Night Registered Veterinary Nurse – Southfields Veterinary Specialists
Location: Southfields Veterinary Specialists
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: 7.45pm – 7.45am as part of a 5 on, 10 off rota.
About us
Southfields is the new name in referral services. It is a forward‑thinking and highly motivated team backed by the Linnaeus Group, investing in new innovative services and a contemporary, state‑of‑the‑art working environment with commitment to personal and career development. With an excellent support team, you can focus on what you do best in a friendly practice with state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
Your role and responsibilities
You will work as part of a large night team that includes interns, nurses, trainee nurses and patient care assistants.
You will provide inpatient and emergency care to patients from all disciplines (including neurology, orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery, oncology, ophthalmology, and internal medicine), assist with incoming emergencies and be responsible for case handovers each day. This is a varied role that requires you to work under pressure, co‑ordinate cases and be willing to learn and develop your skills.
Our core values ensure that we offer the same exceptional care to our patients during the day and night and we are looking to meet candidates who are passionate about the patients they look after.
You will have the opportunity to work directly with the Senior Night Nurse to develop and implement new protocols.
This is a rewarding and challenging role that will require team and individual work throughout the night. This is a working shift with suitable rest breaks and facilities provided.
Experience in a referral setting would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided.
Opportunities for career development
This is an exciting time to join Southfields as we expand our offering and invest in new services. Joining us will allow you to work within an exceptional team and develop your career whilst being exposed to cases from all disciplines. Due to the continued expansion at Southfields, you will work as part of the growing team developing procedures and ways of working for the hospital. Referral experience is not essential, as full training will be provided.
What kind of person you need to be
* You will need to be a highly motivated self-starter able to work both independently and as part of a team.
* You will have experience of, and a passion for, mentoring and training colleagues and be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills to assist in managing conflicting priorities.
* As a member of our nursing team, your desire to provide the best clinical service to our patients will allow you to demonstrate a proactive approach to developing and shaping a growing service.
Specific experiences / qualifications / status / citizenship requirements
You must fulfil the following requirements:
* Proof of your right to work in the UK
* Be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with a minimum of 2‑year post‑qualification experience
* Have an excellent command of written and spoken English
* Maintain a professional and caring approach in all aspects of your work
Previous experience in an out‑of‑hours setting is preferred but not essential if transferable skills can be demonstrated.
Hours
7.45pm – 7.45am as part of a 5 on, 10 off rota. You will participate in our Night RVN on‑call rota.
Benefits
* 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro‑rata) and Birthday Leave
* RCVS and VDS fees paid
* External CPD funded
* Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
* Career progression opportunities
* Staff discount schemes
* Life Assurance
* Enhanced sickness pay
* Enhanced equal family leave
* E‑car salary sacrifice scheme
* Employer contribution pension scheme
* Wellness program including: Employee assistance program, Eyecare voucher scheme, Free annual Flu jab, Cycle to work scheme, Recruitment referral reward scheme
At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have Mental Health First Aiders across our practices and central support, plus a confidential Employee Assistance Programme available to everyone.
We would love to hear from you. Please contact Becca at Becca.Thompson@linnaeusgroup.co.uk if you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further.
Southfields is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family‑owned veterinary company in the world. We are driven by purpose and long‑term thinking, not short‑term profits. All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered.
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