<div><p><b>Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Oxford, Oxfordshire</b><br/><b>Permanent | Full Time | £30,000–£37,000 DOE</b></p><p>A well-established small animal veterinary practice in Oxford is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, with a rota that includes 1:6 full weekends or 1:3 Saturday/Sunday shifts, as well as a fair share of on-call duties and bank holidays.</p><p>Located within easy walking distance of the vibrant Cowley Road in East Oxford, the practice offers a modern and supportive clinical environment equipped with advanced facilities, including regularly used laparoscopic equipment.</p><p>The successful Registered Veterinary Nurse will work alongside a dedicated clinical team comprising two full-time vets, one part-time vet, two RVNs, and a Client Care Assistant (CCA). The practice is committed to delivering exceptional patient and client care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical governance, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Delivering high-quality nursing care during consultations and surgical procedures</li><li>Running nurse-led clinics and clinical appointments with autonomy and professionalism</li><li>Supporting veterinary surgeons during diagnostic and surgical procedures</li><li>Developing tailored treatment and care plans in collaboration with clients</li><li>Working effectively as part of a supportive and collaborative clinical team</li><li>Maintaining compliance with all practice protocols and RCVS standards</li></ul><h3>Candidate Profile</h3><p>The ideal candidate will be a qualified and RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse with a strong commitment to clinical excellence and patient care. They will be a proactive team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering outstanding veterinary nursing services.</p><h3>Benefits Package</h3><p>The role offers a competitive salary of £30,000–£37,000 DOE, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including:</p><h3>Health & Wellbeing</h3><ul><li>Health Cash Plan from day one</li><li>24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support</li><li>Life assurance (3x salary)</li></ul><h3>Annual Leave</h3><ul><li>5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service</li><li>Additional paid “Day for You” personal leave day</li></ul><h3>Learning & Development</h3><ul><li>£750 CPD allowance plus 2 days’ paid CPD leave annually</li><li>Access to internal CPD programmes and clinical communities
</li><li>Funded certificates and structured career progression pathways</li></ul><h3>Additional Benefits</h3><ul><li>RCVS and VDS fees paid</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Staff discounts</li></ul><p>This Registered Veterinary Nurse role in Oxford offers an excellent opportunity to join a progressive practice that values professional development, clinical excellence, and work‑life balance.</p><p>To apply please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email a copy of your up-to-date CV to l.stewart@purovets.com.</p><p>To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/.</p><p>And dont forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.</p><p>Ref no: JOB-57918</p></div>