Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia; Invergordon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary healthcare provider in Invergordon is looking for an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team. The role involves delivering high-quality clinical care, managing inpatients, supporting anaesthesia, and conducting consultations. With a competitive salary of up to £30,800 DOE, you will enjoy a great work-life balance, enhanced wellbeing benefits, and opportunities for professional development. This role is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact in a supportive community-focused practice.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Qualifications as a Registered Veterinary Nurse are essential.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care and clinical service is expected.
• Strong teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clinical care as a member of the nursing team.
• Manage inpatient care and support theatre and anaesthesia.
• Conduct nurse consultations and manage pharmacy.

Skills

Teamwork

Commitment to patient care

Positive attitude

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Easter Ross Vets, Invergordon

Salary: Up to £30,800 DOE

Hours: 40 hours per week (4 or 5 days), no OOH or on-call

Are you an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking team in one of the most beautiful parts of the Highlands? Easter Ross Vets is seeking an RVN who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and eager to be part of a supportive and community-focused practice.

About the Role

As a valued member of our nursing team, you’ll play a central role in delivering high‑quality clinical care. Your daily responsibilities will be varied and rewarding, including:

• Inpatient care
• Theatre and anaesthesia support
• Pharmacy management
• Nurse consultations

You’ll work 40 hours per week across 4 or 5 days, with no out‑of‑hours or on‑call duties. At present there are no weekend shifts, though these may be introduced in the future. We pride ourselves on offering excellent work‑life balance while maintaining exceptional standards of veterinary care.

About Us

Easter Ross Vets is well‑equipped with modern diagnostic and treatment facilities, enabling us to care for a wide range of cases efficiently and compassionately. From routine check‑ups to emergency presentations, we treat every patient as if they were our own.

We continually strive for improvement and value client feedback to ensure we’re providing the best service possible. Our emergency care is supported 24/7 through our partnership with Highland Vet Emergencies.

A Beautiful Place to Live and Work

Situated just north of Inverness, our Invergordon practice is surrounded by breath‑taking Highland scenery and steeped in rich Pictish history. Whether you enjoy hillwalking, water sports, or exploring charming historical towns, you’ll find plenty to love in this vibrant and welcoming region.

Why Join Easter Ross Vets?

• Community‑centred practice with branches in Invergordon, Tain, and Alness
• Strong integration with local clients and surrounding towns
• Easy access to Inverness Airport and city amenities
• Supportive, collaborative team culture

About You

We’re looking for a qualified and fully registered RVN who is committed to excellence in patient care and clinical service. A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and a passion for nursing are essential.

Because our employee’s 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
  • 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
  • Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Wellbeing
  • Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
  • Non‑accidental injury support
• Development
  • £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave pro rata
  • 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
  • Additional
    • Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
    • Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
    • Discounted staff pet care

  Up to £30,800 DOE