Registered Veterinary Nurse - Part-time

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 Rowe Veterinary Referrals on a part-time basis.

Rowe Veterinary Referrals is a long-standing, multidisciplinary referral hospital based in North Bristol, offering expertise across soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, neurology, cardiology, dentistry, behaviour, and diagnostic imaging.

Our hospital offers 24/7 veterinary care and is equipped with advanced facilities including MRI, CT, endoscopy, ultrasonography, an on-site laboratory, and specialist ophthalmology equipment. You’ll be working alongside a highly experienced team of clinicians, Registered Veterinary Nurses, and support colleagues, gaining exposure to a varied and complex caseload within a true referral setting.

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 varied role where you will rotate through theatre, anaesthesia, and ward-based shifts, working across departments including soft tissue, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, neurology, cardiology, dentistry, and diagnostic imaging. This provides an excellent opportunity to develop a broad and advanced skillset within a specialist environment.

This is a part-time role working 24 hours per week across 3 days. Shifts typically run between 8:00am and 6:00pm, with participation in a 1 in 6 on‑call rota, for which overtime pay is provided.

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied referral caseload
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery
• Work collaboratively across multiple specialist disciplines within the hospital

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

• 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 teamsA 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…