Registered Veterinary Nurse

Linnaeus; Market Weighton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

RCVS fees paid

CPD funded

Pension scheme

Staff discount

Life Assurance

Wellness program

Cycle to work

Job summary

Wicstun Vets in Market Weighton is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our dedicated nursing team. You will work 40 hours per week over five days, delivering high standards of patient and client care under the guidance of our Clinical Nursing Manager and veterinary surgeons.

The successful candidate will mentor junior nurses, assist with surgeries, maintain accurate medical records, and contribute to a supportive practice that values CPD and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team and is committed to CPD.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding nursing care to a wide range of patients.
• Assist veterinary surgeons with consultations, procedures and surgeries.
• Provide care for hospitalised patients including pre- and post-operative nursing.

Skills

RVN

Communication

Teamwork

Education

RVN registration

Job description

Job Title: Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Location: Wicstun Vets | Market Weighton

Salary: From £27,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week over 5 days

Join Our Nursing Team

At Wicstun Vets, our nurses are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for a compassionate, motivated, and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our friendly team in Market Weighton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while working in a supportive practice that values teamwork, professional development, and high clinical standards.

The Role

As a key member of our nursing team, you will work closely with our Clinical Nursing Manager, veterinary surgeons, and wider practice team to ensure the highest standards of patient and client care are delivered every day.

You’ll play an important role in supporting and mentoring junior nurses and animal care assistants, helping to create a positive working environment where everyone can thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver outstanding nursing care to a wide range of patients.
• Assist veterinary surgeons with consultations, procedures, and surgeries.
• Provide excellent care for hospitalised patients, including pre-operative, post-operative, and inpatient nursing.
• Administer medications, treatments, fluid therapy, dressings, and other nursing procedures in line with professional guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records, including anaesthetic and hospitalisation documentation.
• Support patient admissions and discharges, ensuring clients receive clear communication and excellent service.
• Help maintain high standards of cleanliness, infection control, and equipment maintenance throughout the practice.
• Assist with stock management and replenishment.
• Support reception when required, including updating clients on their pets’ progress.
• Take an active role in training and mentoring student nurses and animal care assistants.
• Participate in an agreed shared out-of-hours nursing rota.
• Contribute to practice events, client education, and occasional marketing initiatives.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• Is passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Is proactive, adaptable, and happy to support colleagues across all areas of the practice.
• Takes pride in maintaining high clinical standards.
• Is committed to continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting less experienced team members.

What We Offer

• Salary from £27,000, depending on experience.
• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD).
• Regular in-house training and team meetings.
• A varied and rewarding role with opportunities to develop your nursing skills.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of our patients, clients, and colleagues.

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program and access to the MARS academy
• 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:
• Employee assistance program
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme