Lead Veterinary Nurse: Clinical Leader & Growth

Wellpet Veterinary Practice, Shenley; Radlett; On-site; GBP 32,400 - 39,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave with birthday off

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Pension scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Wellpet Vets in Shenley is seeking a confident Head Veterinary Nurse to lead our clinical nursing team on a full‑time basis. You’ll deliver high‑quality patient care and support client experiences, working closely with vets and the nursing team across first opinion cases.

This role offers a 38‑hour week with 4 or 5 days, weekend shifts at Edgware, and opportunities to influence standards and team development.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively.
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Nurse consults.
• Assisting vets in theatre and operations.
• Ensuring high standards of patient care.
• Sharing expertise and skills with other members of the nursing team.

Job description

Wellpet Vets in Shenley is seeking a confident Head Veterinary Nurse to lead our clinical nursing team on a full‑time basis. You’ll deliver high‑quality patient care and support client experiences, working closely with vets and the nursing team across first opinion cases.

This role offers a 38‑hour week with 4 or 5 days, weekend shifts at Edgware, and opportunities to influence standards and team development.