Registered Veterinary Nurse - Nights

Forest Vets Epping; Harlow; In loco; GBP 33.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Generous CPD allowance

Funded external CPD

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Cycle to work scheme

Eyecare vouchers

Annual flu jab

Staff discounts and benefits hub

Employee Assistance Programme

Descrizione del lavoro

Forest Vets Epping seeks a permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our hospital team for night shifts at our Epping branch. The role runs 18:30–08:30 with a 2-hour break, 7 nights on and 14 nights off, for an annualised 32.6 hours per week.

The RVN will provide inpatient and surgical nursing care, support a varied medical and surgical caseload, monitor overnight patients, and assist with advanced procedures such as endoscopy and CT imaging, closely collaborating with surgeons and the

Competenze

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS registered) with current practice license.
• Experience in medical and surgical nursing in a hospital setting.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Mansioni

• Deliver inpatient and surgical nursing care overnight.
• Monitor hospitalised patients and support medical/surgical caseload.
• Assist with advanced procedures including endoscopy and diagnostic imaging.

Conoscenze

RVN

RCVS registered

Hospital nursing

Overnight care

Strumenti

Endoscopy

CT imaging

In-house lab

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Title: Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Night PositionLocation: Forest Vets – EppingPractice Group: Forest Vets, part of LinnaeusContract: PermanentHours: 32.6 hours per week, annualisedWorking Pattern7 nights on, 14 nights offWednesday to Wednesday rotaShifts from 18:30–08:30Includes a 2-hour break during the night32.6 hours per week on an annualised basisAnnualised salary of approximately £32,554.05 per annumWe are excited to be recruiting for a permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our fantastic team at Epping branch. This is a well-rounded, fast-paced hospital nursing role that offers exposure to a wide range of medical and surgical cases, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced RVN looking to develop their skills in a modern referral-standard environment.The role offers a unique working pattern of 7 nights on followed by 14 nights off, providing an excellent balance between work and personal time while allowing you to become an integral part of our dedicated hospital nursing team.About UsForest Vets is a well-established, progressive veterinary group with a busy hospital site in Epping and several supporting branch practices. Our purpose-built hospital is equipped with excellent facilities and supported by a highly experienced clinical team committed to delivering exceptional patient care.Our facilities include:CTEndoscopyAdvanced diagnostic imagingIn-house laboratoryModern surgical theatresDedicated wards and consulting facilitiesWe're proud of our collaborative culture and fully utilise our nursing team, encouraging development and clinical progression in a supportive environment.The RoleThis is a varied and rewarding hospital nursing position where no two nights are the same. We're looking for a confident and experienced RVN who enjoys working in a busy hospital setting and is passionate about providing outstanding patient and client care.Key responsibilities include:Delivering high standards of inpatient and surgical nursing care throughout the night.Supporting a varied medical and surgical caseload.Monitoring and caring for hospitalised patients overnight.Assisting with advanced procedures including endoscopy, CT and diagnostic imaging where required.Working closely with our Veterinary Surgeons and wider clinical team.Contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the hospital.Supporting student nurses and junior team members where appropriate.Maintaining exceptional standards of patient care and clinical excellence.As part of Forest Vets, flexibility is important. While this role is based at our Harlow, our nurses may occasionally be required to work across our branch practices to support the wider team.This position is focused on providing dedicated overnight care for our hospitalised patients, with shifts running from 18:30–08:30 and a 2-hour break during the night.About YouWe're looking for someone who is:A Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS registered).Confident working in a busy hospital environment.Experienced in medical and surgical nursing.Comfortable working independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.Enthusiastic, adaptable and proactive.Passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care.Development & ProgressionAt Forest Vets, we're committed to helping our nurses thrive.We offer:Generous CPD allowance and funded external CPD.Access to extensive Linnaeus in-house learning programmes.Opportunities to develop advanced nursing skills in a hospital environment.Career progression within Forest Vets and the wider Linnaeus network.We also warmly welcome informal visits to the practice. If you'd like to see our facilities, meet the team and find out more about the role before applying, we'd be delighted to show you around.What We OfferRCVS & VDS fees paid.Generous CPD allowance plus funded external CPD.Extensive free Linnaeus CPD programmes.Pension scheme with employer contribution.Life Assurance (4x salary).Enhanced sickness and equal family leave.E-car salary sacrifice scheme.Cycle to work scheme.Staff discounts and benefits hub.Employee Assistance Programme.Eyecare vouchers.Annual flu jab.Forest Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the world's largest family-owned veterinary group. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where our people can thrive and deliver the highest standards of veterinary care.All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered.If you would like to apply, please click Apply, or for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the hospital, please contact our Nursing Talent Acquisition Partner: Purvi [e-mail]#LI-PK1 #LI-Onsite