Registered Veterinary Procedure Nurse

VC Evidensia UK; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave plus birthday off

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in England is seeking a motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a dynamic team. The role involves delivering high-quality nursing care, assisting in surgical procedures, and providing inpatient support. Ideal candidates must be registered with RCVS and have a year of clinical experience. We offer competitive benefits, including 6.6 weeks of annual leave, CPD support, and an emphasis on continuous development within a collaborative culture in a state-of-the-art clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Confident and motivated Veterinary Nurse who enjoys teamwork and high standards of care.
• Strong foundation in nursing protocols.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied caseload.
• Assist in surgical procedures including anaesthesia monitoring.
• Provide excellent inpatient care to support patient recovery.

Skills

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach to learning

Ability to build positive relationships

Education

At least one year of post-registration experience

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Scarsdale Vetson a full-time basis.

Scarsdale Vets is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art hospital offering both first opinion and referral services. With extensive facilities including multiple theatres, advanced imaging suites with CT and MRI, ultrasound rooms, endoscopy, hydrotherapy, and dedicated treatment areas, we provide a truly exceptional clinical environment.

You’ll be joining a large, friendly, and highly skilled team, working collaboratively across a diverse and complex caseload. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your clinical skills within a specialist-led environment, gaining hands‑on experience with advanced procedures and equipment.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—to every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a wide range of cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the hospital.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will be involved in anaesthesia, inpatient care, procedures, diagnostics, and imaging. You will also have the opportunity to perform Schedule 3 procedures under veterinary direction, helping to develop your clinical autonomy and skill set.

You will work with advanced diagnostic equipment including X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, ECG, blood pressure monitoring, and in‑house laboratory diagnostics, gaining valuable experience across a broad caseload. Alongside your clinical duties, you will support the smooth running of the hospital, contributing to stock control, equipment maintenance, and team workflows.

This is a full-time role averaging 38 hours per week across 4 days, with shifts between 7:30am and 7:00pm, including occasional twilight shifts (3:00pm–12:00am). You will also take part in a 1 in 6 weekend rota.

General responsibilities include:

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied and complex caseload
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Assist with advanced diagnostics and imaging, including CT and MRI
• Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• At least one year of post‑registration experience in clinical practice
• Confidence working independently with a strong foundation in nursing protocols
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and clients
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ annual leave plus your birthday off
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including - Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you - including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.