Patient Pathway Veterinary Nurse - Part Time

VC Evidensia UK; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6.8 weeks' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance plus paid leave

Discounted veterinary care

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK is seeking a part-time Patient Pathway Veterinary Nurse in High Wycombe to ensure exceptional client service and seamless patient care coordination. In this role, you'll oversee admissions, manage inpatient care, and maintain clear communication with clients throughout their pet's journey.

Ideal candidates will be Registered Veterinary Nurses with RCVS, experienced in clinical practice, and possess strong communication skills. You’ll enjoy a supportive environment with extensive benefits, including personal development opportunities and enhanced leave policies.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Significant experience in clinical practice with an interest in client interaction.
• Ability to ensure patient care through effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-focused experience throughout pets' journeys.
• Oversee admissions and manage inpatient care coordination.
• Act as a liaison between clients, clinicians, and administration.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Nurse with RCVS

Clinical practice experience

Strong communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Job description

Patient Pathway Veterinary Nurse - Part Time

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are currently seeking a Patient Pathway Nurse to join our exceptional team of RVNs at Hamilton Specialist Referrals.

Hamilton Specialist Referrals was born of the belief that there is room for a new wave of veterinary excellence across the UK. There is a strong focus on providing a personal and reassuring client experience from first contact through to discharge. Excellent clinical care delivered in a friendly and supportive manner to referring vets, is paramount to the team. The hospital is operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is able to offer the most advanced treatment options available for orthopaedic, neurology, soft tissue, and internal medicine cases. We have a dedicated Imaging suite, which includes a 16-slice CT scanner, 1.5 Tesla MRI, fluoroscopy, separate radiography and ultrasound room.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Patient Pathway Nurse, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional client service and seamless patient care coordination. From admission to discharge, you’ll be the central liaison, ensuring clear, compassionate communication with clients and working closely with clinicians and the Clinical Administration team. Clinically, you will be based predominantly within our Wards team, providing high standards of care to a range of complex referral cases.

Working Pattern

• 23hrs/week
• Working 07:30-19:30 Monday & Friday
• No on-call or OOHs

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a consistent and client-focused experience by keeping clients informed throughout their pet’s journey, addressing questions, providing guidance on care plans.
• Oversee patient admissions and discharges, and manage inpatient care coordination whilst working clinically as a key part of our wards team. This will include I/V catheter placement, blood sampling, TPR & BP assessment, sedation/recoveries and nurse consults.
• Act as a pivotal link between clients, clinicians, and the Clinical Administration team to maintain clear and effective communication, supporting the best possible patient outcomes.
• Assist with audits and quality assurance within the hospital

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys a client-facing roleand has a passion for referral-level care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Significant experience in clinical practice with an interest in client liaison and wards nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical governance, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A specialist nursing role within a referral environment delivering complex and rewarding caseloads
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities within referral nursing and leadership roles
• Ongoing learning and development to support advanced clinical and professional growth
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, learning, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

Benefits may be subject to pro-rata as this is a part time role.

• 6.8 weeks' annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

Hamilton Specialist Referrals

Cressex Business Park, Unit 5, Halifax Road, High Wycombe, HP12 3SD, United Kingdom

Equal Opportunity

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.