Registered Veterinary Nurse - Greasby

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Greasby, Wirral

About the Role

An exciting opportunity is available for a Registered Veterinary Nurse in Greasby, Wirral, offering a salary of £28,000–£36,000 pro rata depending on experience.

This is a full or part-time position within an established small animal practice where nurses are encouraged to use their clinical skills to their full potential.

The role offers a varied working pattern between 8:30am and 7:30pm Monday to Friday, alongside 1 in 3 Saturday mornings from 9:00am–1:30pm. The practice is happy to discuss hours and working patterns with the successful candidate.

There are no out-of-hours requirements or overnight inpatient checks, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

About the Practice

The practice is a well‑established, locally owned first‑opinion small animal surgery that has served the Wirral community since 2014.

The modern, purpose‑built practice is RCVS‑accredited and an Approved Veterinary Nurse Training Practice, providing an excellent environment for both patient care and professional development.

Facilities include:

• Digital X‑ray

• In‑house laboratory

• Dedicated operating theatre

• Separate dog and cat wards

• Facilities for small mammals and exotic species

The practice has a loyal client base and places strong emphasis on compassionate, personalised care. The friendly and collaborative team works closely together while supporting individual development and maintaining a positive working environment.

Responsibilities

• Admit patients and complete thorough nursing assessments.

• Prepare patients for procedures and surgery.

• Monitor anaesthesia and provide high‑quality peri‑operative care.

• Recover patients safely following procedures.

• Provide inpatient nursing care.

• Discharge patients and provide appropriate aftercare advice.

• Utilise nursing skills across a varied small animal caseload.

• Work alongside Veterinary Surgeons, VCAs and Student Veterinary Nurses.

• Build strong relationships with clients and their pets.

• Maintain accurate clinical records.

• Promote high standards of patient welfare.

• Contribute positively to the wider nursing team and practice environment.

• Participate in CPD and develop areas of clinical interest.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a qualified RVN with good general nursing experience and a genuine passion for delivering excellent patient care.

They will ideally:

• Hold current RCVS registration.

• Have experience within small animal practice.

• Be confident across general veterinary nursing duties.

• Have excellent patient‑care and client‑service skills.

• Be cheerful, approachable and enthusiastic.

• Demonstrate a genuine interest in animal welfare.

• Be able to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.

• Have a positive and proactive approach.

• Be keen to continue developing their clinical skills through CPD and further qualifications.

Compensation & Benefits

• £28,000–£36,000 pro rata depending on experience

• Full or part‑time hours considered

• Flexible working pattern

• 1 in 3 Saturday mornings

• No OOH

• No overnight inpatient checks

• Generous CPD allowance

• Funded certificates

• Paid RCVS, BVNA and VDS memberships

• Contributory pension scheme

• Social events and strong focus on colleague wellbeing

• In‑house career development opportunities

• 20% discounts at Pets at Home, The Groom Room and Vet Group

• Additional high‑street discounts and cashback opportunities

Why Apply

This Registered Veterinary Nurse job in Greasby, Wirral offers the opportunity to join a supportive, established practice where nurses are trusted to make full use of their clinical skills.

The combination of flexible full or part‑time hours, no OOH, no overnight checks and strong CPD support provides an attractive work‑life balance without compromising clinical development.

The practice's modern facilities, varied caseload and status as an Approved Veterinary Nurse Training Practice also provide an excellent environment for an RVN looking to build a long‑term career.

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