Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia UK; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Company pension scheme

Job summary

A prominent veterinary practice in East Grinstead is offering an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team. The role involves assisting with a diverse range of cases, participating in surgical nursing, and providing exceptional care to patients. Ideal candidates will have strong veterinary nursing skills and excellent client communication abilities. This full-time position provides a supportive work-life balance, numerous benefits, and opportunities for professional development. A competitive salary package is offered, reflecting experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification required.
• Experience in small animal care is preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside visiting specialists on orthopaedic cases.
• Provide exceptional inpatient care in surgical settings.
• Conduct laboratory work and manage nurse consults.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Client relationship building

Surgical and theatre nursing

Laboratory work

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Apply for the Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia UK. We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our fantastic team at East Grinstead Vets in the heart of beautiful West Sussex.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside visiting specialists and actively involved in an exciting orthopaedic caseload.
• Participate in surgical and theatre nursing, delivering exceptional inpatient care.
• Perform laboratory work and run own nurse consults and clinics, building strong client relationships.
• Gain hands‑on experience in advanced procedures and patient care.

Location: East Grinstead, West Sussex with satellite branches in Crawley and Copthorne. Good transport links to London and Brighton.

Work‑Life Balance

Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week over 4 days, no out‑of‑hours. 1 in 3 Saturday morning rota.

Benefits

Annual Leave

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.

Wellbeing

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

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro‑rate.
• Certificate support.
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy.
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider.
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding.
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme.
• Quality Improvement Programme.

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover.
• RCVS fees.

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme – IVC Evidensia will contribute.
• Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Voluntary benefits: flexible options to suit you.
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers.
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice.

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Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE.

Seniority Level: Entry level.

Employment Type: Full‑time.

Job Function: Other.

Industry: Veterinary Services.

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