This is an exciting opportunity for a Head RVN to join us as we open for the first time as White Oak Vets in Peterlee! Salary £30,000 - £37,000 FTE depending on experience. Full time preferred, but a part time role could be considered for the right candidate.
Become a part of our journey at our new £1.1 million site, and lead a fantastic nursing team of 3 RVNs and 1 PCA.
About us...
We are a single site first opinion small animal practice with a loyal client base who are committed to providing high quality, evidence based, compassionate care to our clients and their pets.
Our new site has both dental and DR X-Ray systems, a shiny new US, and all the feline friendly facilities you could want!
We are lucky to have a fantastic nursing team already in place, with nurses with interests in diagnostic imaging and behaviour / physiotherapy already playing key roles in practice direction.
The role…
As head nurse you will work closely with the other members of the practice leadership team to ensure the smooth day to day running of the practice.
You will support a small but excellent nursing team, encouraging them to reach their full potential and realise their career goals while fostering a positive and collaborative team culture across the practice.
We would love you to take a leading role in setting up and encouraging uptake of nurse led clinics as well as encouraging your team to upskill further to increase the services that we can offer our wonderful clients!
What are we looking for...
A motivated and positive RVN with excellent communication skills and a strong focus on providing exceptional patient care and customer service.
You will be responsible and accountable for delivery of clinical services in line with company expectations so high standards of patient care and excellent organisational skills are a must!
While we have no SVN's currently, this is likely to change in the future so a willingness to act as a clinical coach is also a must. Previous experience in a leadership role would be an advantage, however this role could also suit an experienced RVN ready to take the next step in their career – the right person is sometimes more important than the right experience!
Rewards and benefits
We want all our team members to reach their full potential, and this means that clinical interests and career development in whatever direction you choose will be genuinely supported. As a member of CVS, we have the ability to invest in our team, and staff are encouraged to take full advantage of all the benefits that corporate employment brings.
Follow the link below to find out a bit more about what we do at CVS…
5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent), plus the option to purchase an additional two weeks leave per year with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme
Long Service Holiday – receive 1 extra day leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
Workplace pension scheme
Mental Health first aiders - our people are at the heart of what we do, and your health & wellbeing matters!
Maternity/Adoption Pay – 10 weeks full pay and 10 weeks half pay
Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave
Fertility & pregnancy loss policy
Cycle to work scheme, saving 25-39% on a bike and accessories!
Discounted pet treatments
Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 365 days a year helpline to support you and your immediate family when you need it the most
Discounted UK gym membership with Gym Flex
Performance bonus scheme
Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE)
Internal career progression and transfers available – with a network of over 500 practices, we can support you should you need to relocate
CPD and further studies support and encouragement
To find out more please email our Resourcing Partner David at david.vaughan@cvsvets.com or to apply via our online portal please click ‘Apply Now'
CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.
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