Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Midforest Veterinary Practice, Lyndhurst; Lyndhurst; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in the New Forest is seeking a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse. You will be involved in clinical duties, including running nurse clinics and providing exceptional inpatient care. The role offers flexibility in working hours, a supportive team environment, and generous employee benefits including annual leave and CPD opportunities.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer

Qualifications

• Qualified RVN who is confident working independently and collaboratively.
• Takes pride in building strong, trusting relationships with clients.
• Proactive and compassionate individual with a passion for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Running nurse clinics and providing exceptional inpatient care.
• Assisting with laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitoring anaesthesia during surgical procedures.

Skills

Confident working independently

Building strong client relationships

Proactive and compassionate patient care

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our small, dynamic team at Midforest Vets. Our Lyndhurst site is nestled in the heart of the New Forest, housed in a charming, thatched cottage that’s been serving the local community for over 35 years.

A role with variety

In this role, you’ll be involved in a variety of clinical and patient care duties. Your responsibilities will include running nurse clinics, providing exceptional inpatient care, assisting with laboratory work and diagnostic imaging, and monitoring anaesthesia during surgical procedures. You’ll also place IV catheters, triage emergency cases, and play an important role in ensuring the smooth daily running of the practice.

Team and Culture

Our close-knit team creates a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone works together to provide the best possible care. Across both sites, our team includes 4 full-time vets, 2 regular locums, 6 registered veterinary nurses, 1 student nurse, and 5 receptionists. One of our vets is currently undertaking a Dental Certificate, while others have developed special interests through extensive CPD in areas such as dermatology, dentistry, and radiography. At Midforest Vets, we take pride in our friendly team spirit, our supportive culture, and our dedication to delivering exceptional veterinary care. You’ll be joining a practice that combines traditional values with modern veterinary medicine - all set in the beautiful surroundings of the New Forest.

Working Hours

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, offering flexibility to suit your lifestyle. You can choose between a compressed 4-day week or a standard 5-day week. The position includes participation in a 1-in-5 Saturday rota (8:30am-12:30pm). You’ll be primarily based at our Lyndhurst practice, with occasional support required at our Totton branch.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for a qualified RVN who is confident working both independently and collaboratively within a team. You’ll be someone who takes pride in building strong, trusting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. Above all, we’re seeking a proactive and compassionate individual with a genuine passion for delivering exceptional patient care.

Because our employees 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

• 6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays pro rata

• 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
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid 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 £30,000 DOE