Registered Veterinary Nurse

CVS Vets; Fleet; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS fees paid

CPD allowance

BSAVA library access

Advanced training funded

Nursing career path

33 days holiday

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing Champions

Family leave policies

Staff petcare discounts

Bonus scheme

Job summary

CVS Vets is a first-opinion practice focused on high standards of care and continuous learning. The Veterinary Nurse will monitor patients, support recovery, and reassure owners while contributing to a welcoming team culture.

We offer ultrasound, dental/x-ray, monitoring and in-house lab facilities. The role includes 40 hours per week with weekend rota and potential for 4-day week, salary up to £34,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering high quality care to patients and owners.
• Able to support clinical work across theatre, consultations and in-patient care.
• Willing to learn and grow through ongoing training and development.
• Interested in pursuing varied nursing interests within a first-opinion practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and monitoring under supervision.
• Support recovery and comfort for hospitalized animals.
• Communicate clearly with clients and team members.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Clinical support

Patient & owner care

Tools

Ultrasound

X-ray

Job description

At CVS, caring is what we do. As a Veterinary Nurse, you'll be at the heart of promoting pet wellness—monitoring patients' health, supporting their recovery, and offering reassurance to the people who love them. Because for us, caring isn't just a job—it's in our nature.

We putour people first—because when you're supported, you can deliver the very best care. With industry-leading learning, hands-on training, and guidance, you'll have everything you need to grow your skills and confidence. Whether you're looking to progress in your current role or explore new career pathways, CVS is the place to nurture your future career.

We are a firstopinion practice who provide the highest standards of care to our patients. Our practice is well equipped with ultrasound, digital x-ray, multiparameter monitoring and an in house laboratory.

Our team is made up of 6 Vets and 5 RVNs all with varying interests and skills, meaning we see a range of interesting cases. Our nursing team also consists of 2 SVN's and a PCA who are encouraged to pursue their own interests and professional development.

Our nurses work in all areas of the practice including consultations, theatre, in-patient care and schedule 3 procedures. Growth and development in areas of interest is encouraged and supported. We would welcome applications from 2nd year Student Nurses.

This is a full time role working 40 hours a week (with the option to work this over 4 days). Participation in the weekend rota is 1:6 (Saturday 8am-1pm). Part timeapplications will be considered. Salary up to £34,000 DOE FTE.

About you

No two days will be the same, you will:

• Be passionate about delivering exceptional care to both our patients and their owners every day.
• Support the outcome of patients care in all aspects of clinical work as part of the team.
• Ensure Quality is maintained by keeping our practice in excellent condition- ensuring quality of care and the best possible outcomes for every patient
• Learn, develop and grow with us, taking advantage of ongoing training and development opportunities offered by CVS and our practice.
• Contribute to creating a positive environment, fostering a friendly, welcoming and supportive team culture.
• Communicate with confidence, use your exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal to build strong, lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and the pets they love.

The benefits

At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join us, you'll get:

• RCVS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced trainingopportunities
• Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
• Up to 33 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell)
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, WellbeingChampions, and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff petcare discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications
• A bonus scheme that recognises strong results, based on both practice performance and individual contribution

Join us at CVS

We'recommitted to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up.

Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health.

Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice.

We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund.