At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch patient care and assist in various veterinary procedures.
- Company: Join a modern, well-established 24-hour veterinary hospital.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous annual leave, and CPD opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse or soon to qualify.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 36000 £ per year.
Mandeville Hospital in Northolt is our second largest in the group, and this beautifully modern well-established 24-hour site is looking for an RVN to join their progressive team.
About your new role
This role could suit an RVN or soon to qualify student who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment, enjoys all areas of hospital nursing and prides themselves in providing the highest standard of patient care. It could also suit an RVN who has been used to a busy branch environment and wants to dip their toe into hospital life.
This is a full-time Monday to Friday position, including a 1:5 weekend rotation with TOIL and up to 2 bank holidays per year. There are no on-call requirements for this position.
Responsibilities
- Carry out acting weekend Charge Nurse duties, as directed.
- Advise clients of post-operative discharge instructions, verbally and with print-outs and appropriate literature as directed.
- Ensure that correct medications are provided.
- Record details in clinical histories of any conversations with clients regarding fees, treatment options or anything related to patient care.
- Ensure equipment is cleaned, packed, sterilised and stored correctly when not in use.
- Carry out duties in accordance with shift guidance notes.
- Complete and maintain accurate records of hospitalised patients.
- Assist veterinary surgeons in theatre, with inpatient examinations and procedures and during consultations, as and when required.
- Maintain a respectful and collaborative team environment.
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness, using standard operating procedures (SOPs) in all areas.
- As a hospital RVN you will also help guide trainee nurses in their journey to becoming RVNs, and ensure the high clinical standards in consult, ward and theatre are being maintained, as well as being able to develop your own skills for future progression.
Benefits
- Our full-time RVN salary band is £32,000 to £36,000 per annum depending on experience, allowing room for growth and development within the role.
- 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays.
- CPD budget every year plus up to 2 days' paid CPD leave.
- Paid 30-minute lunch breaks.
- Opportunity to join our private medical healthcare scheme at a reduced rate, plus medical cashback incentives.
Qualifications
- Registered Veterinary Nurse or soon to qualify.
Registered Veterinary Nurse in Northolt employer: Goddard Veterinary Group
Mandeville Hospital in Northolt offers an exceptional work environment for Registered Veterinary Nurses, combining a modern facility with a supportive and progressive team culture. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional development through CPD funding and paid leave. With no on-call requirements and a focus on maintaining high clinical standards, this role is perfect for those seeking a fulfilling career in veterinary nursing.
