Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) - Ruislip - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Ruislip; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary services provider in Ruislip is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join its dynamic team. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £30,000 per annum, along with great benefits such as additional leave and paid professional memberships. Candidates must be qualified and registered with the RCVS, with relevant experience in veterinary practice. This is a full-time role with a focus on excellent patient care and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Extra day off for your birthday

5.6 weeks of holiday

Paid memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS)

20% colleague discount at Pets at Home

Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant qualification in veterinary nursing.
• Must be registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
• Relevant clinical experience in a veterinary practice or hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient and client care.
• Administer medication and monitor anaesthesia.
• Handle various animal species depending on practice.

Skills

General nursing skills

Customer service

Animal anatomy knowledge

Handling various animal species

Monitoring anaesthesia

Education

Level 3 Diploma or 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 Ruislip and enjoy a rewarding role with a competitive salary of £28,000 to £30,000 per annum.

What We Offer:

• Work-Life Balance: Full-time (40 hours a week), no OOHs, and 1 weekend shift in 5
• Additional Leave: Extra day off for your birthday, 5.6 weeks of holiday (increasing after 2 years’ service)
• Professional Memberships: Paid memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS)
• Discounts: 20% colleague discount at Pets at Home and The Vet Group, plus exclusive company discounts and rewards
• Well-being Support: Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes

Working Hours:

• Full-time – 40 hours per week
• No OOHs
• Shifts are on a rota basis: Monday to Friday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, 11:00 am – 7:30 pm, 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
• Weekend shifts are 1 in 5. After working a weekend, your following shift will be Monday to Wednesday, 9:30 am – 6:30 pm, with Thursday and Friday off, giving you a great work-life balance!

The team:team is made up of 4 vets, 3 RVNs, 1 SVN, 2 VCAs, and 3 Receptionists.

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
• The ideal Nurse to join us will be proactive and enthusiastic, with solid all-round skills.
• Key to your success will be your ability to embrace all aspects of the veterinary nurse role, delivering excellent patient and client care.
• Be a strong team player and enjoy the variety the role will bring.
• Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing superb standards of client and 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!