Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Are you an experienced RVN looking for a new challenge? Here at Durham Vets for Pets, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our team with an excellent salary starting from £29,000 pro rata dependant on experience.

• We offer unlimited budget for CPD
• The clinical team is very experienced with the Practice owners having over 20 years’ experience each
• No OOH or Sundays
• Full time and part time considered
• You will have access to a chalet in the French Alps!
• Use your clinical skills and undertake schedule 3 procedures
  
  About us:

Our practice is located in Durham a location known for is magnificent Cathedral and Castle, this is a wonderful location for you to get the best of both worlds!

We understand the important of a work/life wellness balance, so you will be surrounded by a team that cares for each other and believe in building a judgement free work environment. You will be joining a supportive team of 5 vets, 9 RVNs, 1 SVN, and to top that you are also supported by a Practice Manager, Administrator and a team of Client Care Coordinators to ensure the day to day running of the practice goes smoothly.

Our lovely team really enjoy socialising together including an annual garden party, access to a chalet in the French Alps and nurse lead outings. We'll also provide cake on your birthday!

About the role:

We’re looking for an experienced nurse who wants to bring fresh ideas to the practice and who is looking to be part of a growing team. We have nurses with certificates in anaesthesia, exotics, feline friendly nursing, ECC & Nutrition. We love having our nurses be able to use their skills as much as possible in our day to day running. This position is full time, and you would be working on a rota basis, working 1 in 5 Saturdays alongside another nurse but no OOH. We do understand everyone is different so if you are looking for part time hours, we would still like to hear from you.

About You:

You will be an experienced RVN with a minimum of 18 months post qualification experience, excellent customer service and communication skills, be an effective team player, have a systematic approach when making decisions and be able to carry out the role effectively with planning and organisation. You are friendly, down-to-earth, have a genuine interest in animal welfare and enjoy the variety provided by the clients and colleagues alike. Previous experience as a clinical coach or willing to work towards is advantageous.

What we offer:

• Excellent salary starting from £29,000 pro rata, dependant on experience
• Enhanced holiday allowance that grows with years’ service
• Practice profit bonus sharing scheme
• Unlimited CPD allowance to play with subject to approval.
• Contributory pension scheme
• Memberships paid
• Great company discounts and rewards - including 20% off at Pets at Home, and the Vet Group

If you share our passion for delivering outstanding pet healthcare, exceptional customer service and would like to join our fantastic team, then we would love to hear from you.

For further information please email Emma on northvet@vets4pets.com or to apply please visit www.vets4petscareers.com.

Location: DH1 5GB

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!