Registered Veterinary Nurse

CVS Group; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS fees paid

Generous CPD allowance

33 days holiday

Health cash plan

Wellbeing Champions

Staff pet care discounts

Job summary

CVS MiNightVet Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Night Registered Veterinary Nurse to work sole-charge alongside a Vet in an Out of Hours clinic.

You will monitor patient health, support recovery, and reassure pet owners, with accommodation provided. The role offers a supportive team, ongoing training, and opportunities to develop your nursing career within CVS.

Qualifications

• Be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with current registration.
• Demonstrate excellent communication with clients and colleagues.
• Work well in a supportive team and adapt to varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional patient care and support owners at all times.
• Support clinical care for patients as part of the veterinary team.
• Maintain high standards of care and contribute to positive outcomes.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Excellent communication

Team player

Education

RVN qualification

Job description

Night Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location: MiNightVet Stoke (Stoke-on-Trent)

Contract: Annualised Hours (3 consecutive nights Friday, Saturday and Sunday every 3 weeks) (Shift Pattern 7pm-8am)

The successful candidate will work as a sole charge nurse alongside a Vet within an Out of Hours clinic. Accommodation can be provided for this role.

At CVS, caring is what we do. As a Veterinary Nurse, you'll be at the heart of promoting pet wellness—monitoring patients' health, supporting their recovery, and offering reassurance to the people who love them. Because for us, caring isn't just a job—it's in our nature.

We put our people first—because when you're supported, you can deliver the very best care. With industry-leading learning, hands‑on training, and guidance, you'll have everything you need to grow your skills and confidence. Whether you're looking to progress in your current role or explore new career pathways, CVS is the place to nurture your future career.

Life at MNV Stoke:

MiNightVet Stoke is part of a nationwide network of 39 out-of-hours practices, delivering round-the-clock care to small animals across the UK. We have modern facilities & a passionate, supportive team Stoke-on-Trent is a vibrant, affordable city with great transport links, close to Birmingham, Manchester, and the Midlands. With attractions like Alton Towers nearby and airports within easy reach, it's a fantastic place to live and work.

We are based in Stoke commutable from Crewe, Market Drayton, Nantwich, Congleton, Macclesfield, Buxton, Bakewell, Ashbourne, Uttoxeter, Stafford, Telford, Shrewsbury, Derby, Nottingham, Burton Upton Trent, Leek, Belper, Wrexham, Chester, Sheffield, Linchfield, Birmingham and other locations in the Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Cheshire areas.

About you

No two days will be the same, you will:

• Be passionate about delivering exceptional care to both our patients and their owners every day.
• Support the outcome of patients' care in all aspects of clinical work as part of the team.
• Ensure quality is maintained by keeping our practice in excellent condition—ensuring quality of care and the best possible outcomes for every patient.
• Learn, develop and grow with us, taking advantage of ongoing training and development opportunities offered by CVS and our practice.
• Contribute to creating a positive environment, fostering a friendly, welcoming and supportive team culture.
• Communicate with confidence, use your exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—to build strong, lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and the pets they love.

Benefits

• RCVS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities
• Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
• Up to 33 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell)
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications

At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join us, you'll get:

Join us at CVS

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up.

Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line‑manager check‑ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health.

Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice.

We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund.