Registered Veterinary Nurse – 24-Hour Hospital
Are you a compassionate and experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a dynamic, growing team? Our client, a well-established 24-hour hospital, is seeking a dedicated RVN to become a vital part of their compassionate and skilled team.
About the Practice
Our client is a highly regarded, RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital located in Brighton. With state-of-the-art facilities and a focus on providing the highest standard of care, this practice is equipped to handle a wide variety of cases, including emergency and advanced medical treatments. The hospital boasts a fully equipped in-house laboratory, high-tech imaging, and specialised wards for cats, dogs, exotics, and more.
The practice is home to a passionate team of professionals, including multiple certificate holders and specialists in orthopaedics, ophthalmology, advanced imaging, and exotics. As part of a dedicated out-of-hours team, the hospital offers comprehensive care round the clock, ensuring that both routine and emergency cases receive the best possible treatment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN who enjoys working in a high-paced, team-oriented environment where professional growth and development are actively encouraged.
About the Role
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be working in a hospital that handles a wide range of cases referred from both in-house branches and local practices. You will play a crucial role in the patient care team, providing expert nursing support to both emergency and medical cases. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with emergency surgeries and medical procedures.
- Caring for hospitalised patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Conducting diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Providing high-quality patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Ensuring smooth handovers to the fully-staffed out-of-hours team.
This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives under pressure, enjoys working as part of a cohesive team, and has a passion for animal welfare.
Working Pattern
- Full-time role (4 days a week)
- 1:8 weekend rota
- Monday off in-lieu of weekend shifts
Salary and Benefits
Our client offers a competitive salary, which will be determined based on your experience and qualifications. In addition to your salary, you'll enjoy a fantastic range of benefits:
- 6 weeks of holiday per year (including Bank Holidays)
- Opportunity to buy and sell holiday
- Enhanced sick, maternity, and paternity pay
- RCVS and VDS fees covered, plus one other professional subscription
- £600 towards CPD and 3 days leave for training and development
- Employee discount scheme for services
- Pension scheme to help plan for the future
- Access to Health Shield Scheme for wellbeing support
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
About You
We are looking for an RVN who is:
- Calm under pressure, with the ability to keep a smile during challenging situations
- A team player with a passion for animal welfare and high-quality care
- Highly organised with strong multitasking skills, able to prioritise in a busy environment
- Excellent in communication, both with colleagues and clients
- Dedicated to ongoing professional development and eager to advance their skills in veterinary nursing
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN to join a forward-thinking, well-established 24-hour hospital. You will work alongside an experienced, friendly team in a fast-paced environment that values your contributions. If you're ready to make a real impact in the lives of animals and their owners, and you want to be part of a practice that encourages growth and learning, this is the role for you!
Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary nursing career!