Registered Veterinary Nurse

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team‑orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Inshes Veterinary Centre on a full-time basis.

We are a busy first‑opinion small animal practice located in the Highlands. Our team consists of 7 full‑time and 2 part‑time vets, 9 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 2 Student Veterinary Nurses, and a Veterinary Care Assistant, supported by a comprehensive administrative team. We work various shift patterns to ensure a balanced workload.

Based in Inverness, we are ideally situated for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. The practice is within easy commuting distance to the Cairngorm National Park, northern Scotland, and the Outer Hebrides, offering a fantastic lifestyle in the Highlands.

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 full‑time role working 37.5 hours across 5 days, Monday to Friday.

• In‑patient care
• Assisting in theatre, dental, and diagnostic procedures
• Anaesthetic monitoring and Schedule 3 procedures
• Nurse consultations
• Assisting with laparoscopic procedures and lab work
• Supporting student veterinary nurses through their training

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 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

Inshes Vets, 5 Inshes Holdings, Inshes, IV2 5FF
, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. 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.