Registered Veterinary Nurse

Gower Veterinary Surgery Swansea; Swansea; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks holiday

Bank holidays

Birthday Leave

Internal CPD

Staff discount

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Enhanced sickness pay

E-car salary sacrifice

Cycle to work

Eyecare voucher

Wellness program

Job summary

Gower Veterinary Surgery Swansea is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our supportive nursing team of 5 RVNs and 3 PCAs in Swansea. You will assist with surgeries, dentals, and diagnostics, run nurse clinics, and provide excellent patient care from admission to discharge.

The role offers a supportive environment with ongoing CPD, and benefits including life assurance, pension, and wellness schemes.

Qualifications

• RCVS registration is required.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential.
• Team-focused approach and positive attitude expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary surgeons with surgical procedures, dentals and diagnostic workups.
• Conduct nurse consultations and clinics.
• Provide high-quality inpatient care and administer medications as prescribed.

Skills

RCVS registered

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team-oriented

Job description

Job title: Registered Veterinary NurseLocation: Gower Veterinary SurgeryJob Type: Permanent (Full Time)Salary: £26,000-£30,000 DOEHours: 37.5 hours per week, Saturday mornings on a rota basis (approx. 1 in 5, with time back in lieu)At Gower Vets we are seeking an additional Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our supportive, close-knit nursing team of 5 RVNs and 3 PCAs.Roles and responsibilities:Support veterinary surgeons with a wide range of procedures including surgical procedures, dentals, and diagnostic workupsCarry out a range of nurse consultations and clinicsProvide high-quality inpatient care, assisting with administration of medications and treatment prescribedMaintain accurate and thorough clinical records including anaesthetic sheets, hospitalisation forms and clinical notesEnsure high standards of patient welfare and infection control; adhering to stringent infection control protocols and maintenance of equipment, reporting faults or damagesContribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the practice by working collaboratively with RVNs, PCAs, vets, and reception teamsMaintain excellent client communication and service standards, supporting clients through their journey from admission to dischargeRequirements:RCVS registeredStrong communication and organisational skillsPassion for delivering exceptional patient and client careTeam-focused approach and positive attitudeMinimum 12 months experience post qualification (desirable)Benefits:5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday LeaveExtensive Internal CPDStaff discount schemesLife AssuranceEnhanced sickness payEnhanced equal family leaveE-car salary sacrifice schemeEmployer contribution pension schemeRecruitment referral reward schemeWellness program including:Employee assistance programEyecare voucher schemeFree annual Flu jabCycle to work schemeAbout us:We are a primary care practice for small animals, which established itself amongst the Swansea community, providing care for thousands of pets every year.Being RCVS accredited, we are dedicated to continuously improving our quality of care and service. We know that owners consider pets to be a member of the family and that is why we work hard to provide the very best veterinary care possible.At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please contact [e-mail] Value:£26,000 - £30,000 per annum;Salary Description:Salary from, depending on experience;