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Registered Veterinary Nurse (Maternity Cover) Location: Village Vet Highgate Hours: Full Time Rota is 8 hour shifts, 8am-4.30pm, 9.30-6pm or an 11-7.30pm, About the Practice Village Vet Highgate is a busy, well-established first opinion practice seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the team on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-performing, close-knit team delivering a wide range of clinical services while maintaining high standards of patient care. The practice is known for managing a varied and complex caseload in-house, supported by an experienced veterinary team and a collaborative working environment. Overview As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional clinical care and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practice. Working alongside our veterinary surgeons, nursing team, and support staff, you will help ensure excellent patient outcomes and outstanding client service. This is a predominantly clinical role offering exposure to a varied caseload, including medical, surgical, and inpatient nursing. Main Purpose & Goals - Deliver high standards of patient care through excellent clinical nursing - Support the veterinary team across a wide range of procedures and cases - Contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the practice - Maintain excellent client communication and service standards - Work collaboratively within a positive and supportive team environment Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties - Support vets with a wide range of procedures and cases - Provide inpatient care and monitoring - Deliver high-quality nursing care across a varied caseload - Assist with surgical procedures, dentals, and diagnostic workups - Administer medications and treatments as prescribed - Maintain accurate and thorough clinical records - Ensure high standards of patient welfare and infection control Practice Support - Work collaboratively with RVNs, PCAs, vets, and reception teams - Support the smooth running of daily clinical operations - Assist with stock management and equipment maintenance - Contribute to maintaining high clinical and operational standards Client Care - Deliver excellent client service and communication - Support the client journey from admission through to discharge - Provide clear updates, advice, and guidance to clients - Promote preventative healthcare and patient wellbeing Team Structure - 3 Vets - 2 RVNs - 1 PCA - 2 Receptionists - 1 Hydrotherapy Nurse The team is highly collaborative, with a strong culture of mutual support across all departments. About the Role - Fixed-term contract (up to 12 months) - Duration dependent on return of permanent post-holder - Opportunity to work within a busy, well-equipped practice - Exposure to a varied and advanced clinical caseload - Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development Future Opportunities While this is a maternity cover position, there may be potential for alternative opportunities within the practice as the team evolves. Candidate Requirements - Qualified and Registered Veterinary Nurse - Previous experience in a busy clinical environment - Confidence in supporting a varied caseload - Strong communication and organisational skills - Passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care - Team-focused approach and positive attitude Village Vet Highgate offers a supportive and engaging environment, providing an excellent opportunity for an RVN to further develop their clinical skills while working within a dynamic and collaborative team. Village Vet Highgate is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the world’s largest family-owned veterinary group. We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and deliver the highest standards of care. All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. To Apply Please click Apply, or for an informal discussion, contact our Nursing Talent Acquisition Business Partner: Purvi Kataria 📧 Purvi.Kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk #LI-PK1 #LI-Onsite

Location: Village Vets St Albans Part of Linnaeus Permanent | 4 nights on, 8 nights off Salary £34,297 for 33.9 hours on an annualised contract £1000 welcome bonus Accommodation is provided for the duration of your working night block, offering added convenience during your scheduled shifts. Why this role? If you enjoy autonomy, true emergency exposure and being part of a structured, professional night service, this is a role where you can genuinely develop your confidence in out-of-hours and critical care nursing. Village Vet St Albans is a well-established small animal hospital and a 24-hour emergency clinic supporting multiple practices across Hertfordshire. You will see a varied and stimulating caseload, not just routine overnight monitoring. The hospital is fully equipped with: - Full diagnostic facilities - On-site laboratory - Separate cat and dog wards - Theatre suite - 24-hour inpatient care providing continuity of treatment For those working nights, shared accommodation is available during your working block, offering practical support and added convenience. The rota 4 nights on, 8 nights off on a rolling rota. This structure provides extended time off between blocks while maintaining exposure to emergency and urgent care cases. Annualised hours: 33.9 hours per week equivalent. Your role This is a hands-on Night RVN position within the Vet-24 night team. You will: - Allocate and manage cases with a proactive, holistic approach to inpatient care under the guidance of the Veterinary Surgeon - Triage out-of-hours calls and support emergency admissions - Assist with appointments, treatments and procedures - Lead detailed nurse-to-nurse patient handovers to the day team - Participate in the cleaning and maintenance of hospital areas - Actively engage in CPD and further study relevant to emergency and critical care You will work as a Tier 2/3 RVN alongside the Veterinary Surgeon to support effective management of overnight and urgent care patients. This is an active clinical role where you will be fully involved in patient care throughout your shift. Development and career progression As part of Linnaeus, you will have access to the Nursing Career Framework, which includes: - An industry-leading banded pay structure aligned to skill level - Defined progression pathways - Clinically focused development routes - People leadership pathway options CPD, including advanced qualifications, is actively encouraged, particularly for those interested in emergency and critical care nursing. Benefits - RCVS and VDS fees paid - External CPD allowance - Extensive free Linnaeus CPD programme - Career progression opportunities - Staff discount schemes including gym membership - Life Assurance - Enhanced sickness pay - Enhanced equal family leave - E-car salary sacrifice scheme - Employer contribution pension scheme - Wellness programme including: Employee Assistance ProgrammeEyecare voucher schemeFree annual flu jabCycle to work scheme - Recruitment referral reward scheme Linnaeus is committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all associates, with Mental Health First Aiders across practices and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme. If you want nights that build your clinical confidence, give you meaningful time off, and offer practical support like accommodation during your working block, this is a well-structured opportunity. Village Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.  We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose. ​ ​ All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Village Vets, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at  Purvi.Kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk #LI-PK1 #LI-Onsite

Salary: £31,000 depending on experience Location: Village Vet Highgate Hours: Full Time Rota is 8 hour shifts, 8am-4.30pm, 9.30-6pm or an 11-7.30pm, About the Practice Village Vet Highgate is a busy, well-established first opinion practice seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the team.This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-performing, close-knit team delivering a wide range of clinical services while maintaining high standards of patient care. The practice is known for managing a varied and complex caseload in-house, supported by an experienced veterinary team and a collaborative working environment. Overview As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional clinical care and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practice. Working alongside our veterinary surgeons, nursing team, and support staff, you will help ensure excellent patient outcomes and outstanding client service. This is a predominantly clinical role offering exposure to a varied caseload, including medical, surgical, and inpatient nursing. Main Purpose & Goals - Deliver high standards of patient care through excellent clinical nursing - Support the veterinary team across a wide range of procedures and cases - Contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the practice - Maintain excellent client communication and service standards - Work collaboratively within a positive and supportive team environment Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties - Support vets with a wide range of procedures and cases - Provide inpatient care and monitoring - Deliver high-quality nursing care across a varied caseload - Assist with surgical procedures, dentals, and diagnostic workups - Administer medications and treatments as prescribed - Maintain accurate and thorough clinical records - Ensure high standards of patient welfare and infection control Practice Support - Work collaboratively with RVNs, PCAs, vets, and reception teams - Support the smooth running of daily clinical operations - Assist with stock management and equipment maintenance - Contribute to maintaining high clinical and operational standards Client Care - Deliver excellent client service and communication - Support the client journey from admission through to discharge - Provide clear updates, advice, and guidance to clients - Promote preventative healthcare and patient wellbeing Team Structure - 3 Vets - 3 RVNs - 1 PCA - 2 Receptionists - 1 Hydrotherapy Nurse The team is highly collaborative, with a strong culture of mutual support across all departments. About the Role - Duration dependent on return of permanent post-holder - Opportunity to work within a busy, well-equipped practice - Exposure to a varied and advanced clinical caseload - Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development Candidate Requirements - Qualified and Registered Veterinary Nurse - Previous experience in a busy clinical environment - Confidence in supporting a varied caseload - Strong communication and organisational skills - Passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care - Team-focused approach and positive attitude Village Vet Highgate offers a supportive and engaging environment, providing an excellent opportunity for an RVN to further develop their clinical skills while working within a dynamic and collaborative team. Village Vet Highgate is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the world’s largest family-owned veterinary group. We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and deliver the highest standards of care. All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. To Apply Please click Apply, or for an informal discussion, contact our Nursing Talent Acquisition Business Partner: Purvi Kataria 📧 Purvi.Kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk #LI-PK1 #LI-Onsite

Registered Veterinary Nurse Location: Village Vets Cambridge – Milton Hospital Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week Salary: £28,350 - £33,000 per annum DOE. Are you an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to take the next step in your career within a busy hospital environment? Village Vets Cambridge are seeking a confident and motivated RVN to join our nursing team at Milton Hospital. This role would suit a nurse with at least 2–3 years of post-qualification experience who enjoys a varied caseload, thrives in a collaborative team environment, and is looking to further develop their clinical and emergency nursing skills, ideally with clinical coaching experience or interest. As our RCVS-accredited hospital continues to grow, we are looking for an RVN who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and keen to make the most of their nursing skills in a supportive and progressive environment. Why Join Us? - Genuine exposure to emergency and critical care cases - Opportunity to utilise and develop your nursing skills across medicine, ECC, anaesthesia, inpatient care and nurse consultations - Work alongside an experienced team of veterinary surgeons, RVNs, student nurses and patient care assistants (10 day nurses, including RVNs, student nurses, and PCAs, 6 dedicated night nurses and strong multidisciplinary support team of vets and clinical staff to learn from and collaborate with) - Dedicated twilight and night teams on site, providing continuity of patient care - Excellent opportunities for clinical development and in-house learning - Supportive and collaborative team culture with a strong focus on communication and teamwork - Silver Cat Friendly accredited practice - On-site parking available The Team and Practice Milton Hospital is the largest site within Village Vets Cambridge and acts as the hub for our own Vet24 Out of Hours service. With many local practices feeding into the hospital, we see a diverse and rewarding caseload, including a high proportion of emergency and critical care patients. Our hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities, including: Endoscopy equipment Full in-house laboratory with blood gas and coagulation analysis Digital radiography, including dental radiography Ultrasound with linear and phased array probes Video gastroscope and bronchoscope Dedicated ECC theatre Dental suite Separate dog and cat wards You will join a well-established multidisciplinary team comprising experienced veterinary surgeons, nurses, support staff and certificate holders who are committed to delivering outstanding patient care while supporting each other's professional growth. As an RVN within the day team, you will be involved in all aspects of hospital nursing, including: Inpatient care and monitoring Emergency and critical care nursing Theatre nursing and anaesthesia Diagnostic procedures and laboratory work Nurse consultations and client education Supporting patients throughout their hospital journey Working Pattern Full-time, 40 hours per week Mixture of early and late shifts, Monday to Friday 1 in 6 weekends with 3 days back in lieu Weekend-only on-call rota 1 bank holiday per year, paid in addition with a day back in lieu Located just north of Cambridge city centre, Milton Hospital benefits from the perfect balance of city living and green open spaces. Cambridge is renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, excellent restaurants and independent shops, while the surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities to relax and unwind outside of work. With excellent transport links to London, Stansted Airport and the wider East of England, Cambridge is an attractive location for those looking to progress their career whilst enjoying a fantastic quality of life. What We're Looking For At least 2 years' experience in clinical practice Confidence in managing hospitalised patients and varied nursing duties Keen interest in ECC, medicine and inpatient care Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a supportive team Possess excellent communication and client care skills Proactivity, organisation and a commitment to high clinical standards Genuine enthusiasm for learning and professional development Benefits - 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays - Extensive free Linnaeus CPD programme - Excellent in-house training opportunities - Career progression pathways within Village Vets Cambridge and the wider Linnaeus network - Staff discount schemes - Life Assurance - Enhanced sickness pay - Enhanced equal family leave - Employer contribution pension - Wellness programme including: Employee Assistance ProgrammeEyecare vouchersFree annual flu jabCycle to work scheme - Recruitment referral reward scheme About Linnaeus Linnaeus is part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned allows us to focus on long-term investment in our people, facilities, and patient care. Village Vet Milton is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose. All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Village Vet Milton. Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk. How to Apply To apply, click "Apply Now" or contact Purvi Kataria at purvi.kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk for more information or a confidential discussion. We look forward to hearing from you. #LI-JG1 #LI-Onsite #INDSPO All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered.

Job Title: Registered Veterinary Nurse (Day RVN) Location: Village Vets Berkhamsted (part of Linnaeus) Job Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time or part-time considered Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Why This Role? If you are looking for a day RVN role where you can build strong clinical skills while working in a supportive, close-knit team, this is a solid opportunity. Village Vets Berkhamsted is a busy 2-vet practice with a varied caseload, including exposure to exotics through a certificate holder. You will be part of a small, collaborative nursing team where your contribution is valued and your skills are fully utilised. This role offers a balance of routine and more complex cases, giving you the chance to develop without the pressure of a large referral environment. About the Practice Village Vets Berkhamsted is a well-established small animal practice with strong links to the wider Village Vet network. - 2-vet practice with an exotic certificate holder - Team of 3 RVNs - Support from the wider St Albans hospital for out-of-hours and emergency care You will work in a practice that values continuity of care, teamwork, and a practical, hands-on approach to nursing. The Role This is a hands-on day RVN position where you will be involved in all aspects of patient care. You will: - Support consultations and provide nurse-led clinics - Assist with surgical procedures and anaesthesia - Deliver inpatient care and patient monitoring - Carry out Schedule III procedures where appropriate - Support client communication and patient follow-up - Maintain clinical standards and practice hygiene This is a varied role suited to a nurse who enjoys being fully involved in both clinical and client-facing aspects of practice. Rota - Full-time or part-time hours considered - Includes Saturdays at Berkhamsted - Shared Sunday and emergency rota at St Albans This structure gives you exposure to a broader caseload while maintaining a primarily day-based role. Team & Support You will be working within a small, supportive nursing team, alongside experienced vets and with access to the wider resources of the Village Vet and Linnaeus network. The team environment is collaborative, with a focus on: - Open communication - Shared workload - Ongoing development You will also have access to additional support through the wider hospital network when needed. Development and Career Progression As part of Linnaeus, you will have access to the Nursing Career Framework, which includes: - Structured progression pathways - Clinically focused development opportunities - Support for CPD and further qualifications Whether you want to build confidence in general practice or explore areas such as exotics or surgery, there is scope to develop your interests. Benefits RCVS and VDS fees paid External CPD allowance Extensive free Linnaeus CPD programme Career progression opportunities Staff discount schemes including gym membership Life Assurance Enhanced sickness pay Enhanced equal family leave E-car salary sacrifice scheme Employer contribution pension scheme Wellness programme including: Employee Assistance Programme Eyecare voucher scheme Free annual flu jab Cycle to work scheme Recruitment referral reward scheme Linnaeus is committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all associates, with Mental Health First Aiders across practices and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Village Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose. All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Village Vets, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at Purvi.Kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk #LI-PK1 #LI-Onsite