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We’re on the lookout for a Deputy Head Nurse to join our nursing team at Portsmouth! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team, dedicated to consistently delivering exceptional clinical care and customer service. This role assists the Head Nurse in driving the efficiency, effectiveness, governance and continuous improvement of the clinical activities within the surgery. Our ideal candidate will be a team player - keen to get stuck in and support their colleagues. You’ll have excellent communication skills and thrive on a varied caseload! We’re big on continuous learning and we’re looking for someone who wants to take full advantage of the fabulous professional development opportunities we have to offer.
Working Hours & Flexibility
Our full-time nurses typically work a 4-day week, to support a healthy work-life balance. Each shift is 9 hours long and includes a mix of consulting, inpatient and surgical duties across the week.
Our weekend rota follows a 1-in-4 pattern.
We understand that one size doesn’t fit all, and we’re proud to offer flexible working patterns for many of our team members. If you’re looking for something slightly different from the structure above, we’re more than happy to have a chat. We're committed to finding a setup that works for you—because balance matters.
Benefits
To attract and retain the best in the business, we offer a great range of benefits, including:
* Profit share bonus scheme
* Long service recognition
* Income protection
* Enhanced maternity pay
* Compassionate leave
* Discounts
* Overseas charity work
* Boost retail discounts and rewards
* CPD allowance
* Help at Hand health and wellbeing support
A Little More About Us At Portsmouth
We offer extensive facilities and equipment, including: 2 operating theatres, dental suite, digital x-ray suite, handheld dental x-ray machine, ultrasound equipment, separate wards for dogs, cats and small animals, walk-in kennels, a separate lab, isolation unit, multiparameter monitors and a blossoming exotic caseload.
Being part of The Pet Vet family
We’re part of the UK’s largest, independent, family-owned veterinary group with a nationwide presence. We offer exceptional care in the local communities we serve, helping pets to live long, happy and healthy lives with their families. Our state-of-the-art surgeries are purpose-built, light and spacious and equipped with the latest technology. We’re committed to creating an environment that offers exceptional clinical care and where our colleagues love to work, our patients are calm and our customers feel assured.
We’re continually investing in developing our growing team and there's never been a better time to join us!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
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Full-time
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Health Care Provider
* Industries
Veterinary
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