Registered Veterinary Nurse

Park View Veterinary Hospital; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate Nurse Programme

Nurse Academy

Career progression opportunities

Private Medical Insurance

6.6 weeks’ annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

Park View Veterinary Hospital in Lincoln seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team on a full-time basis. You will deliver high-quality nursing care, run nurse clinics, and support vets across a varied caseload.

Joining us means working with experienced vets, lab work, imaging, anaesthesia monitoring, and client education in a well-equipped hospital. We offer career development paths, study support, and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively.
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Run nurse clinics and provide inpatient care.
• Assist with surgical procedures and monitor anaesthesia.
• Perform diagnostic imaging and support vets with medical/surgical cases.
• Involve in lab work, client communication and education.
• Maintain clinical standards and ensure smooth daily operation.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive learner

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Park View Vet Hospital on a full-time basis.

Park View Veterinary Hospital is an accredited Small Animal Veterinary Hospital and boasts a team of 5 experienced vets, including specialists with medical and surgical certificates, supported by 8 dedicated RVNs and 7 receptionists who provide fantastic support.

Our hospital is exceptionally well equipped, with dedicated dog, cat, and exotic wards, two theatres, and an on-site laboratory. We also have a digital X-ray suite with a Bucky table and grid, a dedicated dental theatre with dental radiography, and a MyLab ultrasound machine with both abdominal and cardiac probes. Additional facilities include laparoscopic equipment, an endoscope and bronchoscope, as well as a wide range of orthopaedic equipment, electrocautery, and cryotherapy, allowing us to provide a high standard of care across a varied caseload.

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.

Working Pattern

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Working either 4 or 5 days per week
• Two Saturday mornings in 6 with the following Friday off
• No OOH requirements

General Responsibilities

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse at our practice, your key responsibilities will include running nurse clinics, providing compassionate inpatient care, assisting with surgical procedures, monitoring anaesthesia, performing diagnostic imaging, and supporting the vets with medical and surgical cases. You’ll also be involved in lab work, client communication and education, maintaining clinical standards, and ensuring the smooth daily operation of the practice.

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 inspiring vet care, 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
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• 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
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• 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
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Up to £30,000 per annum