Registered Vet Nurse - South East London Area

Veterinary Staff; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in South East London is seeking a dedicated Registered Vet Nurse to join their team. You will engage in surgical and medical nursing, client care, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is an RCVS Registered Vet Nurse with excellent clinical and communication skills, eager to contribute to a supportive team environment. This full-time position offers competitive pay and 28 days of annual leave, with options for flexible working.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days of annual leave

Paid overtime

Opportunities for CPD

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS).
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and highly organised.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anaesthesia and provide surgical assistance.
• Administer medications and conduct diagnostic imaging.
• Provide nursing care to hospitalised patients.
• Support vets in consultations and client communication.
• Conduct nurse clinics and advise on preventative care.
• Handle patient admissions and discharge processes.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational abilities

Client interaction

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)

Job description

Registered Vet Nurse - South East London Area

About the job Registered Vet Nurse - South East London Area

Registered Veterinary Nurse Full-Time | Small Animal Practice | South East London Area

A well-established, RCVS-accredited small animal practice is currently seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join their friendly and dedicated team. Established in 2000, the practice focuses solely on the care of small animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs, and offers full surgical and medical facilities, along with minor procedures and on-site hospitalisation. Out-of-hours care is covered by an external provider.

The Role

The successful candidate will be involved in all areas of the practice, from surgical and medical nursing to client care and reception duties. Responsibilities include:

• Monitoring anaesthesia and providing surgical assistance
• Administering medications and conducting diagnostic imaging
• Providing high-level nursing care to hospitalised patients
• Supporting vets in consultations and client communication
• Conducting nurse clinics and advising on preventative care and nutrition
• Handling administrative tasks such as patient admissions/discharges, insurance forms, appointment bookings, and payments

This is a full-time role (40 hours/week), with a 9-hour shift pattern (including 1-hour unpaid lunch break), operating Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 6:30pm. Saturday shifts (8:30am12:30pm) are on a shared rota. The practice is open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Ideal Candidate

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and highly organised
• Excellent clinical and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team
• Comfortable with client interaction and reception duties
• A full UK driving licence is helpful but not essential

Whats Offered

• Salary very competitive
• 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Paid overtime for additional hours or weekend work
• Supportive, experienced team and opportunities for CPD
• Friendly and welcoming working environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and compassionate RVN who enjoys working in a varied and hands-on role, supporting both the clinical team and clients. Send your CV to [e-mail] REF: RVN AP LONDON