Registered Veterinary Nurse

Medivet Group; Lewes; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in Lewes is seeking a passionate Veterinary Nurse to deliver exceptional care in a supportive and innovative environment. The ideal candidate will be an RCVS registered nurse with strong teamwork skills and a commitment to client care. This is a full-time role of 30 hours per week, ideal for those looking to make a real impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be an RCVS registered nurse.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional care to clients each day.
• Support the vet with operations and procedures.
• Manage admissions and discharges for procedures.
• Ensure patient records are accurate and up to date.

Skills

RCVS registered nurse

Teamwork

Client care

Coaching and influencing skills

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and compassionate team at Medivet Brighton. A well-established practice located in the heart of one of the UK’s most iconic and vibrant cities.

Our practice is known locally for its warmth, kindness and continuity of care, and we’re proud to have built a strong reputation among our loyal client base. We’re a two-vet clinic, supported by a close-knit team including one full-time HRVN, a part-time RVN, a full-time Veterinary Care Assistant, two Client Care Assistants.

The clinic is well-equipped with dental and digital x-ray, ultrasound, a full in-house laboratory, kennels and a dedicated theatre, giving you the tools and space to deliver exceptional patient care with a strong balance of surgery and consults.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a Nurse looking for a fresh challenge in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. If you’re passionate about small animal care, thrive in a team-focused setting, and want to make a real impact in a community-minded practice, we’d love to hear from you. This role is 30 hours per week.

For an initial, informal conversation, please contact [e-mail].

Responsibilities

Client care

• Deliver exceptional care to clients, each and every day.

Patient care

• Support the vet with any operations or procedures when required.
• Carry out nurse led appointments.
• Responsible for patient monitoring and care.
• Manage admissions and discharges for procedures as directed by the Vet or Lead Vet (depending on complexity).
• Ensure patient records are accurate and up to date.
• Ensure all pre or post operation activity is completed.
• Provide everyday care for patients by carrying out appropriate walking, toileting and feeding.
• Complete any patient transfers required to out of hours (OOH) care provider or for any enhanced care required.
• Responsible for dispensing and checking any medication required. All patient care is carried out under the guidance of the Vet/Lead Vet in line with clinical competence

Standards and Compliance

• Accountable for clinical compliance with all regulatory and practice standards and agreed ways of working.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Commercial performance

• Maximise the adoption of nurse led appointments to deliver patient care and maximise the capacity of the clinic.

Communications

• Hold daily briefings and co-ordinate roles and activity to support the effective running of the clinic.

Clinical administration

• Take samples as required by and under the direction of the Vet/Lead Vet.
• Package and send off lab tests.
• Effective stock management including stock rotation, managing out of date products and stock to shelf.
• Escalate any issues to the Practice Manager and/or Vet/Lead Vet as required.
• Ensure the back of house is set up and ready for procedures.

Skills, knowledge and experience

• Must be an RCVS registered nurse.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Supports nurse consults and understands how this contributes to the performance and efficient operation of the clinic.
• Able to deliver exceptional care to clients.
• Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of each and every colleague.

Our clinics are run by small teams who need to work together effectively to deliver exceptional care to our clients, patients, and colleagues. This means that, from time to time, you may be required to carry out tasks outside your normal duties, where you have the skills, knowledge and experience required

About us

Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider, operating in the UK, Germany, Spain and France with more than 500 branches and 27 24-hour veterinary centres.

We’re proud to support a large, connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care, always there. That’s more than a strapline for us, we truly believe every interaction we have matters and that we can make a real difference.

We’re continuing our mission to deliver exceptional care, always there by creating great experiences for our patients, clients, and colleagues through a forward thinking and caring environment where we make every experience better by using the very best equipment and treatment options available, including in-house MRI machines and state-of-the‑art operating theatres.

We love working with talented, like‑minded people who want to stand out in their field and whose compassion for animals always goes way beyond their job. We have exciting plans for the future so come and join us on our journey.