Veterinary Nurse

purovets; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent veterinary practice in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse to lead and mentor a team while maintaining high clinical standards. This full-time role offers a generous salary up to £35,000, structured shifts, and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience, a Clinical Coach qualification, and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Generous CPD allowance

Pension scheme

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in general practice.
• Clinical Coach qualification is essential.
• Confident in performing Schedule 3 procedures.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor student nurses and support clinical standards.
• Ensure smooth running of daily operations.
• Support junior nurses and clinical initiatives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Mentoring abilities

Clinical coaching

Organizational skills

Education

RVN with 5+ years of experience

Clinical Coach qualification

Job description

Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Independent Practice – Hertfordshire

• Leadership Role – Take on a senior position with responsibilities including mentoring student nurses and supporting clinical standards
• Modern, Purpose-Built Facilities – Work in a fully equipped site with surgical theatres, dental suite, imaging suite, and separate wards for cats, dogs, and isolation
• Great Work-Life Balance – 40-hour week with structured shifts, 1 in 4 Saturdays, and no midweek on-call
• Supportive Team Environment – Join an experienced and friendly team of vets, nurses, and VCAs in an independent, well-established practice
• Excellent salary up to £35,000

Are you an experienced RVN looking to take the next step in your career?

Would you thrive in a supportive, independent practice with a long-standing reputation for excellence?

I am working with a well-established, independent veterinary practice in Hertfordshire, proudly serving the community for over 70 years. With a focus on high-quality care for small animals and exotic pets, the practice has built a loyal client base and a reputation for compassionate, professional service.

About the Role:
I am seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior RVN to join this passionate and close-knit team. This is a permanent, full-time position with a mixture of early and late shifts (8am or 10:30am start) and a 1 in 4 Saturday rota. The position includes on-call from Saturday to Monday morning (no midweek on-call).

As the Senior RVN, you'll play a key role in supporting junior nurses, maintaining high clinical standards, and ensuring the smooth running of daily operations. The practice encourages nurse-led initiatives and supports career progression.

About the Practice:

This purpose-built, modern facility offers:
• Four consulting rooms (including a cat-only consult and waiting area)
• Two surgical theatres + separate dental theatre
• Dedicated dog, cat, and isolation wards
• In-house lab and comprehensive imaging suite

You’ll be working alongside a skilled and friendly team of:
• 3 Full-Time Vets
• 1 RVN
• 3 Student Nurses
• 2 Veterinary Care Assistants

What We’re Looking For:
• RVN with 5+ years of experience in general practice
• Clinical Coach qualification – essential
• Confident performing Schedule 3 procedures
• Full UK driving licence – essential (not near public transport)
• Strong leadership, organisational, and mentoring skills

What’s on Offer:
• Full-time (40 hours/week) with structured shifts
• Lunch break included in your 8.5-hour day
• 1 in 4 Saturdays with weekend on-call
• Supportive, friendly, and progressive working environment
• Opportunity to truly make a difference in a leadership role

If you’re ready to take the next step in your nursing career with a practice that genuinely values its people, this could be your ideal opportunity.
For a confidential, informal chat, please get in touch – I would love to tell you more.

The Package:

• Generous salary of up to £35,000 DOE
• Generous CPD allowance fully supported and encouraged
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Plus more

To apply please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email a copy of your up-to-date CV to [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-54413