Head Registered Veterinary Nurse
Avenue Vets, Malvern
Up to £35,000 depending on experience, plus benefits
Your next career move is at Avenue!
Embark on a rewarding journey as a Head Nurse at Avenue Vets, where your daily responsibilities extend beyond general nursing to support and lead our dynamic nursing team. We seek a progressive team player to take on the crucial role of day-to-day management of the nursing team, organising nursing rota and holidays, and providing guidance to students.
Our full-time nurses typically enjoy a 4.5-day working week, with flexibility for the right candidate. Weekend commitments are on a 1:6 basis, and Saturday hours are 8.30 am to 1 pm. Inpatients are a rarity, with out-of-hours service provided by Chelvets. Remuneration is provided for availability checks and inpatient assessments.
About Avenue
Join our small animal practice situated in a relaxed traditional setting near the Malvern Hills. Enjoy excellent transport links to city life while being close to the Cotswolds and Wales. Our well-equipped practice includes three consult rooms, an operating theatre, imaging room, dental/grooming room, onsite laboratory, separate kennels for cats, dogs, and small furries, isolation kennel, a well-established large garden, and staff dog kennels. On-site accommodation is available if required. Benefit from top-notch equipment, including digital radiography, ultrasound, laser, endoscopy, thermocautery, onsite lab, dental facilities, and anaesthetic monitoring machines. Collaborate with a visiting orthopaedic surgeon, offering exposure to complex surgical cases.
Our Exceptional Team
Be a part of our dedicated team, comprising 6 vets (4.5 FTE), 6 nurses (5.5 FTE), 1 ANA, 3 receptionists, 1 PM, and an insurance/ordering nurse. We foster a positive and progressive culture, seeking a candidate with a great team spirit to contribute to the progression of our nursing and veterinary team. Leadership qualities and a proactive attitude are essential. Engage in meaningful community work, supporting a local animal shelter, undertaking fundraising initiatives, and contributing to larger national charities like the Cats Protection.
What we look for in you
We are seeking an experienced RVN, and while previous head nurse experience is advantageous, it is not essential as leadership training is available. If you are a dedicated and experienced professional looking to contribute to our team's success, we welcome your application.
Because our employees matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from –
Work-life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support
Development
• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
Additional
• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care
For a confidential chat or to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Hannah Williams, Talent Partner, on the number provided.
Please quote BH11597 when you apply.
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