Senior RVN: HDU & Wards Leader (4-day Week)

Visa Hunt; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension

Relocation allowance

CPD allowance

RCVS fees

Job summary

Hamilton Specialist Referrals, near High Wycombe, seeks a Senior HDU & Wards Nurse to lead our inpatient services alongside the Clinical Team Leader. You will deliver hands-on care in HDU and wards while guiding the nursing team to maintain high standards.

The role requires an RVN with HDU/ward experience, strong communication, and the ability to lead in a fast-paced referral environment. A specialist or advanced qualification would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS) with current registration.
• Experience in HDU or inpatient wards in referral or busy practice.
• Excellent communication with clinicians, coordinators and teams.
• Organised, calm and adaptable with strong situational awareness.
• Leadership or senior nursing experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional patient care across HDU and inpatient wards.
• Support governance with accurate records, infection control and ward upkeep.
• Provide day‑to‑day leadership and mentorship to the nursing team.
• Coordinate nursing workflow, rota support and case prioritisation.
• Collaborate with Clinical Team Leader and coordinators to optimise patient flow.

Skills

RVN

Leadership

Communication

Infection control

HDU experience

Education

RCVS registered veterinary nurse

Job description

Hamilton Specialist Referrals, near High Wycombe, seeks a Senior HDU & Wards Nurse to lead our inpatient services alongside the Clinical Team Leader. You will deliver hands-on care in HDU and wards while guiding the nursing team to maintain high standards.

The role requires an RVN with HDU/ward experience, strong communication, and the ability to lead in a fast-paced referral environment. A specialist or advanced qualification would be advantageous.