Registered Veterinary Nurse

VC Evidensia UK; Witney; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK is seeking an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse for a full-time role at Cogges Veterinary Surgery in Witney. The practice offers a friendly and professional environment committed to high standards of patient care.

The successful candidate will join an experienced team, deliver quality nursing care, and support client experiences. The role involves collaborative work with veterinary surgeons and a variety of responsibilities across different areas of the practice.

Qualifications

• Confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working in a team.
• Experience in clinical practice with support for medical and surgical nursing.
• Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients within the clinical team.
• Support excellent client experiences and contribute to clinical standards.
• Take responsibility for nursing care of various first opinion cases.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good organisational skills

Confidence in medical and surgical nursing

Education

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Job description

Cogges Veterinary Surgery, Witney, Witney, South East

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 Cogges Veterinary Surgery on afull time basis.

Cogges Veterinary Surgery is a small animal practice based in Witney, Oxfordshire. Witney is a lovely Market town with a wide range of shops, eateries and weekly market all set in an idyllic location. Oxford is a short drive away and beautiful Cotswold villages are right on your doorstep, making Witney a perfect choice to live and work. We value a team approach and someone who will keep client and patient care at the forefront of everything they do.

Cogges Veterinary Surgery first opened in May 1993. We have been growing ever since and have built a reputation for being friendly and professional, whilst working hard to form an integral part of the community.

Practice Highlights

• Our RVNs are incredibly experienced and so you would be part of a knowledgeable and dynamic team.


• Our ops days are very nurse led and we offer a variety of nurse consultations so there is plenty of room and support for development.


• We work to a high standard with plenty of kit to help including a multi-parameter, capnography, BP monitoring, a high spec ultrasound machine, dental x-ray, digital radiography and an in house laboratory with plenty of cytology for ear and skin cases.

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. Your shifts are split between theatre, prep, kennels, float and reception/dispensary.

Working Pattern

40 hours, spread over a 5 day week. 3 early shifts of 8-4:30pm and 2 late shifts from 11:30am to 8pm. Share of weekends and bank holidays.

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