Registered Veterinary Nurse

Medivet; Edenbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Edenbridge seeks a full-time Veterinary Nurse to support patient care and surgeries. Key responsibilities include exceptional patient monitoring, managing admissions, and providing nurse-led appointments. The ideal candidate is an RCVS registered nurse with experience in delivering outstanding care and teamwork. This role offers numerous benefits, including a health cash plan, generous annual leave, and clinical CPD opportunities.

Benefits

Health cash plan from day one

Life Assurance 3 x salary

5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Paid day’s leave for personal use

Clinical CPD funding

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on Medivet products and services

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with experience in the veterinary field.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional care to patients and clients.
• Effective team player with a track record of supporting practice performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care for patients and clients.
• Support surgeries and manage patient monitoring.
• Conduct nurse-led appointments and manage admissions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and practice standards.

Skills

Exceptional patient and client care

Team collaboration

Nurse consults support

Coaching and influencing skills

Education

RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Overview

Medivet Edenbridge, formerly Lingfield Lodge, has proudly served the local community and surrounding areas since 1982. Nestled in the countryside, the practice offers an operating theatre for all surgical procedures, a comprehensive laboratory, digital X-ray and ultrasound, and cutting-edge laser technology in soft-tissue surgeries. There is a dental room where dentistry is carried out, separate dog and cat wards, and outdoor runs for dogs.

This role is full time, 40 hours per week. To apply for this fantastic opportunity, simply click apply or for a friendly initial conversation please contact [e-mail].

Key Benefits

• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance 3 x salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays rising to 6 with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish.
• Clinical CPD: £750 per year plus 2 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS and RCVS fees paid.
• Interest free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on Medivet products and services.

Role Accountabilities

• Exceptional care for patients and clients, and positive contributions to the team.
• Support with surgeries and procedures, completing all pre- and post-procedure activity.
• Carry out nurse-led appointments and schedule activities.
• Deliver patient monitoring and care.
• Manage admissions and discharges as directed by the Veterinary team.
• Complete patient transfers to out of hours or enhanced care.
• Dispense and check medication.
• Deliver professional excellence, compliant with regulatory, practice and operational standards.
• Hold briefings to engage and coordinate the team to support the most effective running of the practice.

Your Skills and Experience

• RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience of delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Experience of working effectively as part of a team.
• Experience of supporting nurse consults, with an understanding of how this contributes to practice performance and efficiency.
• Experience in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of every colleague.

About Us

Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider, with practices across the UK including a number of 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence overseas with practices in France, Germany and Spain.

We’re proud to support a large, connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care that’s always there. Being part of Medivet means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment with the very best equipment and treatment options available, and the very best treatment for you as a valued member of the team. This is the home of talented people who want to stand out in their field and whose compassion for animals goes beyond their job. Join us and be part of our exciting plans for the future.