Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Une nouvelle clinique vétérinaire recherche un(e) infirmier(e) vétérinaire enregistré(e) pour rejoindre son équipe à Plymouth, offrant des soins de haute qualité dans un environnement stimulant. Le poste offre des possibilités de formation continue et des avantages tels que des congés annuels généreux et des soins de santé privés, contribuant à un bon équilibre entre vie professionnelle et vie privée.

Benefits

6.6 semaines de congés annuels

Assurance médicale privée

Indemnités de CPD

Pension d'entreprise avec contributions

Remises chez des détaillants

Qualifications

• Qualifié(e) comme infirmier(e) vétérinaire enregistré(e).
• Passion pour les soins aux animaux et le développement professionnel.
• Capacité à travailler dans une équipe chirurgicale.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer divers soins infirmiers auprès des patients.
• Travailler avec des équipes chirurgicales pour aider aux opérations.
• Gérer les soins aux animaux hospitalisés et les cliniques infirmières.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Emergency care

Inpatient care

Client communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

We are recruiting for our brand new Hospital opening in June 2025.

This is an exciting time for an RVN to join our team as we expand into our new premises, offering gold standard nursing care and developing referral level veterinary care for our clients.

Working hours/rota

Various shifts are available throughout the week, including weekends. Opportunities for both part-time and full-time roles are available to promote a healthy work-life balance.

About us

With four sites, Plymouth Vets offers quality pet care 24/7, supported by a team of 10 vets and dedicated nurses and support staff. As a training practice, we foster a learning environment to help our vets and nurses reach their full potential.

As an RVN, you will undertake a variety of nursing duties, including working with surgical teams, inpatient care, nurse clinics, or emergency out-of-hours services.

The new hospital will expand our standard first opinion services, featuring multiple consult rooms, wards, theatres, and referral services. The introduction of CT imaging presents additional opportunities for skill development.

If you are passionate about patient care and seeking a new role or are early in your career, please contact us.

Because our people matter

We recognize that our team is vital to our success. We invest in our people, premises, and processes. Alongside a competitive salary, benefits include:

• Work-life balance

6.6 weeks of annual leave (including bank holidays, pro-rata), plus additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.

• Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential helpline), enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay), and initiatives focused on employee wellbeing.

• Development

£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave (pro-rata), certificate support, learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy, access to Vetlexicon, research funding options, Infection Prevention and Control Programme, and Quality Improvement Programme.

• Professional Memberships

VDS cover and RCVS fees.

• Colleague Benefits

Company pension scheme with contributions, Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (eligibility applies), voluntary benefits, discounts with retailers, and discounted pet treatments at IVC Evidensia practices.