Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse - Out of Hours

At Swift Referrals, we’re more than just a veterinary hospital; we’re a community of passionate professionals, dedicated to providing the highest level of care to our patients. Due to an internal move within our existing team, we are now in search of a passionate and enthusiastic Senior OOH Nurse to join our dedicated OOH and ECC team at Swift Referrals., As a dedicated OOH Senior Nurse at Swift Referrals, you will play a vital role in our mission to deliver exceptional patient care. In this role, your primary focus will be to support the Clinical Team Leader (CTL) and the Clinical Nursing Manager (CNM) in delivering exceptional clinical and client care. You’ll play a crucial role in promoting high standards of care within the Nursing Team by leading by example. Your responsibilities extend to assisting in meeting operational and managerial requirements, ensuring a productive, commercial, and client-focused service is consistently provided. Beyond that, you’ll take charge of the day-to-day operations of the team, handling tasks such as ordering supplies and conducting team training. Additionally, you’ll step into the role of the Clinical Team Leader in their absence, ensuring the smooth running of the team.

Your role extends to overseeing appropriate client charges, maintaining equipment, ensuring adherence to Health and Safety policies, delivering inductions to new team members, and actively participating in various company sub-committees. Additionally, you’ll assist with performance reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and foster a collaborative team environment. With a keen eye for improvement opportunities, you will confidently identify and propose modifications to enhance working practices.

We are a busy emergency centre where high quality nursing is championed, and we are true advocates for supporting personal growth and clinical development for our entire nursing team. If you’re an ambitious individual looking to expand your OOH and ECC nursing skills within a supportive, close-knit environment, then this role is for you. We offer a sought-after shift pattern of 3 set nights per week starting on a Sunday, with a 1:4 Saturday night rota. We understand the value of your expertise and commitment, which is why we are offering an industry leading salary up to £39,000 per annum, in line with your level of experience., * RVN Qualification held for 2+ years

• Previous experience in a referral hospital

• Previous experience within a leadership role is desirable

• Previous experience within out-of-hours is desirable

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively

• Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to patient safety

We recruit based on attitude and aptitude, and full training and support is provided for our new team members. Most importantly, we are looking for nurses who align with our vision and values. We care with integrity and transparency, with the wellbeing of our patients at the heart of everything we do.

This is a full-time position consisting of 37.5 hours per week, worked over 3 days, Wednesday-Friday with 1:4 Saturday nights. Shift times are 19:30-08:00 with a 1 hour unpaid break.

Why Join Our Team?

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary up to £39,000 per annum, you will benefit from –

Work-life Balance

• Fixed night shift pattern

• 6.6 weeks annual leave

• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

• Private Medical Insurance

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership

• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 3 days paid pro rata

• Certificate, Diploma and VTS support

• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can

• for research funding

• Infection Prevention and Control Programme

• Quality Improvement Programme

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Swift Referrals, Wetherby

Unit 706, Avenue E West, Thorp Arch Estate Wetherby, LS23 7GA, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Small animals

Any questions before ing?

Speak to Helen Paddison from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before ing for this role.

Lead Talent Partner

Helen Paddison

helen.paddison@ivcevidensia.com