Rotating Referral Nurse - FTC

VC Evidensia UK; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Pride Veterinary Referral Centre - Derby is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our multidisciplinary referral hospital on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

The role combines two days in imaging with rotating across Neurology, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Surgery and Wards, providing advanced nursing care within a specialist referral service.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with RCVS registration is required.
• Experience in referral or advanced-care settings is desirable.
• Willingness to rotate across imaging and specialist disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Support anaesthesia, procedures and referral-level diagnostic imaging, including x-ray positioning.
• Carry out diagnostic sampling, laboratory work and patient monitoring (ECG and blood pressure).
• Provide high standards of inpatient care and maintain infection control practices.
• Coordinate with clinicians and nursing teams to schedule procedures and support patient flow.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Excellent communication

Infection control

Patient care

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)

Job description

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 a motivated and dedicated Veterinary Referral Imaging / Rotating Nurse to join our multidisciplinary referral hospital on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse who thrives in a busy, dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care across a variety of specialist services.

The role combines two days per week within the imaging department with two days rotating across a range of specialist disciplines. You’ll gain exposure to Neurology, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Surgery and Wards, working alongside experienced clinicians and nursing teams across the hospital.

Hospital Highlights

• Busy, multidisciplinary referral hospital
• Dedicated imaging role combined with rotation across specialist services
• Exposure to Neurology, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Surgery and Wards
• Collaborative clinical environment with opportunities to develop specialist nursing skills

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Imaging/Rotating Referral Nurse, you will deliver advanced nursing care within a specialist referral service, supporting the management of complex cases within your chosen clinical discipline.

You’ll work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary hospital team, contributing specialist nursing expertise to patient care, supporting clinical decision‑making, and sharing knowledge with colleagues to continually improve standards within your discipline.

Working Pattern

• 38 hours per week – 4‑day working week, with a non‑fixed day off
• 1 in 6 weekends, working Saturday and Sunday from 7:45am to 6:00pm
• Friday twilight shift from 3:00pm to midnight, with on‑call responsibilities, approximately 1 in 8 weeks
• Participation in the on‑call, bank holiday and out‑of‑hours rota

Key Responsibilities

• Support anaesthesia, procedures and referral‑level diagnostic imaging, including x‑ray positioning
• Carry out diagnostic sampling, laboratory work and patient monitoring, including ECG and blood pressure monitoring across species
• Provide high standards of inpatient care and maintain effective infection control practices
• Coordinate with clinicians and nursing teams to schedule procedures and support efficient patient workflow

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with who enjoys working within a multidisciplinary team and delivering high standards of referral care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced nursing skills relevant to your discipline
• Experience working with complex medical or surgical cases in a referral or advanced‑care setting
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• A commitment to evidence‑based practice, clinical governance, 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 specialist nursing role within a referral environment delivering complex and rewarding caseloads
• Access e‑learning courses and practical workshops through our dedicated Nurse Academy to improve your clinical knowledge and technical skills
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities within referral nursing and leadership roles
• Ongoing learning and development to support advanced clinical and professional growth
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, learning, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• 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.

Pride Veterinary Referral Centre - Derby

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.