Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

White Cross Vets, Coulby; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their supportive team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a well-equipped clinic, providing essential support in surgical procedures and patient care. You will have a chance to develop your skills while enjoying a work-life balance with a flexible schedule. The practice promotes continuous professional development and offers a competitive salary along with various employee benefits. If you are passionate about veterinary nursing and committed to high standards of care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£550 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with experience in clinical tasks and surgical procedures.
• Commitment to high clinical standards and excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinary team in clinical tasks and assist in surgical procedures.
• Run nurse clinics and promote dental care and health checks.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Surgical Assistance

Client Care

Continuous Professional Development

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Tools

Digital Dental X-ray

Ultrasound

Endoscope

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at our dual-sited practice, located on the outskirts of Middlesbrough.

Your New Role
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will play an essential role in supporting our veterinary team in a range of clinical tasks, including assisting with various surgical procedures, promoting dental care, and providing consultations for health checks and general care. You will be responsible for running nurse clinics, offering services such as weight management, laser therapy, and more. The role offers a variety of surgical procedures, so you will have the chance to develop your skills in different aspects of veterinary care.

Join a Well-Established Practice
At our practice, you will work alongside a close-knit and experienced team, including 4 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 RVNs, 1 SVN, 1 VCA, 3 Client Care Coordinators, 1 Practice Coordinator, and 1 Practice Manager. Our clinic is led by a dynamic and progressive Clinical Director, Louisa (Imaging Cert), who encourages an environment of continuous learning and clinical excellence. We support and promote ongoing professional development and provide opportunities for certification courses to help you grow in your career.

The clinic is fully equipped with modern facilities, including digital dental X-ray, ultrasound, and access to an endoscope. We are a Cat-Friendly Clinic (Silver Award) and focus on providing the highest level of care in a stress-free environment.

Working Hours
The position is full-time, with a typical 4-day working week and flexible hours to support work-life balance. You will also be expected to work 1 in 5 Saturday mornings, but we offer no Sunday or out-of-hours shifts, with out-of-hours care handled by Vets Now Middlesbrough. The clinic is closed on bank holidays, except for Good Friday.

What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who is committed to delivering high clinical standards and providing excellent patient care. A keen interest in continuous professional development is essential, as we offer support for further learning and certification. You should be able to work effectively as part of a collaborative team, providing both technical expertise and excellent client care.

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:

1. Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
2. 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.
3. 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 online encyclopaedia provider; All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme.
4. Professional Memberships: VDS cover; RCVS fees.
5. Colleague Benefits: Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well; Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria; Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you; Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers; Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice.

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum DOE