Veterinary Nurse - Independent and supportive practice

Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and friendly environment?

This role offers the chance to join a dedicated team that prioritises high standards of nursing care for small animals, ensuring both routine and emergency cases are handled with the utmost professionalism.

In this role, you will be primarily based at their main site based in Newcastle, with occasional support at their branch. The position involves working full-time, four days a week on a locally agreed rota, plus one in four Saturday mornings. This schedule provides a balanced work-life dynamic while allowing you to engage deeply with your patients and their owners.

Key duties and responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to inpatients and surgical patients
- Dispense medications as directed by the Veterinary Surgeon
- Conduct nurse consultations and clinics
- Monitor and care for hospitalised patients
- Assist with radiography procedures
- Maintain anaesthesia and assist the Veterinary Surgeon during surgical procedures
- Prepare laboratory samples for external testing and perform in-house laboratory diagnostics
- Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation
- Support reception duties when required, including appointment booking, payment processing, and client communication
- Deliver excellent customer service and build positive relationships with clients
- Promote animal welfare and educate clients on responsible pet care

Skills and experience:

- Confident in all core aspects of veterinary nursing
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Experience developing and running nurse-led clinics (desirable)
- Experience processing insurance claims (desirable)
- Clinical coaching qualification or experience supporting student nurses (desirable)

This role is perfect for a caring and confident Veterinary Nurse with excellent communication and organisational skills. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment, demonstrating reliability, efficiency, and attention to detail.

If you are ready to take the next step in your veterinary nursing career and contribute positively to a dynamic practice, apply now to join this dedicated team. Your expertise and passion for animal care will be highly valued and rewarded.

For further information, an informal chat, or to apply, please email Debbie Loding at Debbie@vettedrecruitment.co.uk or 07384 551799 today.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Nurse and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

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