Registered Veterinary Nurse

inspiring vet care; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Cycle to Work

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for our Corstorphine branch in Edinburgh. The role offers a 40-hour week across four days (Mon-Fri) with no weekends or out-of-hours work, focusing on nursing care, clinical standards, and patient welfare.

You will work with a team of veterinary surgeons and nurses to deliver high-quality care, support client experiences, and participate in nursing clinics, theatre work, and anesthesia monitoring as part of a busy primary care practice.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with nursing duties.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive approach to learning and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Nurse clinics
• Theatre work
• Monitoring anaesthesia
• Inpatient care

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive learning

Tools

None

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 Inglis Vets on a full-time basis.

Inglis Vets provides care to our patients in Fife, Kinross, Alloa, Polbeth and Edinburgh 24/7 and has done for over 40years in many of our branches. We have 8 branch surgeries as well as our main hospital in Dunfermline.

The role is based in our well-established branch in Corstorphine. This is a 1 to 2 vet practice with a varied caseload and strong client base. Our Corstorphine Branch is situated on a bustling high street with excellent transport links both into and out of the city and great access to local independent shops and cafes during lunch and after work.

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
• Worked over 4 days, Monday to Friday
• There are no weekends or OOH with this role

General Responsibilities

• Nurse clinics
• Theatre work
• Monitoring anaesthesia
• 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

• 6.8 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 £32,000 per annum