Night RVN - Critical Care & Referral ICU

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

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.