Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (Head RVN)
Isleworth, Greater London
Salary: Competitive DOE + £1,000 Welcome Bonus | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity
Role Highlights
- Head RVN role in a thriving first opinion small animal practice
- Loyal and growing client base built through word-of-mouth recommendations
- Modern facilities including ultrasound, digital X-ray and full in-house laboratory
- Excellent benefits package with funded CPD and certificate support
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to step into a Head Nurse position at a well-established and highly regarded practice
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will work closely with the clinical team to maintain exceptional standards of patient care, develop nurse-led services and support the ongoing growth of the practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing the nursing team
- Managing nurse clinics and Schedule 3 procedures
- Supporting consultations, surgeries and inpatient care
- Monitoring anaesthesia and overseeing patient recovery
- Managing admissions, discharges and medication dispensing
- Driving clinical standards and regulatory compliance
- Coaching and mentoring colleagues to achieve their full potential
This role is ideal for a Senior RVN ready to progress or an existing Head Nurse seeking a supportive and rewarding new challenge.
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- No on-call responsibilities
The Practice & Team
Located on a picturesque Isleworth, this established small animal practice has built a strong reputation within the local community and enjoys a loyal and growing client base.
The practice is fully equipped with:
- Digital X-ray
- Full in-house laboratory
- Microscopy
- Urinalysis machine
- Haematology and biochemistry analysers
For advanced diagnostics and out-of-hours support, the nearby
24 Hour Hospital provides access to CT, MRI and emergency care.
You will join a close-knit and dedicated team of RVNs, veterinary surgeons and receptionists who work collaboratively to deliver exceptional patient and client care.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Health Plan from day one
- 24/7 Private GP and counselling support
- Life Assurance (3x salary)
- 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Additional days leave
- £750 CPD allowance plus 2 paid CPD days
- Funded certificate opportunities
- RCVS fees paid and VDS cover provided
- Interest-free Season Ticket Loan
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounts on products and veterinary services
About You
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Previous senior or leadership experience
- Confident in all areas of nursing, including anaesthesia, theatre and inpatient care
- Strong communication and mentoring skills
- Passionate about clinical excellence and team development
- Motivated to drive nurse-led services and Schedule 3 utilisation
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Head Veterinary Nurse in Isleworth employer: Purosearch Ltd
Join a leading primary care organisation in Dudley, where innovation meets compassionate healthcare. As a Salaried GP, you'll benefit from flexible working patterns, a competitive sessional rate, and the support of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, all while contributing to meaningful patient care and service development. With ample opportunities for professional growth within a large NHS-focused provider network, this role offers a rewarding career path in a modern and collaborative environment.
