Twilight Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job Title:

Twilight Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location:

Veterinary Specialists Scotland, Livingston

Job Type: Full Time, permanent

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm

Salary:
From £28,000 per annum depending on experience

We are looking for a Twilight Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Veterinary Specialists Scotland (VSS). Veterinary Specialists Scotland is a multi-disciplinary referral hospital at Deer Park, Livingston, conveniently located close to both Edinburgh and Glasgow. Situated just off Junction 3 of the M8 motorway and with easy access from the M9, we are also well connected to Stirling and the Borders.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our dedicated nursing team during one of the busiest and most rewarding parts of the day. Working a consistent Monday to Friday twilight shift offers an excellent work-life balance while playing a key role in supporting patient care, hospital admissions, and smooth clinical handovers into the night service. As a Twilight Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will provide exceptional nursing care to patients across our specialist services, including Internal Medicine, Orthopaedics, Neurology, Cardiology and Soft Tissue Surgery.

You will work closely with clinicians, day teams and the overnight team to ensure continuity of care for our patients, supporting those within our wards and ICU and helping prepare patients for evening procedures or overnight hospitalisation. This varied role provides the opportunity to utilise and develop a broad range of advanced nursing skills within a busy referral environment. We are committed to the professional development of our nurses and provide comprehensive support, training and resources to help every individual reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will benefit from an in-depth induction programme across all clinical services to ensure they feel confident and supported in their new role.

• A passion for delivering exceptional patient care.
• Excellent clinical nursing skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while also being confident working independently.
• Strong communication and organisational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach to learning and developing their clinical knowledge.
• A passion for mentoring and supporting colleagues where appropriate.
• A flexible and positive attitude with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
• Previous referral would be an advantage however is not essential, as full support and training will be provided.

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programme
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Enhanced Equal Family Leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness programme including:
  Employee Assistance Programme
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme

Veterinary Specialists Scotland is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we are driven by our purpose to create a better world for pets, our people and the communities we serve, with a long-term focus on delivering exceptional veterinary care. At Linnaeus, A Better World for Pets starts with a better world for our people.

Our Associates are over 6,000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver outstanding patient care. You'll have access to a global network of specialists, extensive development opportunities and a comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – caring for pets. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone feels valued and supported.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are dedicated to ensuring every colleague can thrive while being their authentic self. All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered.