Night Referral Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

CVS Group; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary services provider is seeking a passionate Referral Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join their Referral Night Nursing Team in the UK. This role involves delivering high standards of care to inpatients and emergency cases during out-of-hours. The ideal candidate will have experience in emergency care, strong communication skills, and a commitment to professional growth. The position offers competitive salary, generous leave, and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

5 weeks annual leave

Enhanced contributory pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with experience in emergency and critical care.
• Strong collaboration skills with surgical teams and specialists.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care to inpatients.
• Administer treatments and medications as directed by specialists.
• Communicate effectively to ensure timely patient care.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Effective communication

Emergency care experience

Job description

Overview

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, Ophthalmology, 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

We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated Referral Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) to join our Referral Night Nursing Team. This vital role focuses on inpatient care and emergency & critical care during out-of-hours, offering exposure to a wide variety of complex cases.

You\'ll work closely with our Specialists and ward RVNs, supported by a rotating intern on-site and multiple specialists on-call. Collaboration with our surgical team is a key part of the role, ensuring seamless patient care.

Core hours

Core hours are 20:00 – 08:30, but we are happy to discuss alternative shift patterns to support your work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering high standards of nursing care to inpatients and emergency cases admitted out-of-hours
• Administering treatments and medications as prescribed by our specialist clinicians
• Communicating effectively across disciplines to ensure accurate and timely patient care plans
• Handling incoming calls professionally and taking appropriate action

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
• 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Enhanced contributory pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle

Wellbeing & Inclusion

We take pride in supporting the wellbeing of our team through:

• An Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
• Optional Health Shield cash plan
• On-site Mental Health First Aiders and Wellbeing Champions
• A Refresh Fund offering initiatives like breakfast mornings

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.

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