At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver exceptional patient care and support a friendly veterinary team.
- Company: Join Wicstun Vets, a supportive and passionate veterinary practice.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, CPD allowance, wellness programmes, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: RCVS registered with experience in small animal general practice.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 27000 £ per year.
Salary: From £27,000 per annum DOE
Location: Wicstun Vets, Market Weighton
Job Type: 12 months Maternity cover contract
Hours: 40 hours - 5 days per week
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at Wicstun Vets on a 12-month fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. As an RVN, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional standards of patient and client care while working closely with our Clinical Nursing Manager and wider practice team to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of our clinical areas and kennels.
Responsibilities
- Deliver outstanding patient care at all times
- Undertake all general nursing duties, including anaesthesia, inpatient care, surgical support, and medication administration
- Manage patient admissions and discharges with accuracy and attention to detail
- Maintain high-quality clinical records, including anaesthetic sheets and hospitalisation forms
- Monitor and care for inpatients (pre-op, post-op, and recovery)
- Support and mentor student nurses and animal care/kennel assistants
- Assist with stock control and ensure effective stock rotation
- Support reception duties where required, including client updates
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, infection control, and equipment care
- Participate in an out-of-hours rota on a shared basis
- Engage in CPD and in-house training, sharing knowledge with the team
About You
- RCVS registered
- Solid experience in small animal general practice
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- Organised, adaptable, and calm under pressure
- Understands the importance of teamwork and clear communication
- Strong attention to detail and high clinical standards
- Committed to continuous professional development
- Positive, proactive approach and enjoys supporting others
Benefits
- CPD allowance
- Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programmes
- Professional fees paid
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced equal family leave
- Staff discount schemes
- E-car salary sacrifice scheme
- Employer contribution pension scheme
- Wellness programme including employee assistance programme, eyecare voucher scheme, free annual Flu jab
Salary: £27,000 per annum, starting from, depending on experience
Contact Details:
Linnaeus Veterinary Limited Recruitment Team
