Registered Veterinary Nurse

TN United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary practice in Bath as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. This role offers a collaborative environment with a dedicated team, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth. You'll engage in both medical and surgical care, ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to learning, this position is perfect for those passionate about animal care. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave, private medical insurance, and support for professional development. If you're ready to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays

Holiday allowance increases with service

Family-friendly policies

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Support for non-accidental injury cases

Certificate support and learning opportunities

Access to Vetlexicon

Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with a focus on compassionate animal care.
• Attention to detail and proactive in contributing to animal care.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to medical and surgical procedures and treatments.
• Provide hospital care on a rolling rota basis.

Skills

Compassionate Animal Care

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Proactive Approach

Referral Experience

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse Qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Medical and Surgical - Bath

Type: Small Animal

Location: Bath

Practice: Group practice with a dedicated team of 8 nurses. They foster a learning environment, encourage collaboration, and support professional growth. Nurses participate in lunch and learn sessions and attend congresses to share knowledge and experiences. The practice is a mixed first opinion and referral facility with state-of-the-art equipment, including on-site CT, MRI, digital radiography, arthroscopy, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and in-house diagnostics. Separate feline and canine wards ensure patient comfort.

Role: You will work closely with both medical and surgical teams, contributing to procedures and treatments, and provide hospital care on a rolling rota basis.

Hours: Flexible hours for full-time and part-time candidates. Full-time options include 4 longer days or 5 shorter days per week. Part-time options include 2 or 3 longer days, depending on preference.

Applicant Requirements: A compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse with attention to detail. Team players, proactive, and eager to contribute to animal care. Referral experience is a plus but not essential.

Salary: Up to £32,000 FTE per annum.

• 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays
• Holiday allowance increases with service
• Family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
• Private medical insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Support for non-accidental injury cases
• Certificate support and learning opportunities
• Access to Vetlexicon
• Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
• VDS cover, RCVS fees
• Pawsome Benefits reward gateway with discounts and cashback at numerous retailers