Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

purovets; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

purovets in Gillingham is seeking a Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) for a 12-month temporary role. You will work across the hospital, including nurse consultations, inpatient care, and theatre assistance with Schedule 3 surgery, delivering compassionate, high-standard nursing care.

The role requires a qualified RVN, strong communication, and a collaborative approach within a modern hospital environment. Competitive salary is accompanied by benefits and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• Confident, adaptable and comfortable with a varied caseload.
• Strong communicator and team player.

Responsibilities

• Nurse consultations and inpatient care
• Dispensing medications
• Assisting in theatre, including Schedule 3 surgery
• Delivering high standards of nursing care
• Supporting clients and keeping pets calm and comfortable
• Sharing knowledge and contributing to a collaborative team

Skills

RVN

Education

Qualified Veterinary Nurse (RVN) certificate

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Location: Gillingham

Salary: £29,255 - £33,758 (including allowances)

Contract Type: 37.5 hours per week

Position Type: Full Time Temporary (12 months)

Why Join?

Join us to help keep people and pets together when times are tough.

We provide vital veterinary care to pets whose owners are experiencing financial hardship, and we’re growing our reach to support even more families. Join a purpose-led team where your skills can make a genuine difference every day.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly, collaborative team in Gillingham.

You’ll enjoy a varied caseload and play a key role across the hospital, including:

• Nurse consultations and inpatient care
• Dispensing medications
• Assisting in theatre, including Schedule 3 surgery
• Delivering high standards of nursing care
• Supporting clients and keeping pets calm and comfortable
• Sharing knowledge and contributing to a collaborative team

Our modern, well-equipped hospital includes separate dog and cat kennels, radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Confident, adaptable and comfortable with a varied caseload
• A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a team
• Passionate about animal welfare and delivering excellent patient care
• Keen to share knowledge, support colleagues and identify improvements
• Committed to our charitable purpose

We’ll support you to develop your skills and career with:

• Extensive internal CPD programmes including allowance and time off
• Industry discounts
• Full payment of your RCVS fees
• A supportive culture of shared learning and case discussion

Rota

37.5 hours per week

We offer flexible working options to support your work–life balance and individual circumstances.

Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy or sell five days
• Three paid special days: Volunteering, Celebration and Wellbeing Days
• Pension contributions from 5% up to 10%
• Life assurance at four times your annual salary
• AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support
• Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 10% pet insurance discount and access to staff veterinary services