Registered Veterinary Nurse

IVC Evidensia; New Milton; On-site; GBP 29,700 - 36,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave plus your birthday off

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

A leading veterinary group in New Milton seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team full-time. The role includes providing nursing care for patients and excellent client service. Candidates should be RCVS registered with strong communication skills and clinical practice experience. The position offers a supportive primary care environment, career progression, and generous benefits including annual leave and a CPD allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Ability to manage workload effectively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients.
• Support the nursing care of first-opinion cases.
• Assist in managing inpatient care for hospitalised patients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach to learning

Experience in clinical practice

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 Forest Lodge Vets on a full‑time basis. Part‑time applications will also be considered.

Our team is made up of 1 full‑time and 5 part‑time vets, along with 6 dedicated nurses (2 full‑time and 4 part‑time nurses). We also have 2 full‑time VCAs, all working together to provide exceptional care. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment, where every team member plays a vital role in delivering the highest standards of animal care.

We are proud to have a highly skilled and experienced nursing team. As a training practice, we value candidates with an interest in coaching, though this is not a requirement. The right candidate will receive a warm welcome and the opportunity to thrive in the stunning surroundings of the New Forest.

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 full‑time role consisting of five 8‑hour days per week, along with 1:6 Saturdays. No OOH.

General Responsibilities Include

• Inpatient care for hospitalised and day patients
• Performing general anaesthetics
• Lab duties
• Dispensing medication

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

• 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

• 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 Our Team

• 6.6 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

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £33,000 pa DOE

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