OOH Registered Veterinary Nurse - Weekends Only (Up to £38,000 FTE)

British Veterinary Association; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a high-spec veterinary practice providing out-of-hours care for a diverse range of animals. This role is perfect for both experienced and new graduate Registered Veterinary Nurses eager to enhance their Emergency and Critical Care skills. With excellent opportunities for professional development, including funding for memberships and CPD, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care while working in a supportive environment. Embrace the chance to grow within a network of over 500 practices and make a real difference in the lives of animals and their owners.

Benefits

Funding for professional memberships

Encouragement for CPD

5 weeks annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Maternity, Adoption, Paternity Leave

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted pet treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Performance bonus scheme

Opportunities for internal career progression

Qualifications

• Must be an RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• ECC skills and surgery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of client service and patient care.
• Support Veterinary Surgeons within the Practice.
• Participate in the Nursing rota as directed.

Skills

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Emergency and Critical Care (ECC)

Surgery Experience

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

RCVS Registration

Job description

OOH Registered Veterinary Nurse at MiNightVets Portsmouth for Weekends - Up to £38,000 (pro rata)

MiNightVets Portsmouth branch is seeking an OOH RVN for 18 hours a week on Saturdays and Sundays.

The successful candidate will join our soon-to-open, high-spec practice equipped with:

• 6 consultation rooms
• 2 theatres
• 1 dental suite
• Imaging suite including CT
• MNV onsite

You will work with a passionate team providing out-of-hours care to a varied caseload, including dogs, cats, birds, exotics, poultry, and small mammals. This role is ideal for an experienced or new graduate RVN looking to enhance their ECC skills.

The RVN role includes:

• Working as an active member of the clinical support team
• Participating in the Nursing rota as directed by the Head Nurse
• Providing high standards of client service and patient care
• Ensuring effective communication with all colleagues
• Supporting Veterinary Surgeons within the Practice
• Complying with professional regulations, legislations, and standards such as the RCVS practice standards scheme
• Adhering to CVS's H&S policies and attending relevant training

In return, we offer:

• Funding for professional memberships
• Encouragement for CPD and further studies
• 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with options to purchase additional leave
• Long Service Holiday
• Workplace pension scheme
• Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, and Shared Parental Leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted pet treatments
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health first aiders
• Performance bonus scheme
• Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE)
• Opportunities for internal career progression within a network of over 500 practices

To be considered for this role, you should:

• Be an RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Have ECC skills and surgery experience or a keenness to develop them
• Be eager to learn and develop
• Focus on exceptional patient care
• Be a team player with excellent communication skills
• Be self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Have a positive, enthusiastic approach
• Possess strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills
• Handle difficult situations tactfully
• Balance study and work effectively
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

For more information, contact Leanne Walker at 07585 673443 or [e-mail], or click 'Apply Now'.

We offer many opportunities for nurses within our wider group, supporting career progression into leadership, management, or remote roles. Our 'CVS Nursing Career Pathway' demonstrates clear career development across various practice types. Find out more: https://vimeo.com/904977057/532bcae978?share=copy

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