Registered Veterinary Nurse

Nurse Seekers; Burnley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Burnley is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join their supportive team. The role involves conducting nurse consultations, anaesthesia monitoring, and providing high standards of patient care within a well-equipped environment. Benefits include a competitive salary, CPD funding, private medical insurance, and a shared on-call rota. Ideal candidates will have a compassionate approach and be passionate about client care. This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN looking to progress their career.

Benefits

Competitive salary

CPD fully encouraged and funded

Professional fees paid

Private medical insurance

Discounted veterinary care for personal pets

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach is required.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nurse consultations and manage admissions and discharges.
• Provide high standards of inpatient care and recovery.
• Support junior team members and student nurses.

Skills

Client care

Anaesthesia monitoring

Surgical nursing

Laboratory work

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Small Animal Practice

Nurse Seekers are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a busy, independent first‑opinion small animal practice seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their close‑knit team. This role offers the opportunity to fully utilise your nursing skills within a supportive and well‑equipped environment.

The practice benefits from modern facilities and a varied caseload, including advanced diagnostic equipment such as ultrasound, digital X‑ray, dental suite, in‑house laboratory, and endoscopy. The premises include multiple consult rooms, theatres, inpatient wards, and dedicated nursing and support areas.

The ideal candidate will:

• Place strong emphasis on client care and patient welfare
• Be confident conducting nurse consultations and managing admissions and discharges
• Actively participate in anaesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing
• Provide high standards of inpatient care and recovery
• Be comfortable with laboratory work and clinical administration
• Support junior team members and student nurses
• Bring enthusiasm and ideas to help develop the practice
• Thrive within a small, collaborative team

The role offers:

• 4‑day working week (08:30‑18:30)
• Shared on‑call rota:
  • 1 in 4 weekends (Friday evening, Saturday & Sunday)
  • 1‑2 weekday evenings per month
  • On‑call support for the vet only, with generally quiet out‑of‑hours work
• Shared overnight hospitalisation duties with time off in lieu
• Varied and engaging caseload

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• CPD fully encouraged and funded
• Funding and support for further certificates
• Professional fees paid
• Private medical insurance
• Discounted veterinary care and medications for personal pets

Requirements:

• Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification
• Valid professional registration
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, patient‑focused approach
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving ability

This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN looking to progress their career in a friendly, well‑supported practice.

For more information or to apply, please contact Jack at Nurse Seekers.