Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) - Burgess Hill - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary service provider in Burgess Hill is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000 per annum. Responsibilities include patient admission, monitoring anaesthesia, and providing exceptional care. Candidates must have a relevant veterinary nursing qualification and RCVS registration. Join a compassionate team and enjoy great benefits, including CPD and discounts for pet treatments.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous CPD

Discounts for personal pet treatments

Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS, ISFM)

No out-of-hours requirement

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant qualification in veterinary nursing.
• Registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons or equivalent.
• Experience in veterinary practice or hospital.
• Proficiency in general nursing duties.
• Experience in handling various animal species.

Responsibilities

• Admit patients and monitor their recovery.
• Support theatre turnaround and patient prep.
• Provide high standards of care to patients.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Patient care

Medication administration

Customer service

Monitoring anaesthesia

Education

Level 3 Diploma or a degree in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Are you a passionate and skilled Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for an exciting career move?

Sanctuary Personnel is proud to offer a fantastic permanent position with one of the UK’s largest veterinary retailers. Join the dynamic team in Burgess Hill and enjoy a rewarding role with a competitive salary of £30,000 to £35,000 per annum.

About the Role:As post holder of this role, you will work alongside a talented team of 9 vets, 8 qualified nurses, 1 trainee nurse, 4 VCAs and a fantastic front of house team, we take pride in providing a high standard of service with a compassionate touch. You’ll be hands-on in admitting patients, monitoring anaesthesia, recovering, and discharging patients, with the support of ANAs and SVN for theatre turnaround and patient prep.

What We Offer:

• Excellent Salary of 30 – 35k dependant on experience
• Generous CPD
• Cost price treatment for your own pets and a 20% discount in Pets at Home and the Groom Room.
• Access to discounts and cashbacks on a range of shops & restaurants
• No out-of-hours requirement
• Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS, ISFM)
• Great clients and lovely colleagues

Working Hours: This role is full-time (37.5 hours per week), but we are happy to consider part-time applicants (30 hours over 3 or 4 days). The position includes 1 in 4 Saturdays, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm.

Requirements of the Registered Veterinary Nurse:

• Must hold a relevant qualification in veterinary nursing (e.g., Level 3 Diploma or a degree in Veterinary Nursing).
• Must be registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) or equivalent governing body.
• Relevant clinical experience working in a veterinary practice or hospital.
• Proficiency in general nursing duties such as patient care, administering medication, and monitoring anaesthesia.
• Experience in handling various animal species (small animals, exotics, or large animals, depending on the practice).• Knowledge of animal anatomy, diseases, and treatments.
• Strong general nursing skills and excellent customer service
• Positive, down-to-earth, and passionate about animal care

If you’re ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and join a team that truly values your dedication and expertise, we’d love to hear from you!

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