Registered Veterinary Nurse

Prospect Health; Chichester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

40 hours/week

Independent practice

Professional development

Career prospects

Job summary

Prospect Health is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a well-established independent veterinary hospital near Chichester. The role offers a varied caseload, modern facilities, and a supportive clinical team.

The successful candidate will be RCVS registered (or eligible), with UK small animal nursing experience, and will deliver high‑quality patient care, assist with surgeries, nurse clinics, and maintain records. Full-time, 40 hours per week, with weekend rota.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• RCVS registered (or eligible).
• Previous UK small animal nursing experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding inpatient and patient nursing care.
• Assist veterinary surgeons with consultations, diagnostics and surgical procedures.
• Monitor anaesthesia and recover patients following surgery.
• Carry out nurse-led clinics where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical records.
• Provide exceptional client care and communication.
• Work closely with the wider veterinary and support teams.

Skills

RVN

RCVS registered

First-opinion nursing

Communication

Team player

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a well-established independent veterinary hospital in the Chichester area. This role is ideal for a qualified nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and enjoys working as part of a collaborative and supportive clinical team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected independent practice with a strong reputation for clinical excellence, offering a varied caseload, modern facilities and genuine opportunities for professional development.

Benefits Overview

• Competitive salary of £29,000 - £33,000 DOE
• Full-time position (40 hours per week)
• Independent veterinary hospital
• Supportive and experienced clinical team
• Varied and rewarding nursing caseload
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Modern, well-equipped working environment

Key Duties

• Deliver outstanding inpatient and patient nursing care
• Assist veterinary surgeons with consultations, diagnostics and surgical procedures
• Monitor anaesthesia and recover patients following surgery
• Carry out nurse-led clinics where appropriate
• Maintain accurate clinical records
• Provide exceptional client care and communication
• Work closely with the wider veterinary and support teams to deliver the highest standards of patient care

Working Pattern

• Full-time position (40 hours per week)
• Shared rota including early and late shifts
• Participation in weekends and bank holidays on a shared rota
• No accommodation available

Practice Facilities

• Well-established independent veterinary hospital
• Modern, fully equipped clinical facilities
• Experienced veterinary and nursing teams
• Busy and varied small animal caseload
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Excellent clinical standards with opportunities to develop your skills

Key Skills, Qualifications and Requirements

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
• RCVS registered (or eligible)
• Previous UK small animal nursing experience
• Confident across all aspects of first-opinion nursing
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care
• Positive team player with a proactive approach

Package and Benefits

• Competitive salary of £29,000 - £33,000 DOE
• Competitive benefits package
• Supportive independent practice
• Opportunities for continued professional developmentStable and experienced clinical team
• Excellent long-term career prospects