Registered Veterinary Nurse - Nights

Cave Veterinary Specialists; Wellington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Wellington seeks a Night Registered Veterinary Nurse to provide overnight care to inpatients. This position offers a competitive salary, enhanced night pay, and a supportive team culture. Ideal candidates are qualified RVNs looking for a calm and focused work environment. The role provides opportunities for further qualifications and offers several employee benefits including CPD funding and enhanced leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced night pay

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

CPD funding

Employer contribution pension scheme

Wellness program including employee assistance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in referral or emergency care is desirable but not essential.
• Enjoy working independently but value being part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to inpatients overnight.
• Work with on-call veterinary surgeons and support staff.
• Maintain clinical records and handovers to the day team.

Skills

Calm communication

Clinical skills

Education

Qualified RVN registered with RCVS

Job description

Overview

Night Registered Veterinary Nurse - South West England

Location: Cave Referral - Wellington, Somerset

Hours: 37.5hrs per week (average) - part time considered

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + enhanced night pay + benefits

Team: Supportive, skilled, and genuinely lovely!

The Role

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our night team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a calm, focused environment and enjoys the autonomy and responsibility that comes with overnight care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to inpatients overnight, including monitoring, administering medications, and responding to emergencies.
• Work closely with our on-call veterinary surgeons and support staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and handovers to the day team.
• Support and mentor student nurses and patient care assistants where appropriate.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and uphold our values of compassion, excellence, and integrity.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified RVN registered with the RCVS.
• Previous experience in referral or emergency care is desirable but not essential - full training and support will be provided.
• A calm, confident communicator with excellent clinical skills.
• Someone who enjoys working independently but also values being part of a close-knit team.

What We Offer

• A friendly, supportive team environment
• Competitive salary with enhanced night pay.
• CPD encouraged and funded, including opportunities for further qualifications.
• Access to advanced diagnostic tools and treatment options
• Beautiful location with easy access to coast, countryside, and city life.
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including:

• Employee assistance program
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme

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 Program which is available for everyone.

If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Referral Nursing Talent Acquisition Business Partner - Becca Thompson at [e-mail]

Cave is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.

At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best - care for pets.

We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.

All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Cave, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

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