Head Vet Nurse **Equine Speciality** In West Sussex

3 weeks ago
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Salary
Up to £35,000

Company
JR Veterinary

Contact
Janko Salzwedel

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West Sussex, United Kingdom

Full Time | Up to £35,000 DOE

Are you an experienced and motivated Equine Nurse looking for the next step in your career? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead our clients nursing team and contribute to the smooth operation of their busy and advanced equine practice.

As Head Nurse, you will be responsible for leading the nursing team, overseeing day-to-day operations, running consults, and supporting the wider clinical team. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring and developing our nurses and assistants, ensuring the highest standards of equine care.

** Hours: 08:00 am – 17:00 pm, Monday to Friday

** Breaks: 1-hour unpaid lunch break

** Flexible hours can be offered and a healthy work-life balance, ensuring you get the time you need to recharge is encouraged.

In addition to a competitive salary, an excellent range of benefits is provided to support your personal and professional development:

• 6.6 weeks of annual leave
• Birthday leave – an additional day off to celebrate your special day
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 confidential support
• Discounted gym memberships
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Non-accidental injury support
• CPD allowance and leave 
• Certificate support to encourage further learning and skills development
• VDS cover and RCVS fees paid

The equine practice is a state-of-the-art, referral hospital equipped with cutting-edge technology, including MRI, CT, a dedicated repro unit, and isolation and stable blocks. They manage a wide variety of medical cases, from minor injuries to major surgeries, offering you exceptional clinical exposure and the chance to further develop your expertise.

The practice is home to a team of 25 Vet Surgeons, including four specialists in equine surgery, internal medicine, and reproduction. You will lead a dedicated nursing team, consisting of four qualified nurses, nursing students, and one equine nursing assistant.

As Head Veterinary Nurse, you’ll have varied duties, including:

• Leading the nursing team and managing training, equipment, and rota planning
• Ensuring the correct use of PPE and adherence to policies and procedures
• Working alongside the Clinic Receptionist and Head Groom to coordinate the week's workload
• Organising and supporting clinical training and quality control for the nursing team
• Assisting with patient care, especially when the hospital is at full capacity

Weekend/On-Call Duties:

** On-call weekends start from Friday at 17:30 until Monday at 08:00. You’ll assist with regular duties during these hours, authorised by the senior clinician on call.

** After an on-call weekend, you’ll be entitled to Monday morning or afternoon off, allowing you to recover and recharge.

If you're looking for a leadership role in a supportive, innovative equine hospital with outstanding facilities, we'd love to hear from you.

> 01392 719 887

> [email protected]

Tel: 01392719887
Address: West Sussex, United Kingdom