Registered Veterinary Nurse

IVC Evidensia UK; Oban; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.8 weeks' annual leave

Birthday leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

Wellbeing initiatives

CPD allowance 550 plus 24hrs paidLeave

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Green Car scheme

Job summary

IVC Evidensia Group in Oban is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join Oban Vets, a busy small animal practice. You will deliver high-quality nursing care in collaboration with vets and the wider team, supporting client experiences and animal welfare.

The role is 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with no weekends and voluntary out-of-hours. This is a full-time, on-site position offering a structured Nurse Academy and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing nursing skills.
• Strong communication with clients and colleagues.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive approach to learning and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Nurse clinics and consults.
• Theatre work including monitoring anaesthetics.
• Inpatient care and monitoring.
• Supporting diagnostics.
• Schedule 3 procedures.

Skills

RCVS registration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

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 Oban Vetson a full-timebasis.

Oban Vets is a busy and well-established small animal practice serving the local community and surrounding areas of Argyll. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional patient care and building lasting relationships with our clients.

You'll be joining a friendly and collaborative team of vets, nurses, patient care assistants and client care colleagues who work together to deliver the highest standards of veterinary care.

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 shifts Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Voluntary OOH

General Responsibilities

• Nurse clinics and consults
• Theatre work including monitoring anaesthetics
• Inpatient care and monitoring
• Supporting with diagnostics
• Schedule 3 procedures

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 – (the … …) ...
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams … ....
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What We Offer Our Team

• 6.8 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
• 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.

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £32,000 per annum