Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal (12-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Grove Vets, Barrow-in-Furness; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at a nurse-led veterinary practice in beautiful Barrow-in-Furness! As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you'll engage in diverse tasks, from conducting consultations to assisting in surgeries and providing exceptional patient care. This role offers a flexible rota to support work-life balance and a supportive environment with ongoing professional development. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of perks, all while working in a stunning location near nature reserves and the Lake District. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Access to Vetlexicon

Research funding opportunities

Pawsome Benefits discount gateway

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse with hands-on experience.
• Ability to conduct consultations and assist in surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full nurse consultations and assist with surgeries and anaesthesia.
• Perform laboratory work, x-rays, and provide inpatient care.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Patient Care

Anaesthesia Assistance

Laboratory Work

Hydrotherapy

Dental Care

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse Qualification

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

In-house Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Grove Vets in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a nurse-led practice, working alongside a supportive team of 4 vets and experienced support staff.

Role Responsibilities

In this role, you will be involved in a variety of tasks that include conducting full nurse consultations (9:30 AM - 5:30 PM), assisting with surgeries and anaesthesia, and performing laboratory work, x-rays, and ultrasound. You will also provide dental care, inpatient care, and hydrotherapy, as well as play an active role in rehabilitation services. Additionally, you will handle general nursing duties and patient care across a range of species, ensuring that every patient receives the best possible care throughout their journey with us.

Why Join Grove Vets?

Located in Cumbria, Grove Vets offers an exceptional work environment in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK. Enjoy proximity to nature reserves, islands, mountains, and outdoor activities. The stunning Lake District and nearby beaches provide the perfect setting for those who love the outdoors.

Our practice is well-equipped, featuring digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, an in-house laboratory, and a hydrotherapy unit. We’re excited to soon introduce K-Laser therapy to enhance our rehabilitation services. Our hydrotherapy unit plays a vital role in rehabilitating patients recovering from orthopaedic surgery, as well as those with osteoarthritis and weight management needs. One of our RVNs is currently expanding her knowledge by undertaking a physiotherapy and rehabilitation course to further improve our services.

Additionally, one of our surgeons has a qualification in ophthalmology, and we regularly have a visiting cardiology specialist, giving our team the chance to be involved in diverse and advanced cases.

Work With A Supportive Team

At Grove Vets, we pride ourselves on our collaborative and friendly environment. We’re committed to ongoing development, both professionally and personally, with a team of 5 RVNs, 4 vets, and 4 dedicated support staff. Our team brings a wealth of experience, with some members having been in practice for over 20 years. This long-standing expertise speaks to the positive and supportive culture we foster.

Flexible Rota for a Better Work-Life Balance

We understand that work-life balance is crucial to supporting our team. Our flexible approach to rotas and working hours is designed to suit your lifestyle, no matter where you are in your career.

To help maintain this balance, our latest shift finishes at 7pm, giving you time to focus on your personal life. Typical shifts include:

1. 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
2. 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
3. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
4. 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
5. 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

While we ideally seek a 35-hour work week, we are open to discussions with candidates seeking part-time opportunities. This is a 12-month fixed term contract.

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; 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

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Up to £32,000 per annum DOE