN to join us at Polmont & Grangemouth Veterinary Clinics. This is a full-time role offering 40 hours per week with a salary between £27k-£36k, depending on experience, plus benefits. You'll be joining a team that offers the chance to further your experience, home in on a particular skill set, and work in a supportive environment.

About Us

Polmont and Grangemouth vets have been a part of the surrounding community for many years and strive to be a practice that understands its clients and patients needs. Polmont is a modern, purpose-built facility, we have a huge array of facilities to enable us to provide the very best in animal care. We are constantly investing in our practices, which enables us to keep up with the latest and greatest in pet health while also prioritising a well-managed diary and positive culture.

We are passionate about animal care and making sure your pets receive the best possible veterinary healthcare. Team engagement and regular team/practice meetings where everyone is actively encouraged to contribute are an important part of the role and the practice success.

We are a sociable and welcoming team, the practices are situated centrally between Edinburgh & Glasgow with good transport links.

Role and Responsibilities

• Support the Practice Director with driving overall practice productivity.


• Support a nursing team made up of 4 RVNs and 2 SVNs; provide clinical supervision to help them reach their potential and develop along nurse career pathways.


• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture across the practice.


• Drive clinical and non-clinical projects and initiatives, ensure PSS compliance, RPS responsibilities, and Health & Safety.

What We're Looking For / Qualifications

• Strong clinical knowledge with excellent leadership skills to ensure operational efficiency across nursing duties, theatre preparation, inpatient care and stock control.


• Experience in a leadership role is desirable; this role could suit an experienced RVN ready to take the next step, or someone stepping up from a senior role.


• Ability to support and develop the nursing team while fostering a positive, proactive working environment.

Salary and Benefits

The successful Head Veterinary Nurse will receive a salary between £27k-£36k, dependent on experience, plus access to a wide range of benefits, including: Holidays, pensions, discounts, paternal leave, discounted gym access, and more (details on our what-we-offer page).

How to Apply

Interested or 'To apply': For more information regarding the role, please contact Susan Easton at [e-mail] or Talent Acquisition Specialist Grace on [e-mail]. Alternatively, click Apply Now, upload your CV, and we'll be in touch.

Equality and Inclusion

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.