As a Head Nurse you will be accountable for the clinical leadership of the nursing team ensuring we deliver exceptional care, always there for our clients, patients and colleagues whilst maintaining the highest levels of regulatory, practice and operational standards and compliance.
Join our dynamic team as a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse in the picturesque town of Minster, Kent! As a leader in our progressive veterinary practice, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional care to our beloved patients and supporting a dedicated team of veterinary professionals.
Nestled in the beautiful Kent countryside, Medivet Minster offers the perfect blend of tranquil living and professional fulfilment. The area boasts stunning coastal views, historic charm, and a strong sense of community – making it a wonderful place to live and work. With access to scenic walking routes, charming cafes, and nearby seaside towns, you’ll enjoy a peaceful lifestyle with plenty of local amenities.
Minster also benefits from convenient transport links to Canterbury, Ashford, and even London, making commuting or weekend trips effortless.
Join us in this pet-loving community where your skills are not only valued but truly celebrated. Elevate your veterinary career in Minster, Kent – where compassionate care meets quality of life.
To apply for this fantastic opportunity, simply click Apply, or for a friendly initial conversation, please contact Nabi.Issrar@medivet.co.uk or call 07961 834919.
Key Benefits
* Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
* Life Assurance 3 x salary.
* Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support.
* 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service.
* An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish.
* Clinical CPD: £750 per year plus 2 days’ paid leave
* Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
* Funded certificate opportunities.
* VDS and RCVS fees paid.
* Interest free Season Ticket Loan.
* Cycle to Work scheme,
* Discounts on Medivet products and services.
Role Accountabilities
Exceptional care is at the heart of everything we do at Medivet. That’s the care for our patients, our clients and for each other – we really want to make a positive difference through every interaction we have.
In this role you will:
* Provide clinical leadership to the nursing team.
* Consistently deliver exceptional care to your clients.
* Support with surgeries and procedures, completing all pre and post procedure activity.
* Lead, manage and promote nurse led appointments and Schedule 3 surgeries.
* Deliver patient monitoring and care.
* Manage admissions and discharges as directed by the Veterinary team.
* Complete patient transfers to out of hours or enhanced care.
* Dispense and check medication.
* Deliver professional excellence, implementing and complying with all regulatory, practice and operational standards.
* Inspire your team, sharing new or evolving practice standards and changes to processes.
* Engage, coach and develop your team.
* Pro-actively support and share clinical best practice across practices and the wider Medivet community.
Your Skills and Experience
* RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse.
* Experience of delivering exceptional patient and client care.
* Able to confidently lead a clinical team.
* Experience of implementing a progressive clinical culture through nurse clinics and nurse consultations.
* Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of every colleague.
About Us
Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider, with practices across the UK including a number of 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence overseas with practices in France, Germany and Spain.
We’re proud to support a large, connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care that’s always there. That’s more than a strapline for us, we truly believe every interaction we have matters and that we can make a real difference. This is as true for our colleagues as it is for our patients and clients. Being part of Medivet means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment with the very best equipment and treatment options available, and the very best treatment for you as a valued member of the team.
This is the home of talented people like you who want to stand out in their field and whose compassion for animals goes way beyond their job. Join us and be part of our exciting plans for the future.
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