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Registered Veterinary Nurse

On-site in Weymouth·Full-time·Added 3 months ago (last checked 8 Oct)

IVC Evidensia

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Overview

Job details

Full-time
Per the ad.

Requirements

Work on-site in Weymouth
No relocation package mentioned.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Commuter benefits named in the ad.

Skills

The role

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Dorset Coast Vets on a part-time basis.

At Dorset Coast Vets we have state-of-the-art surgical facilities to deliver a gold standard of care to our patients and clients. We have separate cat and dog operating theatres, fully equipped to undertake a wide range of surgical procedures.

Practice Highlights

* Experienced team made up of 6 Veterinary Surgeons, 10 Veterinary Nurses and 10 Receptionists

* Strong culture of learning and supporting one another

* Excellent facilities including two dental suites, x-ray, ultrasound, and separate dog and cat wards and reception areas

* Dedicated nurse consulting room, allowing nurses to fully utilise their skills

How You'll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You'll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

* 36.5 hours per week

* A mix of early and late shifts between 8:00am and 7:00pm

* 1 in 8 Saturdays, 8:00am-4:30pm

* No out-of-hours work, Sundays or bank holidays

General Responsibilities

* Anaesthetic monitoring and inpatient care

* Running nurse clinics and providing triage support

* Surgical nursing, including Stage 1 dental procedures

* Working collaboratively with vets and the nursing team to deliver excellent patient and client care

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We're looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You'll bring:

* Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

* Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing

* Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues

* Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively

* A proactive approach to learning, reflection and continuous improvement

How We'll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we're committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

* A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment

* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways

* Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams

* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

* 6.6 weeks' annual leave

* Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay

* Private Medical Insurance

* Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme

* £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid CPD leave

* RCVS and VDS fees covered

* Pension scheme

* Discounted veterinary care

* Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We're committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

About IVC Evidensia

IVC Evidensia is a veterinary care group operating a network of veterinary practices, ranging from small animal and mixed animal clinics to out-of-hours services and specialist referral hospitals.

Its practices employ veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses, animal care assistants and client care teams, and the group runs referral services in areas such as surgery, orthopaedics, internal medicine and oncology, alongside emergency and critical care and rotating internship programmes.