Student Veterinary Nurse

Medivet; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in London is seeking a Student Veterinary Nurse to support patient care and deliver exceptional client service. You'll work alongside experienced veterinary professionals in a friendly environment, gaining hands-on experience through nurse-led appointments and compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates must be enrolled with RCVS and have a strong team spirit. This position offers a supportive atmosphere in a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a Student Veterinary Nurse with an approved veterinary nursing course.
• Capable of delivering exceptional care to clients and working as part of a team.
• Understanding of how nurse consultations contribute to the clinic's performance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional care to clients every day.
• Support the vet with procedures when required.
• Monitor and care for patients as directed.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Client care

Patient monitoring

Regulatory compliance

Education

Enrolled as an SVN with RCVS

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to kick-start your nursing career in an environment where you’ll feel supported, challenged, and inspired every day? At Medivet Battersea, we’re offering a fantastic opportunity for a Student Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate and dedicated team.

Medivet Battersea is a friendly and well-established practice located in the heart of South West London. You'll be working alongside experienced vets, RVNs, and patient care assistants, all committed to delivering exceptional care and supporting your development throughout your training. The practice has a loyal client base and offers a variety of interesting cases, providing a great learning environment for a student nurse. You’ll carry out nurse consultations under direct clinical supervision and support the vet team with procedures, always ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.

Located just a short walk from Battersea Park and excellent transport links, the area is a vibrant place to work, surrounded by green spaces, coffee shops, and a lively community atmosphere. The practice is also supported by Medivet’s wider network, giving you access to additional support, training resources, and long-term career progression.

To apply for this fantastic opportunity, simply click apply or for a friendly initial conversation please contact [e-mail] - 07961834919

Responsibilities

• Client care:
  • Deliver exceptional care to clients, each and every day.
• Patient care:
  • Support the vet with any operations or procedures when required.
  • Carry out nurse led appointments under direct clinical supervision.
  • Responsible for patient monitoring and care.
  • Manage admissions and discharges for procedures as directed by the Vet or Lead Vet (depending on complexity).
  • Ensure patient records are accurate and up to date.
  • Ensure all pre or post operation activity is completed.
  • Provide everyday care for patients by carrying out appropriate walking, toileting and feeding.
  • Complete any patient transfers required to out of hours (OOH) care provider or for any enhanced care required.
  • Responsible for dispensing any medication required (under the guidance of the Vet/Lead Vet).
  • All patient care is carried out under the guidance of the Vet/Lead Vet in line with clinical competence.
• Standards and Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and practice standards and agreed ways of working.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Clinical administration:
  • Take samples as required by and under the direction of the Vet/Lead Vet.
  • Package and send off lab tests.
  • Effective stock management including stock rotation, managing out of date products and stock to shelf.
  • Escalate any issues to the Practice Manager and/or Vet/Lead Vet as required.
  • Set up for procedures.
• Skills, knowledge and experience
  • Must be enrolled as an SVN with the RCVS and registered on an approved vet nursing course.
  • Able to work as part of a team.
  • Able to deliver exceptional care to clients.
  • Supports nurse consults and understands how this contributes to the performance and efficient operation of the clinic.

Notes

Our clinics are run by small teams who need to work together effectively to deliver exceptional care to our clients, patients, and colleagues. This means that, from time to time, you may be required to carry out tasks outside your normal duties, where you have the skills, knowledge and experience required.