Registered Veterinary Nurse

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVN) to join an independent veterinary practice providing high‑quality small animal care combining modern facilities with compassionate service and a strong commitment to exceptional patient and client care.

We are looking for 2 nurses: 1 day shift and 1 night shift.

Provide nursing care across first‑opinion and referral cases, including medical, surgical, diagnostic imaging and rehabilitation services. No new graduates will be considered.

Provide overnight nursing care for hospitalised, emergency and first‑opinion cases, ensuring continuous monitoring and emergency support throughout the night. Accommodation is not available.

• Day nurse: £29,000 - £33,000
• Night nurse: £34,000 - £36,000

• Previously worked as a Registered Veterinary Nurse, Veterinary Nurse, RVN, Registered Nurse or in a similar role.
• At least 2-3 years of veterinary nursing experience.
• RCVS registered.
• Compassionate, professional and team‑focused approach.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding patient and client care.
• ECC (Emergency and Critical Care) experience or certification is advantageous for the night role.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Day shift:
  • 4‑day working week (40 hours).
  • 10‑hour shifts between 7:30am and 7:30pm with a 1‑hour lunch break.
  • 2 days off in lieu for weekends worked.
  • Shared rota for daytime inpatient care, weekends and bank holiday emergency support.
• Night shift:
  • Average 36 hours per week (annualised hours contract).
  • Rota: 4 nights on, 7 nights off, 4 nights on, 6 nights off.
  • Includes 1 twilight shift per rota cycle.

• Competitive salary.
• Funded CPD with certificate funding available.
• Company pension.
• Staff discount for your own pets.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Generous annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Occupational health support, including mental wellbeing resources.

Apply now to join a friendly independent veterinary practice offering excellent clinical support, ongoing professional development and a choice of flexible day or night working patterns.