Rotating Registered Veterinary Nurse

IVC Evidensia Group; Romsey; Sur place; GBP 29 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

CPD allowance £550 + 24hrs paid leave

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Discounted veterinary care

Cycle to Work scheme

Résumé du poste

Orchard Vets, part of a well-established veterinary group, is recruiting a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our clinical team across our Romsey, Bassett, Fair Oak and Ashurst branches. You will provide high-quality nursing care, support anaesthesia, theatre work and nurse consultations in a busy, forward‑thinking practice.

You will collaborate with veterinarians and the wider team, contributing to nursing standards, developing services and improving patient care and client experience within a

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Strong communication and client relations skills.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.

Responsabilités

• Provide day-to-day clinical nursing support including inpatient care, anaesthesia, theatre work, nurse consultations and procedures.
• Help develop nurse-led services and support clinical initiatives.
• Contribute to patient care improvements and client experience.
• Work across multiple practices to gain broad nursing experience.

Connaissances

Nursing care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Organization

Clinical governance

Formation

RCVS registration

Outils

Dental radiography

Laparoscopy

Endoscopy

K-Laser

Vetscan Imagyst

Description du poste

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 Orchard Vets on a full-time basis.

Orchard Vets is a well-established veterinary practice group with a reputation for excellence and a commitment to providing high-quality care to our community and their pets for over 35 years. Originally based in Romsey, we have continued to grow, with established branches in Ashurst and our newer practices in Bassett and Fair Oak.

Our practices offer a range of facilities and equipment, including dental radiography, laparoscopy, endoscopy, K-Laser, Vetscan Imagyst and cryotherapy, alongside access to a local IVC referral centre for support with more complex cases.

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 range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

This role will involve working across our Bassett, Fair Oak, Romsey and Ashurst branches, with the working location determined by clinical demand and the needs of the wider team.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday over 4 or 5 days
• 1 in 5 Saturday mornings (8:30am – 12:30pm)
• No on-call commitment, with out-of-hours provided by Vets Now
• Flexible working options available

General Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical nursing support, including inpatient care, anaesthesia, theatre work, nurse consultations and procedures.
• Help develop nurse-led services, support clinical initiatives and improve the efficiency of clinical diaries.
• Develop your clinical interests, build confidence and contribute ideas to enhance patient care and the client experience.
• Work across multiple practices, gaining experience in all aspects of veterinary nursing.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, 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
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced:Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• 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
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• 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
• 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 and 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.

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Up to £32,000 DOE