At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver outstanding inpatient care and monitor surgical patients overnight.
- Company: Kentdale Referrals is a specialist referral environment in Milnthorpe, focused on exceptional patient care.
- Benefits: Enjoy RCVS & VDS fees paid, extensive CPD funding, and enhanced family leave.
- Other info: Position includes a rolling rota of 3 nights on followed by 24 nights off.
- Why this job: Ideal for RVNs seeking a rewarding night role with only 3 nights per month.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse with excellent organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 41195 - 41195 £ per year.
Location: Kentdale referrals, Milnthorpe
Hours: 8am-8pm 3 nights on - 24 nights off (3 nights per month)
Salary: £41,195.73 Annual (Prorated: £8,498.68)
Are you a passionate RVN looking for a rewarding night role within a specialist referral environment? At Kentdale Referrals, we are looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our experienced night team, delivering exceptional overnight care to our referral patients. This would be ideal for a nurse looking to supplement a current income due to only being 3 nights per month. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse with a genuine passion for ward nursing and inpatient care, working with a varied caseload including orthopaedic, soft tissue, and neurosurgical patients.
Working alongside a Patient Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring our patients receive the highest standard of care throughout the night, with Veterinary Surgeon support available on-call when required.
Working Pattern
- 8pm – 8am
- Rolling rota of 3 nights on (Friday–Sunday) followed by 24 nights off
- Average 8.25 hours per week
- Annualised contract
- Annual leave included within salary
About the Role
As part of our dedicated referral team, you will:
- Deliver outstanding inpatient and post-operative nursing care
- Monitor and care for surgical and medical patients overnight
- Administer medications, fluid therapy, dressings and treatments
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Support patient admissions and discharges
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and clients
- Help maintain high clinical and hygiene standards across all areas
- Support and mentor student nurses and animal care assistants
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a nurse who:
- Is a qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse
- Has a passion for inpatient and referral nursing
- Demonstrates excellent organisational and communication skills
- Works calmly and efficiently in a night environment
- Is committed to high standards of patient and client care
- Values teamwork and continued professional development
Referral or hospital experience is advantageous but not essential for the right candidate.
Why Join Kentdale Referrals?
At Kentdale Referrals, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care within a supportive and collaborative environment. You’ll have the opportunity to work with advanced cases while developing your clinical skills alongside a dedicated and experienced team. We actively encourage CPD and professional growth and are committed to supporting our nurses throughout their careers.
Benefits
- RCVS & VDS fees paid
- External CPD funded
- Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
- Career progression opportunities
- Staff discount schemes
- Life Assurance
- Enhanced sickness pay
- Enhanced equal family leave
- E-car salary sacrifice scheme
- Employer contribution pension scheme
- Wellness program including: Employee assistance program, Eyecare voucher scheme, Free annual Flu jab, Cycle to work scheme
- Recruitment referral reward scheme
RVN Night Nurse in Milnthorpe employer: Cinque Ports Vets
Kentdale Referrals, located in Milnthorpe, offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth. Employees benefit from wellness programs and career progression while working with advanced cases alongside an experienced team.
