Registered Veterinary Nurse

Dovecote Veterinary Hospital (Castle Donington); East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in the East Midlands invites passionate individuals to apply for the position of Registered Veterinary Nurse. This role offers a competitive salary range of £25,397 - £35,000, along with 5 weeks of annual leave, enhanced parental pay, and fully funded professional development. Candidates will engage in a diverse range of responsibilities in a supportive environment committed to teamwork and innovation.

Benefits

5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Discounted pet treatments and products

Fully funded CPD and professional fees

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• A passion for delivering exceptional care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care within a supportive environment.
• Engage in a varied role including anaesthesia monitoring and nurse-led consults.
• Support weekend out-of-hours shifts for inpatient care.

Skills

Anaesthesia monitoring

Nurse-led consults

Catheter placements

Blood sampling

Inpatient care

Job description

Join Our Growing Team as a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Dovecote Veterinary Hospital!

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional care and making pets your top priority? At Dovecote Veterinary Hospital, this is more than a job—it’s our mission. We're an innovative, rapidly expanding, RCVS specialist‑led referral hospital near Derby, and we want you to be part of our dedicated nursing team.

About Us

Dovecote is a leading multi‑disciplinary referral hospital based in Castle Donington, specialising in Neurology, Orthopaedics, Soft Tissue Surgery, Oncology, and Dermatology. Our services also include certificate‑led Internal Medicine and Ophthalmology, alongside a first opinion and out‑of‑hours emergency service for the local community. Equipped with cutting‑edge digital imaging facilities—MRI, CT, digital X‑ray, and ultrasound—we're at the forefront of veterinary care and innovation.

The Role

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse on our expanding team, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality patient care within a collaborative and supportive environment.

• Hours: 40 hours per week, structured over four 10‑hour shifts
• Shift Times: Scheduled between 07:30 and 19:30
• Breaks: 30‑minute unpaid lunch daily
• Days Off: Three days off per week
• Weekend Rota: Participate in our weekend rota with time off in lieu
• Out of Hours: Some weekend out‑of‑hours shifts supporting our Mi‑Night service alongside inpatient care

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Join a passionate nursing team of 24 Registered Veterinary Nurses and 1 Student VN, committed to your personal and professional growth
• Engage in a varied and rewarding role including anaesthesia monitoring, nurse‑led consults, catheter placements, blood sampling, and inpatient care
• Work alongside a diverse group of specialist vets across Neurology, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Dentistry, and First Opinion Surgery
• Thrive in a culture that values teamwork, continuous learning, and innovation

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £25,397 - £35,000 (dependent on experience)
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays, with a flexible 4‑week buy/sell holiday scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Heavily discounted pet treatments and products
• Fully funded CPD and professional fees
• Auto‑enrolment in the company pension scheme
• Subsidised gym membership, cycle‑to‑work schemes, and wellness initiatives

Our Culture

A recent CVS‑wide survey highlighted that the biggest reason our colleagues love working here is our team. We foster an inclusive, welcoming, and collaborative culture where every individual is valued, supported, and empowered to excel.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a motivated, enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse eager to grow your career within a forward‑thinking, specialist‑led team, we want to hear from you.

Apply now by clicking the button below and become part of something truly special at Dovecote Veterinary Hospital!