Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in North Devon is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse. This role offers a varied workload including inpatient care, theatre duties, and nurse consultations. The practice values professional growth and offers extensive benefits, including a competitive salary, CPD allowance, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

6 weeks annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification required.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude essential.
• Experience in a veterinary setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care and perform theatre duties.
• Conduct nurse consultations and participate in on-call rota.
• Support and guide team members in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Team Player

Communication

Patient Care

Proactivity

Job description

We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our fantastic team at Market Vets, working 30 hours per week over 4 days. This is a varied and rewarding role involving inpatient care, theatre duties, and nurse consultations.

We actively encourage our RVNs to fully utilise their skills, including Schedule 3 procedures. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team where your skills and development are truly valued.

Weekday shifts vary, with the earliest start at 8:00am and the latest finish at 6:15pm. The current rota includes working 1 in 7 Saturdays from 8:30am to 5:00pm, with time off in lieu that week. You'll also be part of the second on-call rota, covering 6:00pm to 7:00pm approximately once every 7 weeks. This comes with a paid retainer fee, call-out fee, and 1.5x hourly rate for any time worked on-site. Our nurses participate in late-night inpatient checks, currently 3 evenings in every 7 weeks, with appropriate compensation provided.

About us

We are a friendly, two-site mixed practice based in North Devon, just a short drive from Exmoor and the stunning North Devon beaches. Our practice boasts modern, well-equipped facilities and a diverse range of clinical interests among our team, including exotics and orthopaedics.

We strongly encourage our nurses to pursue their individual areas of interest, and many have gone on to achieve certificates in their chosen fields. Our equipment includes an in-house diagnostic laboratory, digital x-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, dental radiography, therapeutic laser (used in nurse-led clinics), and multiparameter monitors in theatre, enabling us to deliver high-quality, progressive care.

About the team and culture

Across our two sites, we have a mix of full- and part-time team members, including 14 vets, 14 nurses, 2 student nurses, and 11 members of our dedicated admin team. Our clinical staff bring a wealth of experience, with vets holding certificates in surgery and exotics, and nurses qualified in feline nursing, exotics, and anaesthesia.

We actively support and encourage individual interests that align with the goals and values of the practice, fostering a culture of professional growth.

We're also proud to work closely with local charities, including our partnership with a local branch of Cats Protection.

What we are looking for

We're seeking a proactive, enthusiastic, and approachable Registered Veterinary Nurse. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player who thrives in a collaborative environment but is also confident working independently and using their own initiative.

A positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for patient care are essential. If you're someone who enjoys a varied role and is keen to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you.

Because our employees matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to our success. Investing in our staff, premises, and processes is central to our ethos. In addition to a competitive base salary, benefits include:

Work-life balance

• 6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 22.5 hours paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for vets & nurses
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional benefits

• Pawsome Benefits discount and cashback platform
• Pension scheme (5% Employee / 3% Employer)
• Discounted staff pet care