Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their compassionate team in Coleraine. This full-time role offers a chance to work in a modern facility, providing exceptional care for small animals while running your own consultations and assisting in surgeries. The practice values professional development, offering support for CPD and certificate courses. With a strong commitment to community involvement and employee well-being, this position not only promises a rewarding career but also a supportive work environment that prioritizes work-life balance. If you're passionate about animal care and eager to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

7 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted staff pet care

Relocation allowance of £2000

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with compassion and strong nursing skills.
• Experience in surgical assistance and client communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care for small animals and assist in surgeries.
• Conduct consultations and offer various veterinary services.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Veterinary nursing

Surgical assistance

Client communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

At Millburn Vets, we’re seeking a compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our growing practice in the heart of Coleraine.

Millburn Vets is a welcoming, single-site practice nestled in the heart of Coleraine, where we primarily care for dogs, cats, and small furries. Our modern facility includes three consulting rooms, dedicated wards for cats and dogs, two separate day procedure areas, a prep room, an operating theatre, and an imaging room – all designed to ensure the highest standard of care.

Our skilled nursing team is proud to run their own consultations, offering services like general health checks, weight management clinics, laser therapy, physiotherapy, nail trims, and gland care. They also play a vital role in assisting our vets during surgeries, which are generally routine, with advanced orthopedic or imaging cases referred as necessary.

We are dedicated to giving back to the community. We regularly work alongside local charities, including Air Ambulance and the Doddie Aid Challenge, as part of our commitment to creating a positive impact.

Your New Team

Our tight-knit team consists of 5 vets, 4 RVNs, and 4 support staff members. We’re committed to supporting professional development and encourage our team to actively pursue CPD opportunities. For those looking to expand their expertise, we are proud to offer support for certificate courses and career development in areas that inspire our team.

Working Hours

This is a full-time position, requiring 38 hours per week, including one Saturday morning in five. Additionally, there will be 1 in 11 evenings on-call, and 1 in 10 weekends on-call.

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

• 7 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate Support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider
• Infection prevention and control programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS Cover
• RCVS Fees

Additional Benefits

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Discounted staff pet care
• Relocation allowance of £2000

Millburn Veterinary Practice, Coleraine

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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.