Registered Veterinary Nurse - OOH

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 dedicated and compassionate Night Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team at Pool House Vets, Lichfield Hospital.

Pool House Vets is a busy, well-equipped veterinary hospital with 4 branches, providing our own out-of-hours care for clients alongside out-of-hours support for 10 other local practices. This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN who enjoys emergency and inpatient care, thrives in a supportive hospital environment, and is passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care.

Our hospital has separate kennels, cattery and isolation facilities, with a dedicated night team of 3 night nurses and 2 night vets working on a rota basis. You’ll be joining a supportive team within a modern hospital setting, caring for hospitalised patients and assisting with emergency cases throughout the night.

Practice Highlights

• Busy, well-equipped veterinary hospital based in Lichfield
• Separate kennels, cattery and isolation facilities
• Dedicated night team of 3 night nurses and 2 night vets
• Varied emergency and inpatient caseload

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.

Working Pattern

• Average 30.33 hours per week
• Rotating shift pattern of 4 nights on, 7 nights off, followed by 3 nights on, 7 nights off
• Job share applications may also be considered for two part-time nurses

General Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care to hospitalised patients overnight
• Monitor anaesthetics and post-operative cases
• Assist with emergency admissions and urgent patient care
• Support the veterinary team throughout the night

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
• Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• 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
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a…