Night RVN

Linnaeus; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

RCVS Fees paid

VDS Fees paid

CPD funded

Linnaeus CPD program

Career progression

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Sickness pay

Family leave

Pension scheme

Wellness program

Employee assistance

Eyecare voucher

Flu jab

Cycle to work

Job summary

Paragon Veterinary Referrals in Wakefield seeks a Night Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join the hospital’s night team. The role involves caring for hospitalised patients, with emphasis on critical and intensive nursing, medications, and various treatments.

You will work seven-night shifts in a pattern, providing high-standard nursing care, with opportunities to develop clinical skills and participate in CPD offerings.

Qualifications

• Focus on patient care in critical and intensive settings.
• Strong teamwork and patient advocacy essential.
• Interest in referral veterinary care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing to critical and intensive care patients.
• Administer medications and perform treatments.
• Manage drains and feeding tubes; support physiotherapy.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to changing needs.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards.
• Collaborate with the night team to ensure best outcomes.

Skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Critical care interest

Referral experience desirable

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

Job Title

Night Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Location

Paragon Veterinary Referrals, Paragon Park, Wakefield

Hours

Full time - averaging 37 hours per week

Working pattern

• Sunday and Monday: 19:45-08:00
• Tuesday: 19:30-08:00
• 1 in 4 Saturdays: 19:30-08:30
• Plus 1 in 7 Saturdays on call

Salary

From £29,000 FTE per annum

Why join us

As part of our night nursing team, you'll play a vital role in caring for our hospitalised patients, particularly those requiring critical and intensive nursing.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality nursing care to critical and intensive care patients.
• Administering medications and carrying out a variety of treatments.
• Managing drains, feeding tubes and supporting patients with physiotherapy.
• Monitoring patient progress and responding to their changing clinical needs.
• Maintaining excellent infection prevention and control standards.
• Working collaboratively with our dedicated night team to ensure the very best outcomes for our patients.

About Us

Paragon Veterinary Referrals, based at Paragon Park in Wakefield, is a referral veterinary practice committed to delivering excellent clinical care and supporting patients through their treatment and recovery.

Our night team plays an essential role in ensuring continuity of care for our hospitalised patients, providing dedicated nursing support throughout the night.

The team

You'll be joining a dedicated team of veterinary professionals who are passionate about delivering the highest standards of patient care.

We value teamwork, compassion and a supportive working environment, recognising the important role our nurses play in the patient journey. Whether you're already experienced in referral nursing or looking to take the next step in your career, you'll be welcomed into a team where your contribution matters.

What We're Looking For

• A qualified RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• A dedicated and compassionate nurse with a genuine passion for patient care.
• Someone who enjoys working as part of a team and supporting colleagues.
• A nurse who is confident in delivering high standards of nursing care, or keen to develop your clinical skills further.
• Someone with an interest in critical and intensive care nursing.
• Previous referral experience is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including:
• Employee assistance program
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme