Veterinary Nurse - Hospital Role

Location Tyne and Wear
Discipline: Small Animal
Salary: Up to £33,000
Contact name: Debbie Loding

Contact email: debbie@vettedrecruitment.co.uk
Job ref: 1926
Published: 17 days ago

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse seeking a dynamic and fulfilling role?

This could be the perfect fit for you. Join a large, independent, mixed veterinary practice that offers a rewarding and varied caseload in a supportive and friendly environment. This full-time, permanent position involves working 35 hours per week over 4 days, with night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays on a shared rota. You will have the chance to work across multiple branch surgeries and a hospital site, all located in the wider Newcastle upon Tyne area, providing you with a diverse range of animals and clients to care for.

Key duties and responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality nursing care to a variety of animals.
- Assist in the day-to-day running of clinical areas.
- Work across multiple branch surgeries and a hospital site.
- Participate in a shared rota for night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays. (Paid Overtime)
- Support trainee veterinary nurses in their training journey.

Skills and experience:
- RVN qualification.
- Valid driving licence and own transport.
- Ability to build excellent rapport with clients.
- Enthusiastic and empathetic approach.
- Confidence in working independently and as part of a team.

This role offers a competitive salary adjusted based on experience, 4 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with every 5 years of service), and an additional day off for your birthday after one year of service. Continuing Professional Development is actively encouraged and supported, ensuring you can expand your knowledge and skills. Additionally, a staff discount scheme is available following the successful completion of your probationary period.

If you are an enthusiastic and empathetic nurse ready to deliver gold-standard care and support a friendly team of vets, nurses, and receptionists, this role is for you. Embrace the opportunity to work in a well-equipped environment with a range of diagnostic facilities and 24-hour hospital care. Take the next step in your career and apply now by submitting your CV.

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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