Registered Veterinary Nurse

Medmatch; Harwell; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave

£500 CPD allowance + 2 paid CPD days

Job summary

Medmatch is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a nurse-led small animal practice in North Oxfordshire. The role offers strong mentorship for newly qualified RVNs and involvement in varied medical and surgical nursing caseloads, with a focus on high standards of patient care within a supportive team.

The position emphasizes a progressive nurse-led environment, collaboration, and ongoing development of nurse consults and inpatient care, with no out-of-hours responsibilities required.

Qualifications

• RCVS registered veterinary nurse certification required.
• Strong team communication skills essential.
• Willingness to develop clinically and support nurse consult progression.
• Positive, proactive and collaborative approach to nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Provide varied medical and surgical nursing care for small animals.
• Support development of nurse consults and inpatient care within a nurse-led environment.
• Deliver high standards of patient care with compassionate handling.
• Communicate effectively with the team to maintain smooth practice operations.

Skills

Team communication

Patient care

Clinical development

Nurse consult progression

Collaborative approach

Education

RCVS registered veterinary nurse

Job description

Become part of a professional veterinary team as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in a thriving community in North Oxfordshire.

This rewarding opportunity offers the chance to join a proudly independent small animal practice recognised for compassionate patient care and strong team culture. The position suits both newly qualified and experienced RVNs seeking genuine clinical involvement within a progressive nurse-led environment.

About the Position:

• Competitive salary – D.O.E.
• Strong mentorship available for newly qualified RVNs
• Enjoy varied medical and surgical nursing caseloads
• Benefit from progressive nurse-led clinical environment
• No out-of-hours responsibilities required within position
• Support development of nurse consults and inpatient care

About the Practice:

• Independent small animal practice across three local sites
• Award-recognised practice with loyal growing client base
• Advanced imaging and modern diagnostic equipment available
• Orthopaedic and soft tissue surgical caseload exposure
• Spacious clinical environment supporting collaborative team culture
• Future expansion plans including additional CT scanner

Ideal Candidate:

• RCVS registered veterinary nurse
• Passionate about delivering high standards of patient care
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• Keen to develop clinically and support nurse consult progression
• Positive, proactive and collaborative approach

Additional Benefits:

• 6.6 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays
• £500 CPD allowance plus 2 paid CPD days
• Excellent opportunity to develop professionally