Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
We are seeking an experienced, dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at St Helens.
A Varied and Rewarding Role
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse at White Cross Vets, your role will be varied and fulfilling. You’ll be involved in all aspects of nursing, from assisting with surgeries and inpatient care to running nurse clinics and carrying out diagnostic work. We also encourage nurse-led initiatives and welcome ideas for improving patient care and practice efficiency. If you’re interested in supporting student nurses, we can provide training or a refresher to become a clinical coach.
A Skilled Team with a Passion for Growth
You’ll be joining a friendly and experienced team made up of six veterinary surgeons, six RVNs, one veterinary care assistant, and four client care coordinators. We’re proud of the professional development within our team, with four of our nurses and three of our vets holding certificates. We’re passionate about supporting personal interests and continued learning, so if you have an area you’d like to explore further, we’re here to help you grow.
A Practice That Cares About Its People
Beyond the clinical side, what really sets us apart is our team culture. We’re a welcoming and positive group, and we genuinely enjoy working together. We regularly hold Wellbeing Afternoons, taking time out for fun and creative activities such as painting, quizzes, and most recently, a team sports day. We value laughter, support, and creating a space where everyone can thrive.
A Great Place to Work
Located in a leafy and desirable residential area of St Helens, our practice is easily accessible via public transport. We are proud to be a dog, cat, and rabbit-friendly practice, committed to delivering outstanding care in a calm and compassionate environment. Our facilities are modern and well-equipped, and we are always looking for ways to enhance both the patient and team experience.
Working Hours
This is a full-time position, working 37.5 hours per week, with participation in a shared Saturday rota. Our opening hours are 08:30am to 19:00pm on weekdays and 08:30am to 13:30pm on Saturdays, and we’re pleased to offer a role with no out-of-hours work required—making this a great opportunity for those seeking a better work-life balance.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who is committed to delivering high clinical standards and providing excellent patient care. A keen interest in continuous professional development is essential, as we offer support for further learning and certification. You should be able to work effectively as part of a collaborative team, providing both technical expertise and excellent client care.
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, inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Development
* £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave
* 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
* Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
* Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
* Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
* Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
White Cross Vets, St Helens
2-3 Millfields Court, Millfield Road, St Helens, WA10 5RG, United Kingdom
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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