Permanent Night Registered Veterinary Nurse - Kidderminster

Recruit4vets Ltd; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated and supportive veterinary team in Kidderminster as a Night Registered Veterinary Nurse. This role offers the opportunity to work in a family-owned practice known for its commitment to high-quality care and community involvement. You will be responsible for assisting in surgical procedures, providing compassionate care, and maintaining accurate medical records. With a diverse caseload and a supportive team, this position is perfect for both newly qualified and experienced nurses looking to advance their careers. Enjoy a flexible work schedule, generous CPD budget, and a welcoming environment where your skills will be valued.

Benefits

Paid day off for your birthday

RCVS and BVNA fees paid

Generous CPD budget

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Nurse with strong understanding of veterinary practices.
• Proficient in laboratory procedures and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in surgical procedures and monitor post-surgery care.
• Administer medications, conduct lab tests, and maintain medical records.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Laboratory Procedures

Surgical Assistance

Communication Skills

Compassionate Care

Education

Qualified Veterinary Nurse

Relevant Certifications

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

In-house Lab Equipment

Job description

Permanent Night Registered Veterinary Nurse - Kidderminster

Type: Small Animal

Facilities: They are proud to be one of the first UK practices to achieve dog-friendly status from the Dogs Trust/BVBA Dog-Friendly Clinic scheme, having already been a fear-free accredited practice. They also have Gold ISFM cat-friendly status, are officially rabbit-friendly with Silver RWAF status, and are an RCVS-accredited practice.

Their purpose-built premises and facilities enable them to provide a high standard of care, with separate dog and cat wards, 4 consulting rooms, digital x-ray including dental x-ray, high-quality ultrasound with Doppler, in-house lab, endoscope, optic loop, Tonovet pen, cautery, and laser therapy.

Team: They have a strong clinical team of 6-7 vets, 7 RVNs, 1 SVN, 1 VCA, and 1 ANA, with a range of experience between 6 and 30 years, and a brilliant admin/reception team who keep everything running smoothly. Everyone is supportive and always tries to help each other. The practice is very much part of the community.

Role: On-call night nurse with some daytime but can be flexible on this and would consider just night nurse. Salary would adjust if just nights.

Duties: They are looking for an on-call RVN to join their friendly and supportive team in Kidderminster. They are a busy, independent, family-owned veterinary practice and are searching for another night nurse to help them in their commitment to providing high-quality care for clients and their pets.

Hours:

• The position will comprise of 1 week of on-call nights as follows, Monday to Friday 7 pm to 8.30 am and Saturday 12.30 pm to 8.30 am Monday.
• Then 2 weeks of no on-call but working 4 (variable) days per week totaling 30.75 hours.
• Other hours may be considered for the right person.
• They have a diverse caseload meaning you can utilise those invaluable nursing skills which are greatly appreciated here.

Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians in surgical procedures and examinations
• Monitor and care for animals during and post-surgery
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Conduct laboratory tests and analyse results
• Maintain accurate medical records for all patients
• Provide compassionate care to animals and their owners
• Keep the clinic clean and organised

Requirements:

• Qualified Veterinary Nurse with relevant certifications
• Proficient in laboratory procedures and equipment operation
• Strong understanding of veterinary practices and procedures
• Excellent communication skills with both colleagues and pet owners
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate nature towards animals and their welfare
• This role would suit both a newly qualified or experienced RVN, wanting to jump into a supportive and progressive practice position.

Salary: The salary on offer is dependent on experience and will be discussed at the interview.

• Paid day off for your birthday
• RCVS and BVNA fees paid
• Generous CPD budget and time off to attend. Further certification is encouraged
• Uniform

Ref: JN -092024-31952

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