Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Head Nurse to join our client’s small animal practice based in East London as a permanent member of staff.

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• 40 hours per week

• Monday to Friday

• 1 in 4 weekends

• £30-£32k (dependant on experience)

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays

• RCVS registration fees

• CPD support up to £300 pa & up to 3 days training

• Further diplomas encouraged

• 5% pension contribution (after probation period)

• Cycle Scheme

• Free lunch on Friday

• Well-structured rota

• All applicants need to be RCVS Registered

The practice offers a range of clinical services from preventative healthcare through to complex medical, surgical and orthopaedic procedures. They have superb, spacious, purpose-built surroundings with operating theatres, multiple consulting rooms, digital x-ray and an up to date Idexx in-house laboratory.

You will be supported to develop your skills and will have the opportunity to progress as we are a growing, thriving company with lots of new opportunities.

Ideally, we are seeking someone with 3+ years’ experience as an RVN, but we are looking for the right person for the role, so more recent graduates are also welcome to apply. Support and training will be provided if this is a step into a senior role for the first time, however previous management / senior nurse experience will be well regarded. An enthusiastic veterinary nurse who is passionate about the provision of high-quality service to patients and clients and is able to lead by example and oversee that standards are being met.

You must be capable of performing surgical, radiographic, dental, laboratory, pharmacy, anaesthetic procedures, as well as have exceptional customer service and consultation nursing skills.

We are looking for a nurse with a positive attitude who is happy to muck in when needed! Your duties will include assisting the vet where required in surgery, taking x-rays, bloods, monitoring anaesthetics, in patient care, nursing clinics, schedule 3 and more!