Twilight RVN

CVS Veterinary Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

CPD budget

RCVS fees paid

Staff discounts

33 days holiday

Job summary

CVS Vets 24/7 Chester is seeking a Twilight Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our busy ECC and referral hospital. This full-time role is 38 hours per week with a rotating 3 shifts one week and 4 the next, including every other weekend.

You will develop ECC and clinical nursing skills across emergency care, triage, inpatient care and anesthesia, supported by an experienced Vet, RVN and PCA team. We offer a generous CPD budget, RCVS fees paid, industry-leading training and a Nursing Career

Qualifications

• RVN with interest in Emergency & Critical Care (ECC)
• Committed to high clinical standards and patient outcomes
• Eager to learn and develop through CPD
• A supportive team player with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide ECC nursing care including triage and emergency case management
• Inpatient care and anesthesia support
• Collaborate with Vet, RVN and PCA team
• Assist with ongoing CPD and training

Skills

Passionate patient care

Strong communication

Team player

Willing to learn

Education

RVN registered

Job description

Twilight Registered Veterinary Nurse | CVS Vets 24/7 Chester

Full Time | 38 hours per week | £17 per hour

Take your nursing career to the next level in a thriving ECC and referral hospital.

• Exceptional work-life balance with a unique 3 shifts one week and 4 the next, giving you extended time off while maintaining a rewarding ECC nursing role.
• Develop your ECC and clinical nursing skills through a varied caseload including emergency, critical care, inpatient care, triage and anaesthesia, supported by an experienced Vet, nurse and PCA team at all times.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary hospital environment, gaining exposure to an amazing case load, while collaborating with specialists in ECC, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, cardiology and other advanced disciplines.
• Outstanding career development opportunities with a generous CPD budget, covered RCVS fees, industry-leading training and a dedicated Nursing Career Pathway to help you progress your career.
• Excellent rewards and wellbeing support, including up to £17 per hour, private medical insurance options, health cash plan, enhanced family-friendly policies, staff discounts, and access to CVS's extensive wellbeing network and resources.

At CVS, we put our people first because we know supported colleagues provide the very best patient care. With excellent career development opportunities, experienced colleagues on hand, and a culture of collaboration and improvement, you'll have everything you need to thrive.

Supporting our people isn't just something we do, it's in our nature.

Life at CVS Vets 24/7 Chester

CVS Vets 24/7 Chester offers a unique and inspiring environment where Veterinary Nurses can thrive, grow, and develop across a wide range of disciplines.

Working within our Out-of-Hours service means you won't just be supporting emergency and critical care cases - you'll be part of a hospital that brings together referral, and ECC caseloads under one roof. You'll also benefit from close collaboration with specialists in ECC, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, cardiology, and other advanced fields, giving you exposure and learning opportunities rarely found in one place.

If you're passionate about developing your nursing skills, expanding your clinical knowledge, and working alongside an experienced, supportive team, CVS Vets 24/7 Chester is the perfect place to grow.

This role would be ideal for an RVN with an interest in Emergency & Critical Care, whether you're looking to build upon existing ECC experience or take your first step into this rewarding area of nursing. You'll be involved in inpatient care, triage, anaesthesia and emergency case management, with the support of an experienced Vet, RVN and PCA team at all times.

About you:

We're looking for a dedicated Veterinary Nurse to join our Chester team. You will be:

• Passionate about providing exceptional patient and client care.
• Committed to high clinical standards and excellent patient outcomes.
• Eager to learn and develop through ongoing training and CPD.
• A supportive team player who contributes positively to practice life.
• A confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.

Apart from working alongside a fantastic team, you get to enjoy the following fantastic benefits:

• Competitive salary of up to £17 per hour
• Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
• RCVS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Up to 33 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell)
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts - 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications

This role is based in Chester and is commutable from Birkenhead, Wrexham, Liverpool, Neston, Tarporley, Ellesmere Port, and surrounding locations in Cheshire.

The Rota:

This is a full-time position, averaging 38 hours per week, working twilight shifts across a rotating pattern of 3 shifts one week and 4 shifts the next, including every other weekend. This unique rota offers an excellent balance between a rewarding ECC caseload and valuable time away from work.

If you're looking for a role where you can develop your clinical skills, gain invaluable ECC experience, and work alongside an exceptional team in a hospital environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us at CVS
At CVS, we're committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. You'll have access to excellent wellbeing support, industry-leading benefits, and a network of mentors and wellbeing champions. With dedicated central support teams and continued investment in our practices and facilities, we enable our clinical teams to focus on delivering outstanding patient care.