Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse - Anaesthesia

IVC Evidensia; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a passionate Senior Veterinary Nurse to join their Anaesthesia and Pain Management team. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to manage diverse cases, develop your anaesthesia skills, and work collaboratively within a specialist team. You will provide top-notch patient care while utilizing state-of-the-art equipment in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to continuous learning and professional development, this position promises a rewarding career path in veterinary anaesthesia. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and wellbeing.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted staff pet care

Pension scheme

Pawsome Benefits - discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Strong interest in anaesthesia and patient care.
• Experience in a referral practice is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage anaesthesia for a variety of cases.
• Prepare patients for anaesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Provide compassionate care to hospitalised patients.

Skills

Anaesthesia Management

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Veterinary Nursing Qualification

Tools

Anaesthetic Equipment

Multiparameter Monitoring Equipment

Job description

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Are you passionate about anaesthesia and looking to advance your career in a fast paced referral setting? We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Senior Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic Anaesthesia and Pain Management team, led by experts in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia.

Diversify your skills

As a Senior Anaesthesia Nurse, you'll manage a diverse caseload across various services, giving you the chance to continually develop your skills in anaesthesia and patient care. You will support and advance all anaesthesia services supporting Orthopaedics, Soft Tissue, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Medicine, Oncology and Diagnostic Imaging. Providing the highest standards of patient care, you will work collaboratively within our clinical team to ensure the service works efficiently and effectively.

Key responsibilities will include:

*Working with our clinicians to create bespoke anaesthetic plans for a variety of cases

*Prepare patients for anaesthesia or sedation including IV placement, vascular access and administering premeds

*Assist with the safe induction of anaesthesia

*Prepare patients for an array of surgical and medical procedures

*Confidently manage anaesthetised patients ranging from stable to critical, including management of complications

*Maximise patient safety by utilising multiparameter monitoring equipment and react quickly and attentively to any changes

*Provide compassionate and comprehensive care to hospitalised inpatients

You will be encouraged to build on your existing knowledge and skills with regular group sessions, patient-side training, and instruction in advanced anaesthetic equipment including mechanical ventilation. Our Senior Nurses are also actively involved in contributing to the training and supervision of the nursing team.

Join a Specialist Team

SCVS are a specialist-led small animal hospital equipped with the expertise and knowledge to support the most complex of cases. As a large multidisciplinary referral hospital, we offer impressive facilities and state-of-the-art equipment which enable us to provide outstanding treatment to our patients from the initial consultation right through to discharging them from our care. We are conveniently based in Ringwood, Hampshire, just off the A31.

We have an outstanding team of recognised specialists across a multitude of disciplines. We also have a dedicated rehabilitation team who provide physiotherapy and hydrotherapy to aide post-operative recovery. The care and comfort of our patients is always at the front of our minds. Our advanced nursing team provide excellent care to all patients during their stay at SCVS. We also have a team of dedicated veterinary care assistants to ensure patients feel reassured and comforted during their stay.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Veterinary Nurse with a strong interest in anaesthesia. You should thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment and enjoy working collaboratively with others. Excellent teamwork and communication skills are essential, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to contribute to the success of the team. We value a commitment to continuous learning, and we seek someone who is eager to build on their knowledge and develop new skills in anaesthesia and patient care. Previous experience in a referral practice is beneficial, as you will be expected to plan, implement and support with the training and development of the rest of the nursing team.

Working Hours

This is a full-time, 40hr/week position, working Monday to Friday. We also have an on-call rota (1 night per week and 1:5 weekends).

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business, and investing in our people, teams and hospitals is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary up to £37,500 in line with your level of experience, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

*6.6 weeks annual leave

*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

*Private medical insurance

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Cycle to Work scheme

*Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

*£550 CPD allowance with 3 days paid leave

*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

*All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees

Additional

*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100s of retailers

*Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

*Discounted staff pet care

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £37,500 DOE