Registered Veterinary Nurse

Linnaeus Veterinary Limited; Hawick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS & VDS fees paid

CPD funded

Pension scheme

Birthday Leave

Wellness program

Job summary

Greenside Veterinary Practice (St Boswells and Hawick) is looking for a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our two-site team. The role covers theatre nursing, inpatient care, nurse-led consultations and Schedule 3 procedures, with opportunities to develop orthopaedic skills.

We offer a supportive environment, ongoing CPD access, and a schedule that includes occasional out-of-hours for emergencies. Flexible patterns may be discussed to fit your needs.

Qualifications

• Qualified RVN with current registration (RCVS).
• Enjoys varied general practice nursing and teamwork.
• Strong patient care and communication skills.
• Willingness to engage in CPD and teaching when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Theatre nursing and assisting with a range of surgical procedures.
• Inpatient care and monitoring of hospitalised patients.
• Nurse-led consultations and preventative healthcare advice.
• Support for Schedule 3 procedures and dental work.
• Interest in developing orthopaedic nursing skills.

Skills

RVN skills

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

Job Title: Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) Location: Greenside Veterinary Practice , St Boswells and Hawick ( Part of Anicura) Salary: From £27,810 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, over 5 days Working pattern: 1 in 8 weekends for out-of-hours emergency work only. The practice is closed on Saturdays and Sundays for routine appointments and operations. Flexible working patterns will also be considered. Are you an enthusiastic RVN looking for a varied role where you can truly utilise your nursing skills? Do you enjoy getting involved in all aspects of veterinary nursing, from theatre and inpatient care to nurse-led consultations and Schedule 3 procedures? Would you love to work within a friendly, supportive team that genuinely invests in your development and encourages you to reach your full potential? Greenside Veterinary Practice are looking for a passionate and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their fantastic team. This is a brilliant opportunity for a nurse who enjoys the variety that general practice brings, with the chance to work across two well-equipped sites, develop new skills and get involved in a diverse and interesting caseload. Whether you have a particular interest in anaesthesia, dentistry, orthopaedics or teaching, there are plenty of opportunities to grow and shape your role.

Why join us?

At Greenside, we are passionate about making the most of our nursing team's skills and ensuring our RVNs feel valued, supported and encouraged to develop. You'll enjoy a varied role working across two well-equipped sites, sharing responsibilities across: Theatre nursing and supporting a variety of surgical procedures. Inpatient care and providing excellent nursing support to hospitalised patients. Nurse-led consultations and supporting preventative healthcare. Schedule 3 procedures and nurse-led dentals. The opportunity to get involved in seasonal farm work, if this is an area of interest. Supporting our growing orthopaedic caseload, with opportunities to develop your skills in this area. We are committed to supporting ongoing clinical development and have access to an extensive range of Linnaeus CPD, including AVA-accredited Anaesthesia, RECOVER, ECC and Leadership Development programmes.

About us

Greenside Veterinary Practice offers a varied general practice caseload, providing our nursing team with the opportunity to develop and utilise a broad range of clinical skills. With two well-equipped sites and a diverse caseload, no two days are quite the same. We are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while ensuring our nurses have the opportunity to work to their full potential.

The team

You'll be joining a fun, friendly and supportive team who genuinely enjoy working together and take pride in nurturing the skills and knowledge of their colleagues. We are passionate about developing our nursing team and encouraging our RVNs to take an active role in clinical decision-making and patient care. As an approved veterinary nurse training practice, we are also proud of our commitment to supporting the next generation of veterinary nurses. We currently have a fantastic team of four clinical supervisors and would love to hear from RVNs who have an interest in teaching, mentoring and supporting student nurses through their training.

What we're looking for

• A qualified RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• Someone who enjoys the varied challenges that general practice brings.
• A positive, enthusiastic individual with a genuine passion for providing exceptional patient care.
• A nurse who is keen to utilise their skills across all aspects of practice.
• Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to a supportive team environment.
• An interest in developing clinical skills and making the most of CPD opportunities.
• An interest in teaching and mentoring student nurses would be an advantage.
• Most importantly, we're looking for someone with a positive attitude who wants to be part of a team that supports one another and strives to provide the very best care for our patients.

What we offer

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including: o Employee assistance program o Eyecare voucher scheme o Free annual Flu jab o Cycle to work scheme

We recognise that work/life balance is important, and while the position is based on 40 hours over five days, we would be very happy to discuss alternative working patterns with candidates looking for greater flexibility.

Salary Value: £27,810 per annum; Salary description: Salary from , depending on experience; OUTSTANDING QUALITY CARE