Job description
Permanent Veterinary Nurse - Bagshot, Surrey
1. Are you a qualified and RCVS registered veterinary nurse or soon to be?
2. Are you looking to join an established small animal practice?
We are looking for a Permanent Veterinary Nurse to join a small animal practice in Bagshot, Surrey.
The practice is looking for an enthusiastic RVN with a positive attitude to join their team. The practice believes in making use of their nurses' skills and abilities so you can guarantee that you will be a fully appreciated member of the team. The role will involve all aspects of nursing, including assisting surgeons during procedures and supporting other colleagues in the development of their skills. You will be friendly and supportive to clients, having the ability to empathise with them during a potentially stressful time.
This role is full time with weekends on a rota. There will be no OOH work or on-call duties.
Duties:
3. Assisting in the day to day running of the practice
4. Admissions and discharges
5. Working alongside the non-clinical and clinical team to ensure the smooth delivery of patient and client care
6. Be responsible and take ownership of tasks
7. Monitoring operations and assisting the vet in surgery
8. Administering medications and taking records accurately
9. In patient care
10. Nurse clinics
11. Measuring blood pressure, sampling, and pharmacy work
Key details:
12. Type: Small animal
13. Hours: Full time
14. Weekends: On a rota
15. TOIL: After working a weekend
16. OOH: None
17. Sole charge: None
18. Computer system: RX Works
19. Consultations: 15 minutes
20. Team: 2 vets, 1 RVN and 1 SVN
About them:
21. Bright and spacious practice with air conditioning and all modern facilities
22. Highly experienced team
23. State of the art facilities
24. Progressive forward-thinking practice
25. Supportive and friendly practice
26. Highly experienced team
27. CPD is actively encouraged and supported
28. Offers excellent career development opportunities
29. Excellent reputation within the community
30. Is passionate about delivering a high standard of clinical care
31. Provides mental health and wellbeing support
About you:
32. You will have excellent all-round nursing skills
33. You will embrace all aspects of the role
34. You will be ambitious to continue your learning and development
35. You will have excellent multitasking and prioritisation skills
36. You will work to deliver a high standard of clinical care and have a can-do attitude!
37. You will have a motivated and passionate attitude
38. You will be keen to develop an area of special interest
39. You will be willing to go the extra mile within your duties
40. You will have strong organisational skills
41. You will have good administrative skill for stock control
42. You will have a genuine passion for animal welfare including preventative healthcare
43. You will have excellent communications skills and be able to develop working relationships with clients and fellow members of staff
Facilities:
The practice offers a huge range of veterinary facilities and services, including:
44. Emergency cover
45. Operating theatre
46. Isolation unit
47. Biochemistry
48. In-house laboratory
49. Hospital ward
50. Blood pressure monitor
51. Haematology
52. X-ray
53. Dentistry
54. Separate dog and cat wards
55. Multiparameter machines
Package:
56. Salary: £28, to £34, per annum, commensurate to experience
57. Holidays: Generous annual leave
58. CPD: Generous allowance
59. Memberships: RCVS and BVNA fees paid
60. Contributory pension scheme available
61. Exclusive colleague rewards including discounts with high street retailers and restaurants
62. Healthcare scheme
63. Branded uniform provided
64. Discounted veterinary care for your pets
65. Excellent career opportunities and development due to the varied case load
Must haves:
66. RCVS registered and qualified or soon to be
67. Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
68. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills