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Veterinary Nurses - Vacancies

If you are interested in any of the vacancies below please send your CV and covering letter to humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk quoting the job ref number and title.


RVN – Saxmundham, Suffolk

Fromus Veterinary Practice in Saxmundham, Suffolk is looking for an enthusiastic recently qualified vet nurse to join their friendly team. The position includes general theatre and kennel duties, regular nursing clinics and puppy parties. There will be light on-call duties and occasional patient checks. Clinical progression is encouraged with full financial support. There are regular social outings and homemade cakes every Wednesday! For further information or to submit a CV please contact Peter Wilson on 01728 602599 or email peter.wilson@cvsvets.com.


RVN – Melton, Suffolk

Melton Veterinary Clinic, Nr Woodbridge, Suffolk is looking for an enthusiastic recently qualified vet nurse to join their friendly team. The position includes general theatre and kennel duties, regular clinics and puppy parties. There will be light on-call duties and occasional patient checks. Clinical progression is encouraged with full financial support. For further information or to submit a CV please contact Peter Wilson on 01728 602599 or email peter.wilson@cvsvets.com.


Experienced RVN/ANA required

An opportunity has arisen to join our friendly team of 5 nurses, 4 vets, 3 receptionists at our tier 2 training & small animal practice in the Medway Towns. The Job includes: 38 hours pro rata including 2 in 6 Saturdays. No OOH. Continuing CPD. Social events/good team spirit. GSOH + ability to make tea/coffee essential. Choccies and biscuits available on request. Please send CV to: Elizabeth Ryan, Medway City Veterinary Centre, George Summers Close, Strood, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4FF, or email to elizabeth.ryan@cvsvets.com


Head Nurse – Southsea, Hamsphire

We need an experienced RVN with good organisational skills to lead a busy 1 Vet, Tier 2 branch practice. Great opportunity to develop nurse clinics and assist with developing the practice as part of a large veterinary group. No OOH, 36 hours per week, 1 Saturday morning in 3 with occasional evening shifts at the Group Hospital. Please send C.V. to Kim Howe, Group Practice Manager, Harbour Veterinary Group, 251 London Road, North End, Portsmouth, Hampshire. Email: kim.howe@harbourvets.co.uk


Head Nurse - South Norfolk Coast

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our tier 3 Veterinary Hospital for a new full time head nurse. We have a strong, friendly team with three vets and four nurses working most days in a growing and busy clinic. The ideal candidate would be experienced, well motivated, and have excellent organisation and communication skills. We are a nurse training hospital and being an inspiring clinical coach to our student nurses will be essential. The role will require participation in the weekend and on call rota. This will be a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring RVN who would like to further their career and enjoy the challenges of steering a busy nursing team striving to provide excellent animal and client care. Please send cover letter and CV to Zak Leavold, The Veterinary Hospital, 221 Beccles Road, Gorleston, Norfolk, NR31 8BZ; or email humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk quoting ABAHNG.


Registered Veterinary Nurse (Maternity Cover) - Bedfordshire

Registered Veterinary Nurse required for friendly and well equipped Tier 2 small animal practice in Luton consisting of 3 vets, 4 nurses and 3 receptionists. We are seeking an experienced nurse who is able to work well within a team to undertake general nursing duties, including nurse clinics, post op checks, 2nd vacs and in-house laboratory tests to cover a period of maternity leave. The successful candidate will be working full time Mon - Fri (approx 40 hours) and 1 in 4 Saturday mornings. There are no OOH duties and CPD is encouraged and funded. Please apply in writing to: Mrs Lyn Gravell, Studley Road Veterinary Surgery, 34 Studley Road, Luton, Beds LU3 1BB or alternatively please email your CV and covering letter to humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk quoting ABASTUN.


Head Nurse - Woolpack Surgery, Buntingford, Hertfordshire.

We are a busy 7 Vet practice looking for an enthusiastic and motivated RVN to lead our nursing team. The ideal candidate would have some experience as a senior nurse and will be responsible for developing our nursing team, driving nurse clinics forward and maintaining a high level of patient care and customer service in our wide and varied surgical and medical caseload. 1 in 7 OOH including weekends and 3 in 7 Saturdays. Competitive package. For more information or to apply please contact Alex Morley (Clinical Director), Woolpack Veterinary Surgery, Buntingford By-Pass, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 9FB (01763 273707) or e-mail: am497@cantab.net


Registered Veterinary Nurse - Woking

Wey Referrals is a multi-discipline referral centre offering referrals in internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, dermatology, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery. We are looking for a qualified veterinary nurse to join our existing nursing team to provide support to our multidiscipline referral clinicians. You will have the opportunity to rotate through the disciplines and utilise your practical skills to their full potential. We offer a high standard of in-patient care providing 24 hour nursing cover with dedicated night nurses and interns. Applications are invited from VN’s and DAVN’s, previous referral experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Please apply with full CV to Wey Referrals, 125-129 Chertsey Road, Woking GU21 5BP, or email sarah.collins@weyreferrals.co.uk. For an informal chat please contact Sarah Collins on 01483 729194.


Veterinary Nurse - Nottingham

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse to compliment our supportive two-vet and four-nurse clinical team in providing the highest standards of care. We are a RCVS Tier 2 small animal first opinion and surgical referral centre. Our superb and well-equipped facilities combined with a strong, knowledgeable and pro-active team will allow you the chance to excel in your field. The position is 38.5 hrs/week including 1:4 Saturday mornings. OOH provided by Vets Now. CPD is strongly encouraged and funded, even to Diploma level. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and proven ability to successfully lead a team. Please apply with CV and covering letter to dani-mccready@hotmail.co.uk or post to Daniella McCready Orchard Veterinary Centre, 105 Perry Road, Sherwood, Nottingham, NG5 3AD or phone 0115 9693565 for an informal chat.


Part time RVN - The Ark, Burgess Hill

Registered VN required to support and assist a wonderful nursing team with clinical and surgical duties at our 5 vet practice. 25 hours per week spread across the 2 branches in Burgess Hill and Hassocks. Flexibility required. Please contact Jenny Edwards on 01444 233 472 or email your CV and cover letter admin@arkvetssussex.com quoting reference BBHN.


Veterinary Nurse - Pinner

A position has become available in our Joel clinic for a fixed term period with hours to be discussed. We require a RVN who is comfortable working in a small team. To discuss this great opportunity please send a covering letter along with your CV to - Andrea Chambers at Joel Veterinary Clinic, Joel Street Farm, Pinner, Middx HA5 2PD or email your CV to humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk quoting reference ABANJ.


Registered Veterinary Nurse – North Suffolk Coast

We are a six vet, Tier 3 accredited 100% small animal veterinary hospital, looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic RVN to help us provide excellent animal care. Roles will include kennels, in patient care, anaesthetics and nurse consults with an opportunity to build your own client base. We have a full range of equipment and a friendly, supportive team. Suitable for a newly qualified nurse who wants to expand their experience and skills. Accommodation available. 1:6 out of hours and 1:4 Saturdays. Please send a CV and cover letter to Caroline Richardson at The Veterinary Hospital, 169-170 High Street, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 1HU or send your CV and cover letter via email to jobs@loyalpetcare.co.uk quoting ABATVHN. We look forward to meeting the right candidate!


Head Nurse - Woking

Our busy 3 vet practice requires a head veterinary nurse to join our team of 6 nurses at our Woking site in Surrey. We have 24 hour hospitalisation facilities with dedicated night nurses. The ideal candidate will be motivated towards a high level of compassionate nursing; there is plenty of opportunity to use your nursing skills. No OOH’s, 1 in 6 weekends. We offer a competitive salary and accommodation if required. For an informal chat please contact Sarah Collins 01483 769881 or send your CV quoting reference JBPDWN sarah.collins@petdoctors.co.uk or post to: 125 Chertsey Road Woking Surrey GU21 5BP.


Senior Nurse - Wiltshire

We are looking for an enthusiastic, RVN to join our expanding friendly nursing team. The position is in our new purpose built well-equipped surgery in Trowbridge that delivers a high standard of client and animal care. We are a friendly 4 branch practice that takes pride in offering high standard of clinical care and exceeding clients expectation of service. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of a busy practice. High clinical standards are essential as the supervision and coaching of student nurses within the practice will be a key role. A 37.25 hour week and one in three Saturday mornings with a favourable 1:8 OOH nurses rota. Competitive salary for the right candidate. For further information or to apply, contact in writing, Rebecca Coleshill HVN, Harris Hill & Gibbons, Prospect House, Frome Road, Bradford on Avon, BA15 1LA or e-mail becky.hhgvets@yahoo.co.uk Quoting DJTVN


RVN’s – Manchester

Petmedics the UK’s largest emergency clinic requires Qualified VN’s to join our team of around 30 nursing staff You will join a team of enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced veterinary surgeons, nurses and auxiliaries, many of who are certificate and diploma holders carrying out emergency, first and second opinion work. Excellent caseload and further study towards Diploma or VTS qualifications is encouraged and supported. Please contact Mary Roderick on 0161 794 4999 or email humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk for more details


Maternity cover RVN – Tamworth, Staffs

Qualified VN required to support and assist a small but wonderful nursing team with clinical and surgical duties. 20 hours per week, no weekends or OOH Small friendly 1.5 Vet S.A practice Please contact Lesley Latham at Mercia Veterinary Surgery on 01827 54343 or email mercia_vets@hotmail.com.


Veterinary Nurse - Kent

Keen, motivated and enthusiastic RVN required to join our well established RCVS Accredited Tier 2 Training Practice on the South East Coast. We are a well equipped, busy, friendly and supportive 3 vet (1 surgery certificate holder), 5 nurse SA practice offering the very best service and care to our clients and their pets. The position involves a 40 hr week and 1:4 Saturdays + 1:8 OOH’s weekends. Clinical Coach status an advantage but not essential. Opportunity to develop nursing clinics and use own initiative. Funded CPD, nurse bonus and a salary dependent on experience, Accommodation will also be available for short time. For more information or to apply contact Becky Missey RVN (Practice Manager) by email to humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk quoting reference LTNP.


Veterinary Nurse - Holly House Surgery, Hindley, Wigan, Lancashire

Full time VN needed at our busy Tier 1, SA practice in Hindley. We have a friendly and supportive team of vets and nurses offering the very best service and care to our clients and their pets. We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic VN to join our team, the position will include: No out of hours. 1 in 4 weekends. An interest in surgical nursing would be beneficial but not essential. Please send your CV and covering letter to Kath Gradwell Regan Veterinary Group, humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk quoting reference BWHIN.


RVN required. Beechwood Veterinary Hospital, South Yorkshire

Full time RVN needed to join our tier 3 small animal hospital with orthopaedic and soft tissue referral services. Excellent facilities – ultrasound, flexible and rigid endoscopy, full orthopaedic inventory all compliment our spacious well designed premises. We need a confident dedicated person who enjoys the practical side of nursing, but is also a good all rounder to compliment our friendly nursing team. No OOH required. Salary commensurate with experience. Accommodation available. Progression within the nursing profession encouraged. For further enquiries please contact Dawn Brearley on 01302 534999 or email humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk quoting reference BWBWD.


If you are interested in any of the above vacancies please send your CV and covering letter to humanresources@ukvetservices.co.uk quoting the job ref number and title.