Registered Veterinary Nurse

IVC Evidensia UK; Mintlaw; On-site; GBP 28,530 - 34,870; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave of 6.8 weeks plus birthday off

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

IVC Evidensia UK is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their Mintlaw Vet Surgery on a part-time basis. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality nursing care and support excellent client experiences. Responsibilities include providing nursing care to patients, preparing them for theatre, and running nurse clinics. This role offers 21 hours per week, a supportive work environment, clear career pathways, and a competitive salary up to £31,700 FTE DOE based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Providing nursing care to hospitalised patients.
• Preparing patients for theatre and monitoring anaesthesia.
• Running nurse clinics and supporting clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive learning

Education

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team‑orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Mintlaw Vet Surgery on a part‑time basis.

Mintlaw Vets is a bustling single‑site practice situated in Aberdeenshire. Our purpose‑built premises house a vibrant and forward‑thinking team that values collaboration. We hold RCVS General Practice Accreditation, alongside VetGDP, RVN Training Practice status, and ISFM Cat‑Friendly Clinic Accreditation. We also implement Fear Free techniques to enhance the well‑being of both clients and patients.

Within our well‑equipped facility, you'll find a light and spacious waiting room, 4 consulting rooms (including a dedicated nurse consult room), and 2 operating theatres, one of which doubles as a dirty ops/x‑ray room. We also have staff dog accommodation on site.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

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.

This is a part‑time role working 21 hours over 3 days, Monday to Friday. There will also be a 1 in 6 Saturday rota with time off in lieu.

General Responsibilities

• Providing nursing care to hospitalised patients, including monitoring and treatments
• Preparing patients for theatre and monitoring anaesthesia
• Administering medications, injections, and fluid therapy
• Running nurse clinics (e.g., weight management, wound care, vaccinations)
• Supporting and advising clients on the care of their pets
• Assisting with laboratory work, diagnostic tests, and imaging

We’re Looking For

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 IVC Evidensia, 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
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
• 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

• 6.8 weeks annual leave plus your birthday off
• 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
• Certificate support
• 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/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

[Some benefits will be subject to pro-rata amounts]

Up to £31,700 FTE DOE