Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) Location: Basildon Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: 40 hours per week | 1 in 4 Saturdays | No Out of Hours (OOH) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a friendly, supportive, and progressive veterinary team in Basildon. This is an ideal role for an enthusiastic and compassionate veterinary nurse looking to further their career within a well-established, forward-thinking veterinary practice that values professional development and exceptional patient care. The successful candidate will be an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong general nursing skills, excellent customer service abilities, and a collaborative approach to teamwork. They will thrive in a busy veterinary environment and demonstrate a genuine passion for delivering outstanding care to patients and clients alike. About the Role The role of the Registered Veterinary Nurse is critical to maintaining high standards of patient and client care throughout the practice. Working closely with the Head Nurse and wider clinical team, the successful candidate will play a key role within the nursing department, supporting positive team culture and helping to nurture strong team ethics. They will also provide guidance and support to junior nursing staff and animal care/kennel assistants. The successful RVN will work collaboratively with colleagues across all departments to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of clinical areas and kennels. Strong communication skills will be essential to ensure excellent patient outcomes and an exceptional client experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinary nurse who enjoys working within a close-knit team and is looking to join a loyal, friendly, and supportive workplace. The Ideal Candidate The successful applicant will have: Current registration as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS) Good all-round general nursing experience Excellent communication and customer service skills A friendly, flexible, and proactive attitude The ability to work effectively as part of a team A passion for delivering high standards of animal care and patient wellbeing Benefits The successful candidate will benefit from an excellent package, including: 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave Paid RCVS and VDS fees Funded external CPD opportunities Career progression and development opportunities Staff discount schemes Life assurance Enhanced sickness pay Enhanced equal family leave Electric car salary sacrifice scheme Wellness programme, including: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Eyecare voucher scheme Free annual flu jab Cycle to work scheme About the Practice This opportunity is with a progressive, premium veterinary group committed to delivering outstanding first-opinion veterinary care. The main hospital site is located in Basildon, supported by two nearby branch practices offering preventative veterinary clinics. The practice strongly believes in supporting and investing in its people, facilities, and services to ensure clients and their pets receive the highest standard of modern veterinary care. Team members are actively encouraged to pursue additional certifications and professional development, with genuine opportunities for career progression available across the wider group. With over 60 staff members and a strong, recognisable reputation within the veterinary profession, this is an exciting opportunity to join a respected organisation that values teamwork, growth, and clinical excellence. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to become part of a friendly, loyal, and supportive veterinary team in Basildon. For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on or email You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities. To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/ And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply. Ref no: JOB-58441