Registered Veterinary Nurse

VC Evidensia UK; Egham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks’ annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK is seeking an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse at Runnymede Veterinary Hospital in Egham, England. This full-time role offers varied responsibilities, including assisting in surgical procedures and supporting patient care. Candidates should be RCVS registered and possess strong communication skills. The position provides career progression pathways and a range of benefits, including 6.6 weeks of annual leave, private medical insurance, and a £550 CPD allowance, fostering both professional and personal development.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience working in clinical practice, with confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients.
• Assist in surgical and medical procedures.
• Contribute to a collaborative working environment.

Skills

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Experience in clinical practice

Strong communication skills

Good organisational skills

Proactive approach to learning

Job description

Runnymede Hill Veterinary Hospital, Egham, South East

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Runnymede Veterinary Hospital (Pets First) on a full-time basis.

We are a well-established, RCVS-accredited small animal hospital located in the heart of Surrey. We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding patient care and nurturing a strong team culture that values collaboration, respect, and continuous professional growth.

We offer a varied and interesting medical and surgical caseload that allows our team to develop and thrive in a clinically challenging environment. As an RVN at Runnymede, you’ll be part of a close-knit nursing team committed to delivering high standards of patient and client care.

We are part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, which offers opportunities for career development, learning, and wellbeing.

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.

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours over a 4-day week. Shifts vary from 7:30am start to 7:00pm finish. You will work a mixture of theatre, inpatients, pharmacy and the occasional consult shift. 1:4 Saturdays (9am-2pm) with TOIL given the week before. No out of hours, Sundays or Bank Holidays.

General responsibilities include:

• Assisting in a wide range of surgical and medical procedures, inpatient care and monitoring.
• Nurse clinics and client education.
• Contributing to a positive, collaborative working environment.

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 IVC Evidensia, 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.
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
• 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 plus your birthday off.
• 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.
• Certificate support.
• RCVS and VDS fees covered.
• Discounted veterinary care.
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you - including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.