Rotating Referral Nurse - FTC

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 a motivated and dedicated Veterinary Referral Imaging / Rotating Nurse to join our multidisciplinary referral hospital on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse who thrives in a busy, dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care across a variety of specialist services.

The role combines two days per week within the imaging department with two days rotating across a range of specialist disciplines. You’ll gain exposure to Neurology, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Surgery and Wards, working alongside experienced clinicians and nursing teams across the hospital.

• Busy, multidisciplinary referral hospital
• Dedicated imaging role combined with rotation across specialist services
• Exposure to Neurology, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Surgery and Wards
• Collaborative clinical environment with opportunities to develop specialist nursing skills

As a Imaging/Rotating Referral Nurse, you will deliver advanced nursing care within a specialist referral service, supporting the management of complex cases within your chosen clinical discipline.

You’ll work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary hospital team, contributing specialist nursing expertise to patient care, supporting clinical decision‑making, and sharing knowledge with colleagues to continually improve standards within your discipline.

• 38 hours per week – 4‑day working week, with a non‑fixed day off
• 1 in 6 weekends, working Saturday and Sunday from 7:45am to 6:00pm
• Friday twilight shift from 3:00pm to midnight, with on‑call responsibilities, approximately 1 in 8 weeks
• Participation in the on‑call, bank holiday and out‑of‑hours rota

• Support anaesthesia, procedures and referral‑level diagnostic imaging, including x‑ray positioning
• Carry out diagnostic sampling, laboratory work and patient monitoring, including ECG and blood pressure monitoring across species
• Provide high standards of inpatient care and maintain effective infection control practices
• Coordinate with clinicians and nursing teams to schedule procedures and support efficient patient workflow

You are an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with who enjoys working within a multidisciplinary team and delivering high standards of referral care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced nursing skills relevant to your discipline
• Experience working with complex medical or surgical cases in a referral or advanced‑care setting
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• A commitment to evidence‑based practice, clinical governance, 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 specialist nursing role within a referral environment delivering complex and rewarding caseloads
• Access e‑learning courses and practical workshops through our dedicated Nurse Academy to improve your clinical knowledge and technical skills
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities within referral nursing and leadership roles
• Ongoing learning and development to support advanced clinical and professional growth
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on…