PermanentGeneral Practice

    Night Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) - Somerset Ref:SV0617

    UK
    Competitive
    UK

    About This Role

    We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a busy out-of-hours team within a well-equipped veterinary hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for an RVN who thrives in emergency and critical care and enjoys working in a supportive, collaborative environment.

    The Role

    As part of the night team, you'll work alongside an experienced Night Veterinary Surgeon, providing exceptional care for hospitalised patients and assisting with emergency cases throughout the night.

    Your responsibilities will include:

    • Caring for inpatients throughout the night

    • Preparing and assisting with emergency surgeries

    • Monitoring anaesthesia and recovering patients

    • Supporting emergency and critical care cases

    • Working alongside the twilight team to ensure smooth patient admissions, triage, and infection control

    The hospital sees a varied and rewarding caseload, including trauma cases, toxin ingestions, blocked bladders, GDVs, caesarean sections, and many other medical and surgical emergencies.

    Working Pattern

    • Rolling rota of 4 nights on, 7 nights off, followed by 3 nights on, 7 nights off

    • Night shifts: 7:00pm – 8:30am

    About You

    We're looking for someone who:

    • Is a qualified and Registered Veterinary Nurse

    • Works confidently in a fast-paced environment

    • Has excellent communication and teamwork skills

    • Is calm under pressure and organised

    • Is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and animal welfare

    Benefits

    • 6.6 weeks' annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)

    • RCVS and VDS fees paid

    • Generous CPD allowance

    • Health Cash Plan

    • Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity leave

    • Pension scheme

    • Cycle to Work scheme

    • Option to buy and sell annual leave

    • Wellbeing initiatives and colleague support programmes

    • Career development and ongoing training opportunities

    This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive, supportive team where you'll gain exposure to a diverse emergency caseload while enjoying an excellent work-life balance with an attractive night rota.

    Quick Apply

    Interested in this role? Apply now and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

    Job Summary

    ReferenceSV0617
    Job TypePermanent
    SalaryCompetitive
    SpecialityGeneral Practice
    RegionUK