Registered Veterinary Nurse

Coombefield Veterinary Hospital, Axminster, South West

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a full-time basis.

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.

This is a 40‑hour per week position, including participation in the weekend rota. Full‑time applicants are preferred, although part‑time applications will also be considered. Weekday hours are between 8 am and 7 pm, with handover to the night team at 7 pm. The 1:6 weekend rota includes Saturday‑morning shifts from 9 am–1 pm, and full weekend shifts from 8 am–7:30 pm on Saturdays and 8:30 am–7:30 pm on Sundays, with TOIL provided.

• Imaging
• Nurse consults
• Kennels and cattery inpatient care

As part of a rotational rota, you will work within all areas of the practice, using all of your nursing capabilities. We have recently moved to carrying out staged dental procedures and offer nurse Schedule III procedural afternoons.

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

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and well‑being. 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, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off
• 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 hrs paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care

Coombefield Veterinary Hospital, Coombe Lane, Axminster, EX13 5AX, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.