Registered Veterinary Nurse

Inspiring Vet Care; Antrim and Newtownabbey District; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 weeks' annual leave

Birthday leave added to holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

£550 CPD allowance + 24hrs paid leave

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Pension scheme

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented Registered Veterinary Nurse to join Glenburn Veterinary Surgeons on a full-time basis.

You’ll work across a three-site first opinion practice at Crumlin, Glengormley and Lisburn with a skilled team to deliver high-quality nursing care and support excellent client experiences.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Clinical nursing

Proactive learning

Education

RCVS registered veterinary nurse

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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Up to £30,000 per annum