Registered Veterinary Nurse

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 Zetland Vets on a full-time basis.

Practice Highlights

• Fully equipped with an operating theatre
• Dental X-ray facilities and in-house laboratory
• Small, friendly close-knit team of like-minded people

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 will be predominantly consult-based, alongside your core nursing responsibilities. We have both a full-time permanent position and a 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 full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Zetland Vets on either a permanent or
12-month fixed-term basis.

You’ll be joining a small, friendly and close-knit team, working across our Zetland Road, Stoke Bishop and Fishponds sites. Our practices are well equipped with operating theatre facilities, dental X-ray and an in-house laboratory, providing a varied environment in which to use and develop your nursing skills.

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care while supporting excellent experiences for our patients and clients.

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 will be predominantly consult-based alongside your wider nursing responsibilities, giving you the opportunity to build strong client relationships while remaining involved in inpatient care, diagnostics, anaesthesia and surgical support.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days
• Mix of shifts between 8:00am and 8:30pm
• Based at Stoke Bishop
• 8 Saturdays per year, 8:30am - 5:00pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Permanent and 12-month fixed-term opportunities available

Key Responsibilities

• Run nurse clinics and provide a high standard of client care
• Assist with laboratory work and diagnostic imaging
• Monitor anaesthesia and support surgical procedures
• Work collaboratively with Veterinary Surgeons and the wider clinical team
• Maintain high standards of patient welfare, clinical hygiene and infection control
• Support the smooth running of the practice across our different sites

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 confidence across core medical and surgical nursing responsibilities
• Experience working sole charge when required
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive…