Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Orchard Veterinary Hampshire; Romsey; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable veterinary practice in Romsey is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse. This role offers a combination of consulting and operating duties with a focus on clinical freedom and case continuity. Candidates will enjoy opportunities for mentorship and clinical innovation while being supported in their career growth. The practice provides a balanced work environment with a commitment to employee wellbeing, including competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. The position offers a fulfilling career in a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Birthday off

Discounted gym membership

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse with relevant experience.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities will be valued.
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide a mixture of consulting and operating with a varied caseload.
• Encourage clinical freedom and case continuity.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Veterinary nursing experience

Leadership skills

Mentoring abilities

Clinical innovation

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse certification

Tools

Dental radiography

Laparoscopy

Endoscopy

K-Laser

Vetscan Imagyst

Cryotherapy

Job description

Orchard Vets is a well-established veterinary practice located in the heart of Romsey. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to providing high‑quality care, we’ve been serving our community and their beloved pets for 35 years.

With opportunities for growth and development, a supportive work environment, and a chance to strike the right work‑life balance, this is a perfect opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career.

Experienced veterinary nurses seeking the next step in their career will find opportunities for advancement and additional responsibilities at our practice. These may include leadership roles, mentoring opportunities, and the chance to drive clinical innovation.

This position is full time, working 40 hours a week.

About the role

The role provides a mixture of consulting and operating with an interesting and varied caseload. In our practice, we encourage clinical freedom and case continuity and invite you to develop your own clinical interests and career advancement with the support of our team. As a team, we have undertaken many quality improvement initiatives such as reducing antibiotic usage and in‑house ear cytology and are always seeking our next project!

We have various in‑house equipment to aid you including dental radiography, laparoscopy, endoscopy, K‑Laser, Vetscan Imagyst and cryotherapy. We have a local IVC referral centre to offer support for more complex cases.

What we offer

Our dedicated Director of Practice, Lead Vet and supportive colleagues will ensure that you have all the resources and support you need to excel in your career. You will be joining our experienced team of 7 Veterinary Surgeons, 7 RVNs, 2 SVNs, 1 ACA and 4 support staff. The opportunity for CPD and further learning is important to us, therefore we actively encourage and support this. One of our vets is currently undertaking a soft tissue surgery certificate, another ophthalmology along with active interests in surgery and internal medicine within the team.

We can offer flexible rota patterns within our opening times of 8:00am and 7:00pm Monday to Friday, with Saturday mornings on a 1 in 5 rotation. There is no on‑call as our OOH is covered by VetsNow. We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it easy for you to strike the right balance. Whether you are looking to fix or flex your work patterns, we can find the right solution for you and would welcome both full and part time applicants.

Romsey boasts a rich tapestry of history, with its stunning medieval architecture, quaint streets, and lush green spaces. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Test Valley, this thriving market town provides the perfect backdrop for both work and leisure. You’ll have easy access to nearby cities such as Bournemouth and Southampton, and don’t forget the opportunity to explore the rest of the South Coast. With easy access to amenities, excellent schools, and a welcoming community, Romsey offers the perfect balance between career satisfaction and quality of life.

Because our employee’s matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from

Work life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non‑accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• 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
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Up to £33,000 pa DOE