Registered Veterinary Nurse

Nithsdale Vets, Dumfries, Dumfries, Scotland

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 Nithsdale Vets on a full-time basis.

We are a two-site small animal practice based in Thornhill and Dumfries, both equipped to a high standard to support excellent clinical care. With a wide and varied caseload, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills across a broad spectrum of medical and surgical cases.

Facilities include:

• DR-digital X-ray
• New in-house IDEXX laboratory suite (Pro Cyte/Catalyst)
• New ultrasound machines
• Dental units and dental X-ray (Dumfries site)
• Multiparameter monitors and blood pressure monitors
• Flexible endoscope and Tonopen (Dumfries site)

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.

The role is based on a Monday to Friday rota, with participation in a shared weeknight and weekend on-call rota. The current rota typically consists of 4 to 4.5-day working weeks. Weekend on-call duties include working Saturdays from 9:00am to 2:00pm.

• Deliver high standards of patient and inpatient nursing care
• Monitor anaesthesia and assist with surgical procedures
• Run nurse clinics and provide preventative healthcare advice
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
• Support veterinary surgeons and assist with diagnostics and laboratory procedures
• Communicate effectively with clients and support the wider practice team

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 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, 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

• 6.8 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 24hrs paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you - including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

Martinton Place, Heathhall, Dumfries, DG1 3QN
, United Kingdom

We are committed to diversity, equality, inclusion and belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we encourage applicants from all minority and diverse groups and welcome candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.