Head Veterinary Nurse, Small Animal - Cumbria
2 weeks ago 
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Salary
up to £38,000 DOE
Company
JR Veterinary
Contact
Georgia Lafferty
Cumbria, United Kingdom
Our client has an opportunity for a Head Veterinary Nurse to join their team or perhaps you are an experienced and passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse ready to step into a leadership role. Located in the scenic Lake District, this role offers a perfect blend of career and lifestyle opportunities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for and required to
- Lead and inspire a team of Veterinary Care Assistants, Student Veterinary Nurses and Registered Veterinary Nurses.
- Actively engage in nurse consultations, theatre nursing, inpatient care, and other clinical duties, ensuring that you remain hands-on while also managing the team.
- Work closely with veterinary surgeons, helping to advance both patient and client care, playing a central role in ensuring the highest standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
You will be working alongside 4 Vets with regular Locum support, 1 Student Veterinary Nurse, 1 Veterinary Care assistant and a dedicated reception team.
This practice is well-equipped with an Idexx lab, multiparameter monitors, new ultrasound, digital X-ray including dental X-ray, drip pumps, and more. The main surgery handles more complex cases and in-depth workups, while the branch clinic focuses on preventative medicine. The clinic is also an RVN Training Practice, Cat Friendly, and Practice Standards accredited and is also involved with the local greyhound rehoming centre and hosts Pet Blood Bank sessions.
This is a permanent, full-time role working 39.03 hours a week with 1:6 Saturday mornings and 1 weekday evening shift. However, our client is also happy to consider a part-time role 3- or 4-days week so please do let us know your preferences.
This role offers a salary up to £38,000 DOE with a range of benefits including
- 6.6 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
- No On Call
- Birthday Leave
- RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
- £1250 CPD with 5 days paid CPD leave
- Enhanced Family Friendly policies
- Development opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Wellbeing Support
- High Street discounts
- Plus, more!
If you are a proactive, organized, and dedicated RVN looking for a leadership role in a well-equipped, friendly, and supportive environment that offers both personal and professional fulfillment, we would love to hear from you.
For further details or to express interest in this role, please contact the JR Team on 01392 719887 or [email protected]
Tel: 01392719887
Address:
Cumbria, United Kingdom