Lead RVN for HDU & Inpatient Care

IVC Evidensia; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

6.6 weeks’ annual leave

RCVS fees covered

Cycle to Work scheme

CPD allowance of £1000 and paid study

Job summary

Hamilton Specialist Referrals is seeking an experienced RVN to lead the Wards & HDU Clinical Team. This senior role involves frontline care and strategic leadership across inpatient services, reporting to the Clinical Nursing Manager.

The hospital operates 24/7 and handles complex orthopaedic, neurology, soft tissue, and internal medicine cases. The role emphasizes development of a close-knit nursing team, with support for further qualifications and a focus on delivering exceptional patient care

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• ECC qualification or equivalent desirable.
• Experience in high-dependency and ward-based nursing.
• Demonstrated leadership including line management and development.
• Experience in referral or advanced-care settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HDU and inpatient wards providing clinical leadership.
• Mentor nursing staff and conduct appraisals.
• Coordinate patient flow and admissions.
• Support clinicians and ensure treatment plans are followed.
• Maintain infection control and governance.

Skills

RVN

Leadership

ECC

RCVS registration

Team coordination

Job description

Hamilton Specialist Referrals is seeking an experienced RVN to lead the Wards & HDU Clinical Team. This senior role involves frontline care and strategic leadership across inpatient services, reporting to the Clinical Nursing Manager.

The hospital operates 24/7 and handles complex orthopaedic, neurology, soft tissue, and internal medicine cases. The role emphasizes development of a close-knit nursing team, with support for further qualifications and a focus on delivering exceptional patient care