Registered Veterinary Nurse

Stamford Veterinary Centre; Stamford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Birthday leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

RCVS/VDS fees covered

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Stamford Veterinary Centre in Stamford, England, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our busy first-opinion and referral team. You’ll deliver high-standard nursing care, support anesthesia, run nurse-led clinics and help educate clients.

We offer a 40-hour, four-day week, with Saturdays on a rota and a comprehensive benefits package including generous leave, private medical insurance, CPD support and staff discounts. RCVS registration is required.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high standards of inpatient and peri-operative care
• Supporting and monitoring anaesthesia
• Running nurse-led consultations and clinics
• Providing client care, advice and education
• Assisting with diagnostics and patient treatments
• Contributing to the continuous development of clinical services
• Supporting the training and development of colleagues and students where appropriate

Skills

RCVS Registration

Clinical Nursing

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

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 Stamford Vets on a full-time basis.

Stamford Vets is a busy and progressive first-opinion & referral practice with a strong focus on patient care, clinical excellence and team wellbeing. Our experienced team consists of 7 Veterinary Surgeons, 9 Nurses and 8 Support Team members, creating a collaborative and supportive environment where everyone plays an important role in delivering outstanding care.

We are proud to encourage our nurses to fully utilise their skills and knowledge, providing opportunities to take an active role in anaesthesia, inpatient care, nurse consultations, client education and the ongoing development of clinical services within the practice.

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

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Worked over 4 days, Monday to Friday
• 1 in 4 Saturdays paid in addition to weekly hours
• No OOH requirement

General Responsibilities

• Delivering high standards of inpatient and peri-operative care
• Supporting and monitoring anaesthesia
• Running nurse-led consultations and clinics
• Providing client care, advice and education
• Assisting with diagnostics and patient treatments
• Contributing to the continuous development of clinical services
• Supporting the training and development of colleagues and students where appropriate

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, 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

• 6.6 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
• 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 £31,200 per annum