Registered Veterinary Nurse

Park Veterinary Centre; Watford; Presencial; GBP 32 000 - 39 000; Tempo integral

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6.6 weeks’ annual leave

Birthday leave addition to holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Resumo da oferta

Park Veterinary Centre in Watford is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for full‑ or part‑time hours to join our experienced team. You’ll provide high‑quality nursing care, assist surgeons, manage inpatient care, and contribute to the practice’s culture of learning and patient welfare.

We value development through our Nurse Academy, mentoring, and ongoing CPD opportunities. Flexible shifts and a supportive environment.

Qualificações

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS (RCVS registration).
• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients and support excellent client experiences.
• Collaborate with veterinary surgeons and the wider team on first opinion cases.
• Take responsibility for nursing care, inpatient management and monitoring.
• Assist in theatres and complex surgeries, including post‑op care.
• Manage pharmacy duties and run nurse clinics as needed.

Conhecimentos

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing

Team collaboration

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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 Park Veterinary Centre on a full‑time or part‑time basis.

Park Veterinary Centre is a well‑established first opinion small animal practice with over 100 years of serving the local community in Hertfordshire. As a training practice, we are passionate about supporting the development of our team and have a long history of mentoring students and newly qualified nurses, making this an excellent environment to learn and grow.

Our experienced, long‑standing team brings a wealth of clinical expertise and shares a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional patient care, with a particular focus on animal welfare and behaviour. The practice is well‑equipped with laparoscopy, endoscopy, ultrasound, digital and dental radiography, alongside a comprehensive range of modern monitoring equipment, enabling us to manage a varied and rewarding caseload.

Based in Watford, we enjoy the best of both worlds, with beautiful Hertfordshire countryside on our doorstep and direct rail links to London in around 35 minutes. We also have a nearby consulting branch in Leavesden, just a few miles from our main site.

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 is 40 hours per week, but we will consider part‑time applicants also
• Up to 4 days Monday - Friday between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm
• 1 in 4 Saturdays until 4.30 pm and 1 in 12 Saturday mornings

General Responsibilities

• Focus on theatre, carrying out complex surgeries
• Inpatient care
• Pharmacy
• Occassional nurse clinics

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 £35,000 DOE