Permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse

Recruit4vets; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent veterinary practice in Glasgow seeks a Permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their dedicated team. You'll enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for CPD, flexible working hours, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. The role involves patient care, anesthesia monitoring, and collaboration on diagnostic procedures, ensuring high standards of veterinary care.

Benefits

28 days holiday including public holidays

CPD and training support

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary practice essential.
• Registered Veterinary Nurse with RCVS accreditation.
• Good communication skills and team player.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with hospitalized patients and medication dispensing.
• Monitoring anesthesia during procedures.
• Preparing laboratory samples and supporting diagnostic imaging.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient care

Diagnostic imaging

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse - Glasgow

Type: Small Animal

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Facilities: The practice is Royal College Accredited, conforming to RCVS Practice Standards. They meet strict criteria for facilities, diagnostic equipment (x-rays, ECG, ultrasound, laboratory analysis), nursing care, anesthesia, and medications. They are also an RCVS-approved Training Practice for Veterinary Nurses.

Team Info: The team includes 4 surgeons, 4 RVNs, 2 ACAs, and 2 Receptionists.

Role: Due to a team member's departure, they are seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a permanent position.

Duties: Responsibilities include assisting with hospitalized patients, dispensing medication, monitoring anesthesia, preparing laboratory samples, and supporting diagnostic imaging (X-rays, Ultrasound), as well as pre- and post-operative patient care.

Working Hours: The schedule offers a good work-life balance with one out of three Fridays off, and weekday start times at 8:30 am or 9:00 am, finishing around 5:30 pm or 6:30 pm. They work one Saturday every four weeks (9 am - 1 pm). The hours and salary can be customized to fit the team and individual needs.

Support: The practice is managed by the Head Nurse and Principal Vet. They support CPD and training, including ECC and Schedule 3 work, and facilitate nurse training through RCVS accreditation. The Head Nurse is a Clinical Coach for student nurses.

Salary: Depending on experience, from £24,750 to £30,000 annually for a 40-hour week.

Benefits: 28 days holiday including 10 public holidays, with additional benefits to be discussed during the interview.