Registered Veterinary Procedure Nurse

IVC; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 6.6 weeks

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance

RCVS fees covered

Job summary

IVC Evidensia Scarsdale Vets is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join as a full-time Procedure Nurse. You will work across anaesthesia, inpatient care, procedures and imaging in a high‑quality clinical setting.

You’ll operate with advanced equipment including CT, MRI and ultrasound, collaborating with a skilled team while developing autonomy and pursuing ongoing professional development within a supportive hospital.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

RCVS registration

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical nursing

Education

RCVS registration

Tools

CT imaging

MRI imaging

Ultrasound

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we’re trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

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

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.

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
• Pension scheme
• 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

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world‑class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £32,000 DOE