Registered Veterinary Nurse

IVC Evidensia; Compton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Birthday leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance £550 + 24hrs paid leave

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Job summary

inspiring vet care’s Blenheim Veterinary Centre in the UK is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a friendly, supportive nursing team. The role can be full-time or part-time, with two part-time RVNs possible to cover full-time needs.

You will work alongside an established team of 5 RVNs, including the Head Nurse, plus students and support staff in a busy first opinion practice. A varied caseload and client-focused care are expected.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Excellent communication with clients and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills to manage a varied workload.
• Ability to work well within a nursing team.
• Proactive approach to learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload.
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing.
• Provide inpatient care and support patient recovery.
• Run nurse consultations and contribute to preventative healthcare.

Skills

RCVS registration

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Continuous improvement mindset

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, experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Blenheim Veterinary Centre on a permanent basis. We are open to applications from candidates seeking full-time or part-time hours, with the opportunity to appoint two part-time RVNs whose combined hours cover the full-time requirement.

Following an exciting rebrand and continued investment in our practice, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team within a busy first opinion environment.

You’ll be working alongside an established nursing team of 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses, including our Head Nurse, alongside 2 Student Veterinary Nurses and a Veterinary Care Assistant. We’re looking for someone who enjoys a varied caseload, works well as part of a team and is passionate about delivering excellent patient and client care.

Practice Highlights

• Friendly and supportive first opinion practice
• Recently rebranded, with continued investment in the practice
• Varied nursing role across medical, surgical and client-facing duties
• Opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and supportive nursing team

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

• Full-time hours of 37.5 to 40 hours per week, part-time applications considered
• Shifts between 8:00am and 6:30pm
• Saturday shifts are 8:30am to 12:30pm paid as overtime, typically 1 in 7
• No out-of-hours requirement

General Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery
• Run nurse consultations and contribute to preventative healthcare

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
• Ideally 2 years' clinical experience, with confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• 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
• 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

• 6.6 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
• 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.

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £33,000 DOE

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