Veterinary Nurse (3454)

ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) for Finsbury Park Animal Hospital. You will staff dog and cat inpatient wards, design care plans, and assist with anaesthesia and perioperative care.

You will support imaging and lab work, and contribute to a robust evidence base for animal welfare. Applicants must be RVN with current RCVS registration, capable of autonomous decision-making, and comfortable with end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• You must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with a current RCVS registration.
• Experience in a veterinary practice, animal centre or wildlife rehabilitation setting.
• A sympathetic approach to the RSPCA's aims, with the emotional resilience to handle challenging situations, including end-of-life care.
• The ability to work autonomously, make evidence-based decisions, and maintain impeccable clinical records.
• Need to be confident administering and monitoring Anesthesia alone.

Responsibilities

• Staffing both dog and cat inpatient wards, with occasional exotics for short-term stays.
• Designing and implementing bespoke patient care plans, from routine health checks to emergency triage.
• Preparing for and monitoring anaesthesia during surgical procedures, managing perioperative care, and utilising multiparameter monitors.
• Performing imaging, laboratory testing, and collecting casework evidence to support the RSPCA's mission.
• Assessing pain using validated scales and utilising the "Five Domains" model to ensure every animal's emotional and physical needs are met.
• Supporting our Inspectorate colleagues, providing advice to fosterers, and occasionally visiting private boarding establishments to ensure our high standards of care are met off-site.

Skills

RVN registration

Autonomous working

Evidence-based care

Anesthesia monitoring

Records management

End-of-life care

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)

Job description

At the RSPCA, we are a team of compassionate, committed experts. Finsbury Park Animal Hospital is at the frontline of animal welfare, providing a safe haven for animals that have often come from challenging backgrounds. We don't just treat clinical symptoms; we provide evidence-based care to rehabilitate animals and prepare them for their new lives. When you join us, you aren't just a nurse—you are an advocate for animal welfare, working within a society that values integrity and kindness.

The working hours for this position are 8am-4pm and 1pm-9pm on Weekdays. 8am-8pm and 9am-9pm on weekends.

Are you a passionate RVN looking to make a real difference in the lives of neglected and cruelly treated animals? Join the team at our Finsbury Park Animal Hospital, where your clinical expertise becomes a voice for the voiceless.

Please note - regarding the closure of our Finsbury Park Animal Hospital site with proposals to co-locate our team and the services provided to our Southridge Animal Centre site, near Potters Bar, in the Summer of 2027.

This role can be considered on a permanent basis with the opportunity to transfer to the new site with us next year OR on a fixed term basis at Finsbury Park until its closure. More details can be provided upon request.

Our recruitment journey - key dates for you to note:

We believe in transparency and a stress-free experience. Here is a quick look at what you can expect.

1. Application

You'll be asked a few targeted questions designed to help us understand your experience, unique skills, and future potential. This is your first chance to stand out!

1. Panel Interview & Site Visit

If your application hits the mark, we'll invite you to meet us in person. You'll sit down with the Hiring Manager and our Head Vet for a competency based interview and a tour of the site. We'll also be asking some scenario based questions on animal handling and would welcome your thoughts and discussion on the content.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know - we're happy to support you.

No two days at Finsbury are the same. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you are a critical pillar of our veterinary team. Your day might include:

• Staffing both dog and cat inpatient wards, with occasional exotics for short-term stays.
• Designing and implementing bespoke patient care plans, from routine health checks to emergency triage.
• Preparing for and monitoring anaesthesia during surgical procedures, managing perioperative care, and utilising multiparameter monitors.
• Performing imaging, laboratory testing, and collecting casework evidence to support the RSPCA's mission.
• Assessing pain using validated scales and utilising the "Five Domains" model to ensure every animal's emotional and physical needs are met.
• Supporting our Inspectorate colleagues, providing advice to fosterers, and occasionally visiting private boarding establishments to ensure our high standards of care are met off-site.

Essential

• You must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with a current RCVS registration.
• Experience in a veterinary practice, animal centre or wildlife rehabilitation setting.
• A sympathetic approach to the RSPCA's aims, with the emotional resilience to handle challenging situations, including end-of-life care.
• The ability to work autonomously, make evidence-based decisions, and maintain impeccable clinical records.
• Need to be confident administering and monitoring Anesthesia alone

Desirable

• Full manual driving licence

Successful candidates for certain RSPCA roles will need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK as we are unable to sponsor visas.

We want to ensure we do all we can to give you a positive candidate experience through our recruitment. Whilst we do try to give feedback where we can, sometimes due to receiving high levels of applications, this may not always be possible

Our vision is a world where all animals are respected and treated with kindness and compassion. Our purpose is to inspire everyone to create a better world for animals. We are building the future of a diverse Society, and our priority is to support animal welfare by finding people from all backgrounds who are committed to our purpose. For this reason we actively encourage a wide diversity of applications - in particular from members of minority ethnic groups, and people with disabilities - as these candidates are currently under-represented at the RSPCA. Your transferable skills & lived experiences could make you a valuable addition to our RSPCA Family!

We're here to support you and encourage you to let us know if you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] or 0300 123 0685 so we can ensure the process works for you.