Lead Veterinary Nurse & Clinical Leader

Inspiring Vet Care; Chatham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

£550 CPD allowance

RCVS fees covered

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care in Chatham is seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead and mentor our nursing team within Easipetcare, Chatham. The role is full-time and involves 40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays, with no OOH duties.

You’ll set nursing standards, drive governance, and support professional development across the practice to maintain excellent patient care and team performance.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced medical and surgical nursing skills.
• Proven experience of leading, mentoring and developing nursing teams within a busy FO practice.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and professional standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and develop the nursing and care team.
• Uphold clinical standards and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Collaborate with the Lead Vet and Practice leadership to guide growth.
• Balance hands-on clinical work with leadership and mentorship, support Student Nurses and VCAs.

Skills

RCVS registration

Advanced nursing skills

Leadership experience

Clinical governance

Communication skills

Job description

Inspiring Vet Care in Chatham is seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead and mentor our nursing team within Easipetcare, Chatham. The role is full-time and involves 40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays, with no OOH duties.

You’ll set nursing standards, drive governance, and support professional development across the practice to maintain excellent patient care and team performance.