Registered Veterinary Nurse

CVS Group; Devizes; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable veterinary practice in Devizes is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse. The role involves a 40-hour work week, combining ward and surgical duties with weekend rotations. The practice offers numerous career development opportunities and a supportive team environment. The benefits package includes a competitive salary, generous leave, and various support programs. This is an ideal position for those looking to grow in a caring and professional veterinary setting.

Benefits

Access to company share-save scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Subsidised gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Pet treatment discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Strong commitment to animal care.

Responsibilities

• Work a 40-hour week with a mix of ward and surgical shifts.
• Participate in weekend duties with a 1 in 4 rotation.
• Provide exceptional care to patients.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse / Macqueen's Veterinary Centre, Devizes, Wiltshire / Salary up to £37k depending on experience

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the team at Macqueen Vets in Devizes, Wiltshire.

We are an RCVS approved veterinary practice with ICC Gold Cat-Friendly status. We have on-site CT scanner, laparoscopy, endoscopy and ultrasound. We have been a respected Orthopaedic referral practice for 30 years and now offer soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, cardiology and ophthalmology referrals.

We are a friendly team of 15 qualified nurses, many with additional qualifications and skills. Our nursing, vet and reception team are experienced, friendly and supportive.

The role

Our Nurses work a 40 hour week with a mix of ward and surgical shifts. There is 1 in 4 weekend and an occasional week day sleep in night duty.

We are committed to continually investing in our team, equipment and facilities to ensure we always provide our patients with the best care possible. We will support our staff with the opportunity to be the Nurse they want to be with further training opportunities.

There are many opportunities and pathways for nurses within our wider group! If you are looking to progress into leadership or management within a practice or perhaps something remote based, we can support you. We have recently launched “CVS Nursing Career Pathway” with the aim of demonstrating clear career progression for nurses across first opinion, referral and equine practices. You can have lifelong career here, regardless of what your current interest is! Click here to find out more: https://vimeo.com/904977057/532bcae978?share=copy

Your benefits package will include

• Salary up to £37K DOE (Plus overtime for any night shifts)
• Access to the company share-save scheme
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme - allowing you to purchase an additional two weeks of annual leave
• Receive an extra days leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
• Cycle to work scheme and subsidised gym membership
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to First Aid for Mental Health and Wellbeing Champions across CVS and 300 trained CVS colleagues in this role.
• Pet treatment and product discounts

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.