Medivet Bamber Bridge is seeking a confident and forward-thinking Head Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and experienced team in a dynamic role that offers significant impact. This full-time position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, values teamwork, and wants to contribute to the growth and evolution of our practice.
Our Bamber Bridge practice, also known as Withy Grove Vets, is an award-winning clinic located in a vibrant suburban area with excellent connections to Manchester, Liverpool, the Lake District, and local countryside. It provides a rewarding clinical environment with a great lifestyle.
You will join a team of six vets, including a three-time surgery certificate holder, supported by a dedicated nursing and support team and a Practice Manager. We pride ourselves on high standards of care and building lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
The practice is well-equipped with advanced surgical and diagnostic tools, including laparoscopy, endoscopy, TTA kit, patella luxation equipment, ultrasound, digital and dental X-ray, capnography, and ventilators. Although the building has a traditional, rustic feel, we see this as an opportunity for someone to help shape and improve the environment and lead the practice into a new era.
We offer a compassionate service to a loyal client base and are passionate about mentoring and team development. This role offers autonomy, growth opportunities, and the chance to mentor peers, making it ideal for someone eager to make a difference and be part of our future.
The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ UK experience as a qualified Veterinary Nurse, with clinical coaching experience being a bonus. A collaborative attitude and willingness to support the team are essential.
This is a 40-hour per week role, including 1 in 6 weekends at the nearby Chorley 24-hour hospital. We are investing in our team and facilities, and this is a great time to join us on our journey forward.
For more information or an initial chat, please contact joanne.gray@medivet.co.uk.
Responsibilities
Client care:
* Deliver exceptional care to clients daily.
Patient care:
* Support vets during operations and procedures.
* Carry out nurse-led appointments.
* Monitor and care for patients.
* Manage admissions and discharges for procedures.
* Maintain accurate patient records.
* Complete pre- and post-operation activities.
* Provide daily patient care, including walking, toileting, and feeding.
* Arrange patient transfers for out-of-hours or specialized care.
* Dispense and check medications.
* All patient care is under vet supervision and within clinical competence.
Standards and Compliance:
* Ensure compliance with all regulatory and practice standards.
* Implement health and safety requirements.
Communications:
* Conduct daily briefings and coordinate team activities.
* Share updates and improvements effectively with the team.
* Lead engaging clinical meetings.
Clinical leadership:
* Support clinical coaching.
* Share best practices within and outside the clinic.
* Train and develop the nursing team.
* Ensure clarity of responsibilities and daily tasks.
* Support and coach veterinary nurses.
* Lead nurse-led appointments and Schedule 3 surgeries.
* Mentor graduate nurses and support the nursing team.
Clinical administration:
* Take samples under vet guidance.
* Ensure lab tests are correctly performed.
* Manage stock and place orders.
* Escalate issues to management or vets.
* Prepare the clinic for procedures.
Skills, knowledge and experience:
* Be an RCVS registered nurse.
* Confidently lead a clinical team.
* Plan and manage clinical activities effectively.
* Implement progressive clinical practices, including nurse clinics and consultations.
* Support nurse consultations and understand their contribution to clinic performance.
* Work well within a team.
* Deliver exceptional client care.
* Use coaching and influencing skills to motivate colleagues.
Our clinics require effective teamwork to deliver outstanding care. From time to time, you may be asked to perform tasks outside your usual duties if you have the relevant skills and knowledge.
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