RVN: Surgical Care & Client Education

Carterton Veterinary Surgery; Carterton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks’ annual leave

Birthday leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance £550

RCVS fees covered

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Green Cars salary sacrifice

Job summary

Carterton Vets is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our small animal team in Oxfordshire, delivering high‑quality nursing care and supporting excellent client experiences. You’ll work 40 hours per week across 4 days, with 1 in 8 Saturday mornings, assisting veterinary surgeons, running nurse clinics and maintaining lab equipment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave, CPD allowance, and ongoing development through our Nurse Academy and career

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Veterinary Surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Running nurse clinics and providing client education.
• General nursing duties, including maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Anaesthetic monitoring and perioperative patient care.

Skills

RCVS registered

Clinical nursing experience

Client communication

Organization skills

Proactive learner

Job description

Carterton Vets is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our small animal team in Oxfordshire, delivering high‑quality nursing care and supporting excellent client experiences. You’ll work 40 hours per week across 4 days, with 1 in 8 Saturday mornings, assisting veterinary surgeons, running nurse clinics and maintaining lab equipment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave, CPD allowance, and ongoing development through our Nurse Academy and career