Veterinary Nurse

Purosearch; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice based in Hoddesdon is seeking a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse for a full-time role with a stable schedule and no out-of-hours duties. This position offers a strong work-life balance, with 35.9 hours per week and 1:4 Saturday mornings. You'll assist surgeons, monitor anaesthesia, run clinics, and provide both inpatient and outpatient care. Benefits include a pension scheme and employee discounts, making this an excellent opportunity for your career growth.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Employee discounts

Free flu jabs

Free on-site parking

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinary surgeons during consultations and surgery.
• Monitoring anaesthesia and supporting surgical procedures.
• Running nurse clinics and administering treatments.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and supporting reception duties.

Skills

Assisting veterinary surgeons

Monitoring anaesthesia

Administering medications

Providing inpatient care

Communicating treatment plans

Education

Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Overview

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Full Time Hoddesdon Hertfordshire

A friendly small animal veterinary practice is seeking a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a supportive and experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse looking for a stable, weekday-focused role with no out-of-hours duties.

Hours & Salary

• 35.9 hours per week (full time)

• 1:4 Saturday mornings

• Salary: £34,000 (40-hour equivalent)

• Annual pay review every October

Benefits

• Company pension scheme

• Employee discounts

• Free flu jabs

• Free on-site parking

Job Overview

The role is full time, working Monday to Friday, with 1 in 4 Saturday mornings. There are no out-of-hours or emergency shifts, offering a strong work–life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinary surgeons during consultations, diagnostics, and surgery

• Monitoring anaesthesia and supporting surgical procedures

• Running nurse clinics

• Administering medications, vaccines, and treatments

• Providing inpatient, pre-operative, and post-operative care

• Collecting samples and assisting with basic laboratory work

• Maintaining accurate clinical records

• Supporting reception duties and answering telephone enquiries when required

• Communicating treatment plans and aftercare advice to clients

• Educating owners on preventative healthcare and nutrition

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

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 : JOB-56838