PT Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Heath Vets - Cardiff; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An established veterinary practice is seeking a compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly team. This part-time role offers a flexible schedule with no weekend or out-of-hours duties, promoting a healthy work-life balance. You will engage in a variety of nursing tasks and patient care, contributing to a supportive and collaborative environment. With a commitment to employee wellbeing, the practice provides numerous benefits, including generous annual leave, professional development opportunities, and a competitive salary. Join a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters growth in a well-equipped clinic.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Birthday as a paid day off

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

CPD allowance

VDS cover

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Pawsome Benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience in a veterinary practice is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to in-patients and assist in veterinary procedures.
• Support the veterinary team in delivering high-quality nursing care.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team at Heath Vets. This is a part-time position offering 24 hours per week, with shifts on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Flexibility is required, as shift times may vary based on the needs of the business. Our clinic operates from 08:00 to 19:00, and late shifts will be expected on a rota basis. We offer a supportive working environment and look forward to welcoming a team player who shares our commitment to providing exceptional care to our patients.

Why join us?

This role offers a full spectrum of veterinary nursing, ensuring that no two days are the same. We actively encourage our nurses to utilise their full range of skills, in addition to carrying out routine tasks. You will also be responsible for the care of in-patients, contributing to a varied and rewarding workload.

At Heath Vets, we prioritise work-life balance, offering no weekend or out-of-hours duties. We are a well-established, first-opinion practice with locations in Cardiff and Penarth, offering the perfect blend of countryside tranquility and city convenience. Across our five branches, we are well-equipped with an in-house lab to support our clinical work.

You will be joining a dedicated and caring team, including experienced Practice and Clinical Directors, four Veterinary Surgeons, and a supportive group of RVNs and other team members. We believe in sharing knowledge and fostering an inclusive environment where your input is valued, and we thrive on this collaborative approach.

What we offer

A flexible, supportive work environment with no weekends or out-of-hours duties. Join a friendly, experienced team in a well-equipped practice, offering a great work-life balance and the opportunity to thrive professionally.

Because our employee’s matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

1. Work life balance
2. 6.6 weeks annual leave
3. Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
4. Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

1. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
2. Private Medical Insurance
3. Cycle to Work scheme
4. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
5. Non-accidental injury support

Development

1. £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
7. Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

1. VDS cover
2. RCVS fees

Additional

1. Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
2. Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
3. Discounted staff pet care

At IVC Evidensia, we are 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 welcome candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Salary: Up to £28,000 DOE pro rata