Registered Veterinary Nurse

Gordon Vets, Musselburgh; Musselburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance £550 + 24hrs paid leave

6.8 weeks' annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

Gordon Vets, Musselburgh, near Edinburgh, seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our small animal clinics across three branches. You’ll provide high-quality nursing care and support clients in a friendly, collaborative team.

You’ll work in a well-equipped practice with opportunities for professional development, training, and career progression within a supportive culture. We offer a 40-hour week, four days, and a 1 in 5 weekend rota with no out-of-hours.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical/surgical nursing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Patient care post op and day hospitalisation.
• General anaesthetic and sedation preparation and monitoring.
• Surgical prep of operation rooms and patients.
• Laboratory duties
• Infection control
• Care and maintenance of equipment
• Nurse consultations

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing experience

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Proactive learning

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 Gordon Vets on a full-timebasis.

We are a well-established 3-branch small animal clinic on the outskirts of Edinburgh. We have 13 nurses working across our 3 branch surgeries, 16 vets and 1 VCA. Both our Musselburgh and Penicuik sites are nurse training practices.

Our practices are well-equipped with digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound (including echo) and in-house lab. We offer laparoscopic spays, endoscopy and orthopaedic surgeries at our main surgery in Musselburgh. Client and patient care are our main focus and we do that by offering a friendly and supportive environment to work in.

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

• 40 hours per week
• Working 4 days per week
• 1 in 5 weekend rota
• No out of hours

General Responsibilities

• Patient care post op and day hospitalisation
• General anaesthetic and sedation preparation and monitoring
• Surgical prep of operation rooms and patients
• Laboratory duties
• Infection control
• Care and maintenance of equipment
• Nurse consultations

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
• Clear career pathways 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

• 6.8 weeks' annual leave
• 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 £33,000 per annum