Referral Veterinary Nurse

Linnaeus Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shadowing program

Tailored induction plans

CPD and career progression

Job summary

Eastcott Referrals in Swindon is hiring Registered Veterinary Nurses across multiple disciplines in a Tier 3 referral hospital. Salary £28,000–£33,538 DOE, full-time or flexible shifts, with extensive training and a supportive team.

You will work with specialists and experienced nurses, gaining exposure to advanced surgical, medical and diagnostic procedures while developing your own referral nursing skills.

Qualifications

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Strong team player with a proactive, positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Support advanced surgical, medical and diagnostic procedures
• Create tailored anaesthesia plans and monitoring anaesthesia
• Theatre preparation and surgical assistance
• Patient care and supporting clients

Skills

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Team player

Patient care

Interest in referral nursing

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Referral Veterinary Nurses – Multiple Disciplines

Eastcott Referrals, Swindon, Wiltshire
Full Time | Permanent & Fixed Term Opportunities
£28,000 – £33,538 DOE

Eastcott Referrals is expanding, and we are looking for passionate Registered Veterinary Nurses to join our friendly, close-knit Tier 3 referral hospital. We have opportunities across multiple disciplines, including:

• Surgery (soft tissue & orthopaedics)
• Anaesthesia
• Internal Medicine
• ECC & inpatient care
• Dentistry & Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Multidisciplinary nursing team

Whether you are looking to specialise or develop across several areas, you’ll gain exposure to a varied and rewarding referral caseload within a highly supportive team.

The Role

You’ll work alongside specialist clinicians, anaesthetists, and experienced referral nurses to deliver exceptional patient care.

• Supporting advanced surgical, medical and diagnostic procedures
• Creating tailored anaesthesia plans and monitoring anaesthesia
• Theatre preparation and surgical assistance
• Patient care and supporting clients

Working pattern: 40 hours per week (4 x 10-hour or 5 x 8-hour days), part-time hours considered 1 in 8 weekends (with time off in lieu) 1 bank holiday per year

About You

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

• Strong team player with a proactive, positive attitude
• Passion for high standards of patient care
• Interest in referral nursing (any discipline)
• Previous referral experience advantageous but not essential

Never Worked in Referrals Before? No problem — we welcome nurses from all clinical backgrounds.

We provide comprehensive training and support, including:

• 2–4 weeks shadowing experienced referral nurses
• Tailored clinical induction plans for your chosen disciplines
• Ongoing support to build confidence and develop specialist skills

Why Eastcott Referrals?

• Tier 3 multidisciplinary hospital with a wide range of services
• Exposure to advanced and complex cases
• Highly experienced team including specialist surgeons and anaesthetists
• Strong focus on CPD, development and career progression
• Supportive, collaborative and welcoming culture

If you’re looking to develop your nursing career in a progressive referral environment, we would love to hear from you. Still not sure? give us a call or pop in for a look around and a cup of tea, we are happy to chat through roles that might work for you.

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