Veterinary Nurse jobs in United Kingdom

Salary: Up to £28,496 pro rata, depending on skills and experience. Our client is looking for two motivated and experienced Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) to join their friendly and supportive team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a welcoming practice that values its nurses and supports ongoing professional development. Both full-time and part-time applications are welcomed, offering flexibility to suit your lifestyle. The Role - Permanent position - Full-time or part-time hours available - Rotating shifts between 8:15am and 7:00pm - Saturday rota: 8:30am – 1:00pm - No out-of-hours work About You - Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) - Motivated and enthusiastic with a passion for patient care - A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills - Clinical Coach qualification, or willingness to become a Clinical Coach, would be an advantage Salary & Benefits - Salary up to £28,496 pro rata, depending on experience - 30 days' annual leave (pro rata), including bank holidays - Option to buy or sell additional annual leave - Health Cash Plan - £600 annual CPD allowance (pro rata) plus 3 days' CPD leave - Support for further qualifications and career development - Friendly and supportive team environment - No out-of-hours commitment If you're looking for a supportive practice where you can continue to develop your nursing skills while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Location: Somerset Job Type: Part-Time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Join Our Client's Dedicated Out-of-Hours Team Our client is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their established out-of-hours emergency service. This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN who enjoys emergency and critical care, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and values working as part of a supportive and experienced team. Based within a well-equipped veterinary hospital in Somerset, the practice provides a dedicated out-of-hours service for local veterinary practices across the region, delivering high-quality emergency care to a varied small animal caseload, including occasional exotic and wildlife patients. The Role As the Twilight RVN, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the evening emergency service. Your responsibilities will include: - Managing incoming emergency telephone calls. - Booking appointments and triaging patients on arrival. - Supporting the veterinary surgeon and night RVN throughout the shift. - Assisting with inpatient care and preparing for emergency procedures as required. - Helping to deliver exceptional patient and client care during out-of-hours periods. You'll work alongside an experienced night veterinary surgeon and dedicated night RVN in a collaborative and supportive environment. Working Hours This is a part-time position working alternate weekends: - Friday: 7:00pm – 11:30pm - Saturday: 4:00pm – 11:30pm - Sunday: 4:00pm – 11:30pm Average 9.75 hours per week. About Our Client Our client is a modern, RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional emergency and critical care. They are passionate about supporting professional development, encouraging CPD and further qualifications, and fostering a positive workplace culture where teamwork and wellbeing are genuinely valued. The practice offers an interesting and diverse caseload, excellent facilities, and a welcoming team that enjoys regular social events and supporting one another both professionally and personally. Benefits Alongside a competitive salary, you'll receive an excellent benefits package including: - 6.6 weeks' annual leave (pro rata), including bank holidays. - RCVS and VDS fees paid. - Generous CPD allowance with genuine career development opportunities. - Option to buy and sell annual leave. - Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay. - Health Cash Plan. - Pension scheme. - Cycle to Work scheme. - A friendly, supportive team environment with a strong focus on wellbeing. If you're looking for a rewarding out-of-hours nursing role within a collaborative and progressive practice in Somerset, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: North London Job Type: Locum Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Ongoing Locum RVN Opportunity Our client is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly team on an ongoing locum basis in North London. This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN looking for regular weekday work within a supportive practice environment. The Role - Ongoing locum position. - Start ASAP. - 3 days per week. - Ideally working Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. - Shift pattern: 9:30am – 6:00pm. Requirements - Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN). - Available to start as soon as possible. - Able to commit to an ongoing booking. - Payment via Umbrella or Zero Hours Contract (ZHC). If you're an experienced RVN looking for a consistent locum role in North London, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

Fitzpatrick Referrals Halfway Lane, EashingGodalmingSurreyGU7 2QQGB GBP32553 Make a difference through the night, with advanced nursing care and a dedicated team by your side! Are you an experienced RVN who enjoys night work and finds ward nursing especially rewarding? Join Fitzpatrick Referrals’ specialist orthopaedics, neurology and dentistry hospital in Eashing, Surrey, where your skills, compassion and attention to detail will help our inpatients receive the care they need throughout the night. You’ll work alongside colleagues who share your commitment to excellent patient care. With three nurses, three veterinary care assistants and a vet on-site overnight, teamwork is at the heart of every shift. Your role You’ll provide attentive, individualised ward-based nursing care to patients with complex needs, bringing clinical judgement, empathy and a proactive approach to their overnight care. This is an opportunity to build on your experience, develop your advanced nursing skills and take pride in the difference that thoughtful, dedicated inpatient care can make. Support to help you develop Joining a specialist hospital can be an exciting next step, and we’ll support you as you settle into your role. You’ll receive a full induction, mentoring and ongoing support to develop your skills in caring for our orthopaedic and neurological patients. Funded CPD will help you continue learning and building your expertise. What you’ll bring We’re looking for an experienced registered veterinary nurse who combines sound nursing skills with compassion, initiative and excellent teamwork. Referral nursing experience would be beneficial, but you don’t need a referral background to apply. We also welcome RVNs with post-qualification experience in first-opinion practice and/or emergency and critical care who are ready to take their next step. Your hours and benefits - One full-time position, working 7 nights on, 7 nights off, Monday to Sunday every other week - Salary starting from £39,000 per year, with a pay scale based on post-qualification experience - 12-hour waking shifts with a paid rest break - Full induction, mentoring and ongoing support - Paid RCVS registration and funded CPD - Company pension scheme and life assurance - Employee assistance programme Ready to make your next career move? If you’re passionate about inpatient care and want to develop your skills alongside a dedicated overnight team, we’d love to hear from you. Feel free to come for a “taster day” and meet our fantastic team! Read more about our experience days. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close for applications before the closing date. Meet the nurses Q & A with Clinical Nurse Lead Amelia Read more Q & A with Rotational RVN Emily Read more Q & A with Wards RVN Charlotte Read more You are applying for the Registered Veterinary Nurse – Nights job "*" indicates required fields Link Copied!

Fitzpatrick Referrals Halfway Lane, EashingGodalmingSurreyGU7 2QQGB Build the nursing career you aspire to with ground-breaking treatments, complex cases and a team that supports your growth! Are you an RVN ready to deepen your knowledge and take the next step in your nursing career? At Fitzpatrick Referrals, you’ll care for patients receiving pioneering orthopaedic and neurological treatments, with opportunities to develop your expertise in anaesthesia, surgical and diagnostic nursing. Join an exceptional team of skilled, compassionate colleagues who share their knowledge, support one another and take pride in delivering outstanding patient care. Your role Working across our preparation and theatre areas, you’ll deliver attentive, individualised nursing care throughout each patient’s anaesthetic, surgical and diagnostic journey. You’ll encounter a wide range of complex conditions, putting your clinical skills, judgement and attention to detail into practice every day. This is a role for someone who enjoys a varied, fast-paced environment and understands that excellent patient care depends on empathy, clear communication and colleagues working together! Support to help you develop Whether you’re looking to build your confidence in advanced nursing or broaden your existing experience, we recognise the importance of a supported start. You’ll receive a structured 12-week induction with a nursing mentor to guide your training. Beyond induction, quarterly one-to-one meetings and an annual appraisal provide regular opportunities to discuss your progress, goals and development. With funded CPD, encouragement to pursue further learning and a nursing structure that supports different career directions, you’ll have opportunities to explore where your skills and interests can take you. What you’ll bring We’re looking for a registered veterinary nurse who combines compassion with a proactive approach to patient care. You’ll be a thoughtful team member, attentive to detail and keen to keep learning, with the ability to adapt as clinical priorities change. Your hours and benefits - Salary of £30,000–£35,000, depending on experience - Full-time, 40-hour week on a rotating shift pattern - One in four weekends, with days off in lieu - Participation in the bank holiday rota - Paid RCVS registration and funded CPD - Company pension scheme and life assurance - Access to an employee assistance programme Ready to take your next step? We’d love to hear what you could bring to our nursing team and where you’d like your career to go. Please submit your CV and covering letter using the form below. Feel free to come for a “taster day” and meet our fantastic team! Read more about our experience days. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close for applications before the closing date. Meet the nurses Q & A with Clinical Nurse Lead Amelia Read more Q &A with Prep RVN Amber Read more Q & A with Rotational RVN Emily Read more You are applying for the Registered Veterinary Nurse – Wards & Prep job "*" indicates required fields Link Copied!

Location: Hartford, Cheshire Our client is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join their busy, RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital in Hartford. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys working in a fast-paced hospital environment, is passionate about patient care, and is looking to further develop their clinical and nursing skills. You'll be joining a supportive and experienced team with access to excellent facilities, including ultrasound, digital X-ray, an in-house laboratory, CT scanner, laparoscopy equipment, and more. The role offers exposure to a varied caseload, providing excellent opportunities to develop your skills across medical, surgical, and emergency nursing. The Role - Permanent or 12-month fixed-term contract - Full-time – 37.5 hours per week across 5 days - Shifts between 7:00am and 8:30pm - 1 in 4 weekends, with 2 days off in lieu the following week - 2 Bank Holidays per year - Occasional twilight and late kennel shift cover Salary: £25,643 – £31,180 per annum, depending on skills and experience. About You - Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) - Enjoys working in a busy hospital environment - Passionate about theatre nursing and inpatient care - Comfortable managing emergency and critical care cases - A proactive team player with excellent communication skills Benefits - 6 weeks' annual leave, including bank holidays - £600 annual CPD allowance - RCVS membership paid, plus one additional professional membership - VDS cover - Health Cash Plan - Enhanced family leave policies - Discounted veterinary treatment - Cycle to Work scheme - Company sick pay - Shopping, travel and lifestyle discounts - Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities - Annual salary reviews - A strong focus on employee wellbeing and career progression If you're looking for a role that offers excellent clinical exposure, a supportive team environment, and genuine opportunities for professional development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Location: North London Job Type: Locum Start Date: Beginning of August Duration: Ongoing Urgent Ongoing Locum RVN Opportunity Our client is urgently seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their busy small animal practice in North London on an ongoing locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN looking for a full-time, long-term locum position within a supportive clinical team. The Role - Ongoing locum assignment. - Full-time – 5 days per week. - Start date: Beginning of August. - Long-term opportunity with an established practice. Requirements - Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN). - Available to start at the beginning of August. - Able to commit to an ongoing booking. - Zero Hours Contract (ZHC) applicants will be considered. If you're looking for a stable, full-time locum role in North London, we'd love to hear from you.

Fitzpatrick Referrals Halfway Lane, EashingGodalmingSurreyGU7 2QQGB Fitzpatrick Referrals is looking for a registered veterinary nurse to join our night team as a night coordinator at our hospital in Eashing, Surrey. This role plays a key part in the organisation, working to oversee the inpatient care for all our patients overnight. As Night Coordinator, alongside your nursing responsibilities, you will guide and provide support to your night nurse and veterinary care assistant colleagues in both clinical and interpersonal matters. The role requires someone who can work under pressure and work collaboratively with stakeholders of all levels. It is therefore essential that the candidate possesses excellent people and communication skills, is proactive and resourceful with the ability to deal with a busy and demanding role. This position is ideal for an experienced night nurse who wants to take the next step in their career and take on additional responsibility whilst maintaining their love of inpatient care at the core of their role. Experience in a busy ward environment is essential, some experience in a role that requires an additional level of organisation or co-ordination would be beneficial but not essential as training, and support will be given to the successful candidate. This is a full-time role working a pattern of 7 nights on, 7 nights off Monday-Sunday, 7.30pm – 7.30am. We offer a salary of £42,500 per year, a company pension scheme, enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption leave, enhanced annual leave entitlement, life assurance, company events and an award-winning employee assistance programme. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close for applications before the closing date. You are applying for the Night Coordinator (RVN) job "*" indicates required fields Link Copied!

Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their dedicated Emergency and Critical Care team on a permanent night rota. This is an exciting opportunity for an RVN with a passion for emergency nursing to work within a modern, well-equipped hospital, providing high-quality overnight care and first opinion emergency support. You'll work alongside an experienced clinical team in a collaborative environment, with excellent opportunities to further develop your ECC skills and pursue professional interests. The practice is committed to supporting career progression through funded CPD, certificate opportunities, and ongoing professional development. The role: - Permanent night position. - Average 36 hours per week (annualised hours). - 4-on, 7-off, 4-on, 6-off rota, plus one twilight shift. - Emergency and Critical Care nursing within a busy hospital environment. - Excellent support from an experienced multidisciplinary team. What's on offer: - Salary of £34,000–£36,000, depending on experience. - Funded CPD, including certificate support. - Company pension. - 40% staff discount for your own pets. - Enhanced parental leave and sick pay. - Generous annual leave (7 weeks including bank holidays). - Occupational health and mental wellbeing support. - Supportive, independent practice with genuine opportunities for career progression. About you: - RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse. - Minimum of 2–3 years' post-qualification experience. - Previous ECC experience or additional ECC qualifications are desirable. - Full UK driving licence. - Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care in a fast-paced emergency setting. If you're an experienced RVN looking to develop your career in Emergency and Critical Care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Salary: £23,500–£34,000 DOE Job Type: Full Time (approximately 36.25 hours per week) About the Practice An established, independent small animal veterinary practice in South Devon is looking to recruit a Registered Veterinary Nurse & Clinical Supervisor to join its experienced and supportive team. The practice is RCVS-accredited, an approved Veterinary Nurse Training Centre, a RWAF Silver Rabbit Friendly Clinic and an ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic. With a strong focus on high clinical standards, professional development and exceptional patient care, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team where nurses are encouraged to use their full range of skills. The Role This is a varied and rewarding position, combining hands-on clinical nursing with the opportunity to mentor and support the next generation of veterinary nurses. You'll work alongside a knowledgeable and welcoming team, using modern equipment and facilities including: - In-house laboratory equipment for rapid blood and urine analysis - Ultrasound - Digital X-ray - Advanced patient monitoring equipment If you enjoy a busy clinical environment where your nursing skills are fully utilised and valued, this could be the perfect role. Key Responsibilities Registered Veterinary Nurse - Admit patients for diagnostic tests, procedures and surgery - Monitor and care for hospitalised patients - Collect and process laboratory samples - Prepare theatres and equipment for surgical procedures - Prepare patients for surgery and administer medications - Assist during surgical procedures - Monitor anaesthesia and patient recovery - Run nurse consultations and post-operative appointments - Educate clients on treatment plans, preventative healthcare and post-operative care - Provide ongoing patient care, including wound management and palliative care - Dispense prescribed medications - Maintain accurate clinical records - Manage medicines, equipment and stock levels - Maintain high standards of cleanliness and infection control throughout the practice - Exercise and monitor inpatients as required Clinical Supervisor - Mentor and support up to two student veterinary nurses - Provide practical teaching and day-to-day guidance - Monitor and document student progress using Smart Assessor - Structure learning plans and encourage professional development - Build positive working relationships with student nurses - Attend annual standardisation workshops to maintain Clinical Supervisor status About You The successful candidate will: - Be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS - Have an up-to-date CPD record - Have at least one year's clinical experience - Be willing to attend annual Clinical Supervisor standardisation workshops - Be an excellent communicator with strong mentoring skills - Be organised, empathetic, patient and enthusiastic - Be confident working independently while maintaining professional standards - Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for travel between branches What's on Offer - Excellent work-life balance - Monday to Friday working - Shared Saturday morning rota with time off in lieu - No out-of-hours work after 7pm - 4 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays - Birthday leave - RCVS fees and VDS membership paid - Generous CPD allowance and ongoing professional development - Six-monthly development reviews - Discounted veterinary treatment - Cycle to Work scheme - Free on-site parking - Employee Assistance Programme with wellbeing support If you're an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to combine clinical nursing with mentoring and education in a supportive independent practice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly and supportive team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a modern hospital environment, providing both first opinion and referral nursing. The successful candidate will be involved in a varied caseload including medical and surgical nursing, advanced diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, inpatient care, and emergency support, offering excellent opportunities to develop specialist interests and expand clinical skills. The practice is committed to supporting career progression, whether that's through funded certificates, clinical coaching, leadership development, or other areas of professional interest. The role: - Full-time, permanent position. - 40-hour week across 4 days. - 10-hour shifts with a 1-hour lunch break. - Shared weekend and bank holiday inpatient/emergency rota with time off in lieu. - No routine out-of-hours, with only occasional backup support if required. What's on offer: - Salary of £29,000–£33,000, depending on experience. - Funded CPD, including certificate support. - Company pension. - 40% staff discount for your own pets. - Enhanced parental leave and sick pay. - Generous annual leave (7 weeks including bank holidays). - Occupational health and mental wellbeing support. - Supportive, independent practice with genuine opportunities for career development. About you: - RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse. - Minimum of 2–3 years' post-qualification experience. - Full UK driving licence. - Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and working collaboratively within a close-knit team. If you're an experienced RVN looking to take the next step in your career with a progressive independent practice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.