Maternity Cover Wards RVN

CVS Veterinary Group; Alton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8-week induction

CPD allowance

Clinical research opportunities

Competitive salary

5 weeks leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme

Health plan

Mental health support

Job summary

Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists, part of CVS Veterinary Group, is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the Ward Nursing Team on site in the South of England. The role focuses on inpatient care, emergency and critical care nursing, with a supportive team and opportunities for clinical development.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with a 1-in-6 weekend rota and a limited bank holiday commitment; a generous CPD allowance, 5 weeks leave, and flexible working

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with current registration.
• Experience in ward/inpatient nursing and emergency care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinicians and specialists.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care to inpatients and emergency cases.
• Administer treatments and medications as prescribed by specialist clinicians.
• Communicate across disciplines to ensure accurate and timely care plans.
• Support patients after recovery from general anaesthesia.

Skills

RVN

Ward nursing

Team collaboration

Inpatient care

Effective communication

Education

RVN registration

Job description

Join Our Exceptional Night Nursing Team at Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists

Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists is a renowned multidisciplinary referral hospital, delivering advanced veterinary care across the South of England, including London and the Thames Valley. Our Specialist-led services span Anaesthesia & Analgesia, Orthopaedic Surgery, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Internal Medicine, Soft Tissue Surgery, Dermatology, Cardiology, Emergency & Critical Care, Oncology, and Diagnostic Imaging.

We are proud to be an ISFM Gold Standard Feline Clinic, Dog Friendly Clinic and a recipient of the BVHA Design Award for Outstanding Working Environment. As part of CVS (UK) Ltd, the UK's largest provider of integrated veterinary services, our referrals division operates eight state-of-the-art hospitals across the UK and Ireland.

About the Role

£30K-£35K

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our friendly and supportive Ward Nursing Team. This rewarding role is centred around providing exceptional inpatient care, including the nursing of emergency and critical care patients, offering exposure to a diverse and interesting caseload.

As part of our experienced ward nursing team, you will work closely alongside our Inpatient Head Nurse and Wards Team Leader, as well as collaborating with our clinicians to deliver the highest standard of patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN who enjoys ward nursing, thrives in a team environment, and is committed to providing outstanding care to hospitalised patients.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, although we are happy to consider alternative working patterns for the right candidate. The role includes a 1 in 6 weekend rota (Saturday and Sunday) and participation in 1-2 bank holidays per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering high standards of nursing care to inpatients and emergency cases
• Administering treatments and medications as prescribed by our specialist clinicians
• Communicating effectively across disciplines to ensure accurate and timely patient care plans
• Supporting patients after they are recovered post general anaesthesia.

Support & Development

We offer a comprehensive 8-week induction programme to help you settle in, meet the team, and access any additional training you may need.

We are committed to your professional growth, offering:

• A generous CPD allowance with dedicated time off
• Access to a wide range of internal CPD courses, including non-clinical development
• Opportunities for clinical research and teaching

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience (up to 35K)
• 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Enhanced contributory pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle

Wellbeing & Inclusion

• An Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
• Optional Health Shield cash plan
• On-site Mental Health First Aiders and Wellbeing Champions

CVS is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to be themselves. We celebrate diversity and are actively working to build a team that reflects the communities we serve.