Veterinary Nurse - Leicestershire

purovets; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Leicestershire is seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join a supportive team. Responsibilities include theatre practice, ward nursing, and nurse consults. The ideal candidate is a Registered Veterinary Nurse open to continue professional development. A competitive salary of up to £31,000 per annum is offered, along with benefits such as a £600 CPD allowance and 6 weeks paid holiday.

Benefits

6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays

£600 CPD allowance per year

RCVS membership paid

Discounted veterinary fees

Cycle to work scheme

Company sick pay

Annual pay reviews

Qualifications

• Candidates must be Registered Veterinary Nurses.
• Experience with theatre practice and nurse consults is preferred.
• Special interests and CPD participation are welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of veterinary nursing including theatre practice.
• Conduct nurse consults and manage ward nursing.
• Engage in laboratory work and schedule 3 procedures.

Skills

Theatre practice

Ward nursing

Nurse consults

Laboratory work

Schedule 3 procedures

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Nurse – Leicestershire (Small Animal Practice)

The Role

The successful candidate will join a supportive team of seven Registered Veterinary Nurses, one Student Veterinary Nurse, one Animal Care Assistant, alongside ten Vets and a large team of Receptionists. Responsibilities will cover all aspects of veterinary nursing, including:

• Theatre practice


• Ward nursing


• Nurse consults


• Laboratory work


• Schedule 3 procedures

Special interests are welcomed, and CPD is actively encouraged. Current team members are undertaking certificates in surgical nursing, diagnostic imaging, and emergency & critical care.

Working Hours & Salary

• Up to £31,000 per annum, depending on experience


• 37 hours per week (based on a 4-day week)


• Saturday morning rota – 1 in 4 maximum (currently 1 in 7, dependent on nurse numbers)

Benefits Include

• 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays


• £600 CPD allowance per year


• RCVS membership paid plus one additional membership subscription


• VDS cover


• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay


• Discounted veterinary fees


• Cycle to work scheme


• CPD and training support


• Company sick pay


• Colleague engagement survey


• Annual pay reviews


• Focus on employee wellbeing


• Career progression opportunities

How to Apply

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 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 no: JOB-55334