Night Veterinary Nurse

Purosearch; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in the United Kingdom is looking for a Night Registered Veterinary Nurse for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover. This role involves conducting ward rounds, assisting with emergency surgeries, and providing overnight care. The ideal candidate should have experience in veterinary nursing and be capable of handling emergencies. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including annual leave and CPD support.

Benefits

6.6 weeks’ annual leave

Annual CPD budget

Access to private medical healthcare scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Veterinary Nurse is essential.
• Ability to work nights and handle emergency situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ward rounds and take overnight calls.
• Triaging emergencies and assisting with surgeries.
• Perform general night tasks including laundry.

Skills

Emergency surgery assistance

Overnight care management

Triage skills

Job description

Overview

Night Registered Veterinary Nurse – 12-Month Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

About the Practice

This state-of-the-art practice delivers exceptional first opinion, emergency, critical care, and referral services to a loyal client base and a network of 20 local branches. Facilities include a new CT scanner, a commercial laboratory, and a talented medical team. Advanced orthopaedic, soft-tissue, and minimally invasive surgeries are performed on-site throughout the week.

The Role

• Contract: 12-month fixed term (maternity cover)
• Hours: 4 nights on, 8 nights off (7.30 pm–8.30 am) plus 18 additional shifts per year (average 35 hours/week)
• Team: Work alongside another permanent RVN, a student or VCA, and a dedicated night vet

Responsibilities include conducting ward rounds, taking overnight calls, triaging emergencies, assisting with emergency surgeries, and general night tasks—including the occasional climb up “Mount Laundry”!

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £33,00 –£40,000 (equivalent to £38,000–£45,000 FTE), dependent on experience
• 6.6 weeks’ annual leave (including bank holidays, pro-rata)
• Annual CPD budget plus up to 2 paid CPD days
• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks
• Access to a private medical healthcare scheme at a reduced rate, with medical cashback incentives

How to Apply

Hit apply or contact Luke on 01904 570056 | [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-54746