Registered Veterinary Nurse

Glenburn Veterinary Surgeons; Antrim; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 weeks' annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

CPD allowance 550 + 24hrs

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Glenburn Veterinary Surgeons in Northern Ireland is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a full-time basis. You’ll work across a three-site first opinion practice with a welcoming, experienced team.

As part of the clinical team you’ll nurse clinics, monitor anaesthesia in theatre, support vets with labs and diagnostic imaging, and provide inpatient care. We support CPD, career progression, and generous leave in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience working in clinical practice with medical and surgical nursing.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with clients and colleagues.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive approach to learning and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Nurse clinics.
• Theatre working including monitoring anaesthesia.
• Supporting Vets with lab work and diagnostic imaging.
• Inpatient care.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Glenburn Veterinary Surgeons on a full-time basis.

Glenburn Vets is a three-site first opinion practice with clinics in Crumlin, Glengormley and Lisburn. You’ll join an experienced team of 7 vets, 6 RVNs, 2 SVNs and 11 support team members, with a wealth of clinical experience across the practice.

We’re well equipped with ultrasound, including cardiac and abdominal probes, digital radiography, multiparameter monitors, fluid pumps and warmers, patient warmers, electrosurgery and suction. We also have a range of orthopaedic equipment, including kits for TPLO, CCWO and MMP procedures.

Our team includes a vet with a certificate in surgery and nurses with certificates in anaesthesia and diagnostic imaging. We’re keen to support individual interests and can offer development towards certificates within the practice.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week
• Working over 4 or 5 days per week
• Part-time may be considered
• No OOH or On-Call

General Responsibilities

• Nurse clinics
• Theatre working including monitoring anaesthesia
• Supporting our vets with lab work and diagnostic imaging
• Inpatient care

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 7 weeks' annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world‑class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Up to £30,000 per annum