Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job Overview

This is a 35 hour week (includes 1 Saturday, 10am to 2pm, in 4) with no OOH or nights but there is possible overtime of 5 hours maximum per week.

There is 28 days Paid holiday entitlement (to include Bank Holidays)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with ideally 2 to 3 years experience to join and lead our veterinary team of 1 Trainee, 2 Assistants, 2 Receptionists and three Vets. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to our animal patients, supporting veterinarians, and ensuring the wellbeing of clients and their pets. The practice is a small animals and Exotic practice with a Referral service in Ophthalmology

We are an Independent, family run, single site practice (established 1985) that is ideally situated on the Essex/London as a border close to M25 with good rail links to London (on the Elizabeth line) yet walking distance to countryside.

Duties

• Assisting veterinarians during consultations, surgeries, and procedures with clinical support and preparation of equipment
• Monitoring anaesthetic and post-operative recovery of animals
• Undertaking Dental procedures
• Assisting in imaging (Radiography, Ultrasonography)
• Performing laboratory tests, analysing samples, and maintaining accurate records
• Providing pre- and post-operative care to patients, including wound management and feeding
• Supporting clients with pet health advice and education on animal care
• Training of junior staff, including becoming a Clinical Couch
• Managing inventory of medical supplies and ensuring equipment is sterilised and ready for use

Skills

• Proven veterinary experience with a strong understanding of monitoring anaesthesia and patient recovery
• Laboratory experience to assist with diagnostic testing and sample analysis
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, including organising staff rotas
• Compassionate approach towards animals and their owners, demonstrating empathy and professionalism
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with clients, colleagues, and external laboratories
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining attention to detail

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to develop their skills within a supportive team dedicated to animal welfare. Applicants should possess relevant veterinary experience and laboratory skills to succeed in this rewarding position.

Pay: £29,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Romford RM3 0QS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Please say why you consider you are suitable for this position

Experience:

• RVN: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Registration as a VN with the RCVS ? (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person