Senior Veterinary Nurse & Clinic Leader

IVC; Oakham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

RCVS fees covered

VDS fees covered

Birthday leave

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse at Oakham Veterinary Hospital to lead a team of 16 nurses and hospital assistants. This senior role combines hands-on nursing with people management and hospital operations to maintain high clinical standards.

You'll organise the clinical day, plan rotas, mentor and develop staff, and work closely with veterinary surgeons and the leadership team to deliver outstanding patient care in a busy, purpose-built hospital with advanced facilities.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced medical and surgical nursing skills.
• Proven experience in leading, mentoring and developing nursing teams.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and support a team of 16 nurses and hospital assistants.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursing department and support the hospital's smooth operation.
• Plan and coordinate the clinical day, ensuring staffing and efficient patient flow.
• Manage nursing rotas, staffing arrangements and administration.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and guidance to support performance.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Clinical nursing

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

inspiring vet care is seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse at Oakham Veterinary Hospital to lead a team of 16 nurses and hospital assistants. This senior role combines hands-on nursing with people management and hospital operations to maintain high clinical standards.

You'll organise the clinical day, plan rotas, mentor and develop staff, and work closely with veterinary surgeons and the leadership team to deliver outstanding patient care in a busy, purpose-built hospital with advanced facilities.