Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Cannock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a part-time Registered Veterinary Nurse in Cannock, where your skills in surgical nursing and patient care will be valued. This role offers a flexible work-life balance with 20 hours per week, allowing you to thrive in a supportive environment. You'll engage in a variety of tasks, from consultations to inpatient care, all while working in a clinic that prioritizes employee wellbeing and professional development. With access to CPD opportunities and a competitive benefits package, this role is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact in veterinary care while enjoying the great outdoors of Cannock Chase.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£550 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified RVN with experience in surgical nursing and consultations.
• Ability to handle a variety of inpatient care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical nursing, consultations, and inpatient care.
• Manage reception duties and support the veterinary team.

Skills

Surgical nursing

Consultations

Inpatient care

Reception duties

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

We are looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic RVN to join our team for a maternity cover contract. You will have plenty of support to help you thrive in this varied role which will include a mix of surgical nursing, consultations, inpatient care, and reception duties. This is a part-time role.

Work life balance that works for you

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that's why we know that a good work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career. Ideally, we're looking for someone to cover 20 hours per week over 2 days (Mondays & Fridays).

About us

We are a 100% SA clinic in the West Midlands with 4 branches. This role is primarily to cover Monday & Friday at our Cannock branch. You will be working with an experienced SA team who also share a keen interest in exotics. We have a good mix of caseload with 2 hours of surgical cases each day. Our nursing team offers nurse clinics, health checks, nutrition advice, anal glands, nail clips, etc. We also offer phovia lamp therapy which is nurse-led. If you love the outdoors, Cannock is the place for you, Cannock Chase is a national landscape which would be on your doorstep, great for walking, cycling, orienteering trails, and even a dog activity trail.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

1. 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata)
2. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

1. Private Medical Insurance
2. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
3. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
4. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

1. £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata)
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
7. Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

1. VDS cover
2. RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

1. Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
2. Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
3. Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
4. Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
5. Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Hillman Vets, Cannock

85 Cannock Road, Cannock, WS11 5DA, United Kingdom

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Animals treated

Small animals

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