Registered Veterinary Nurse
Ashford, Kent
Salary: From £30,000 | Full-Time | Permanent

Role Highlights
Work across a respected RCVS-accredited practice with excellent facilities
Varied caseload including surgical, medical, inpatient and preventative care
40 hours per week averaged across a 9-week rota cycle
2 in 9 weekend rota with time off in lieu
Gold-standard feline-friendly and quality-focused environment
Excellent benefits package including Birthday Leave, funded CPD and paid professional fees

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN who enjoys using their full range of nursing skills in a supportive and progressive environment. You will work closely with an experienced team of veterinary surgeons, nurses and support staff to deliver exceptional patient and client care across both routine and more advanced cases.

The role offers excellent clinical variety, from anaesthetic monitoring and surgical nursing to inpatient care, nurse clinics and client education. Nurses are actively encouraged to work to the top of their qualification and are fully supported in their professional development with certificate funding and range of in-house support to obtain these.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality nursing care across all areas of the practice
Assist with consultations, diagnostics and surgical procedures
Monitor anaesthesia and provide perioperative care
Run nurse-led clinics including preventative healthcare and post-operative checks
Provide inpatient monitoring and administer treatments
Maintain accurate clinical and hospitalisation records
Support stock control and ensure correct charging of consumables and medications
Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement and infection control
Deliver outstanding communication and client support

Working Pattern
Average of 40 hours per week across a 9-week rota
Typically 40 hours over 5 weekdays
2 in 9 weekend rota
No sole charge required

The Practice

The practices holds Gold Cat Friendly accreditation, providing 24-hour emergency and inpatient care with advanced diagnostic and surgical facilities. Equipment includes digital radiography, ultrasound, ECG, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, in-house laboratories and dental radiography.

Salary & Benefits
Salary from £30,000 depending on experience
5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
RCVS and VDS fees paid
Funded external CPD
Extensive internal CPD and online learning resources
Career progression opportunities
Life Assurance
Enhanced sickness pay
Enhanced equal family leave
E-car salary sacrifice scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Free annual flu jab
Eyecare vouchers
Employee Assistance Programme
Staff discount schemes

About You
Confident across all areas of general practice nursing
Strong communication and organisational skills
Passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care
Team-oriented with a positive and proactive approach
Committed to continued professional development and quality improvement

Apply Now

For a confidential discussion, contact:

Luke Stewart
l.stewart@purovets.com
01904 570056

View more opportunities: https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

£250 referral bonus available (T&Cs apply)
Ref: JOB-58337