Registered Veterinary Nurse
Stanley House Vets, Colne, Lancashire
Are you a compassionate and dedicated RVN looking to join a supportive and progressive team? Here at Stanley House Vets, an RCVS-accredited small animal practice based in the heart of Lancashire, we're seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team.
About Us:
With over 100 years of history in the community, Stanley House Vets offers a blend of tradition and innovation. We pride ourselves on delivering high standards of clinical care with a personal touch. Our multi-site (Colne, Burnley and Barnoldswick), small animal practice is fully equipped with modern facilities such as digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound and in-house lab.
We offer 24/7 care including our own on-call service to our clients at the Colne branch with a dedicated OOH night RVN team.
You'll be joining a friendly, experienced team of vets, nurses, and support team members who genuinely care about each other, our patients, and our clients.
Your Role:
As a key member of our nursing team, you will be involved in:
* Nurse consults and patient admissions/discharges
* Anaesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing
* In-patient care and recovery
* Laboratory work and clinical administration
* Supporting junior team members and student nurses
We encourage nurses to use their full range of skills and take an active role in shaping the clinical services we offer.
What We're Looking For:
* A qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS registered)
* A team player with a proactive, caring, and positive attitude
* Good communication skills and a commitment to high clinical standards
Hours and Rota:
* Full-time position (average 36.5 hours/week) split over 4 or 5 days
* Shared weekends with time off in lieu (weekends additional, 1 in 6 weekends - alternates between Saturday daytime and a full weekend shift - daytimes)
* Flexible working patterns can be discussed
What We Offer:
* Up to £16.05/hour dependent on experience (weekends paid additionally)
* Generous CPD allowance and support for further qualifications
* 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
* Health Shield - wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments - from dentistry to sports massage
* RCVS fees paid
* Company pension scheme
* Colleague discounts for your pets
* Supportive working environment that values your wellbeing and career development
If you're ready to take the next step in your nursing career, we'd love to hear from you