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Head nurse

Chorley
purovets
Nurse
€80,000 - €100,000 a year
Posted: 20 June
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Head Veterinary Nurse – Chorley

* Modern 24 hour practice, with a forward thinking approach to clinical care, allowing optimal support to complete your duties.
* Benefit from an excellent reputation and forward-thinking culture so your always well supported in your role.
* Flexible working and industry leading salary to offer you the perfect opportunity to grow professional and be happy within your role
* Fantastic salary and benefits package

Are you a passionate and experienced Veterinary Nurse ready to lead a dedicated clinical team? We are seeking a dynamic Head Veterinary Nurse to take the next step in their career and join this welcoming and progressive practice.

Located in the heart of Lancashire, this is a busy, well-established small animal practice with a loyal client base. Equipped with modern facilities, it offers a fantastic environment for a Head Nurse looking to lead a passionate, close-knit team.

Be part of a practice that values progression, teamwork, and clinical excellence.

About the Role:

As Head Veterinary Nurse, you’ll play a pivotal role in the day-to-day running of the practice, working closely with veterinary surgeons and practice leadership team to deliver exceptional patient care. You will lead and inspire a team of nurses and support staff, ensuring high clinical standards are maintained and promoting best practice in all areas of nursing.

The team consists of 8 Vets, 10 nurses along with 4 CCA’s and 1 VCA.

The position is full-time working 40hrs a week and only 1 in 6 weeks weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead, support, and develop the nursing team
* Organise rotas and maintain clinical governance
* Ensure the smooth daily running of the practice
* Support with surgeries and procedures, completing all pre and post procedure activity.
* Deliver outstanding patient and client care
* Take part in nurse led clinics and schedule 3 activities
* Train student nurses and support their progression

About You:

* RVN qualification with a minimum of 2 years post-registration experience
* Proven leadership qualities or prior experience in a senior nurse role
* Excellent clinical and communication skills
* A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
* Passionate about animal care and personal development

What’s on Offer:

* Competitive salary circa £35,000 plus a fantastic benefits package
* CPD allowance with professional development supported and encouraged including certificates
* Private GP Service
* RCVS and VDS fees paid
* 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays rising to 6 with length of service.
* Access to training and leadership courses
* Pension scheme, paid holiday, and employee discounts
* Plus much more

How to Apply

For further information or to apply for the position, contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email your CV to l.vasey@purovets.com.

For a full list of vacancies, visit www.purovets.com.

Referral Bonus: A £250 referral bonus is available for successfully recommended candidates. Terms and conditions apply

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