Lead Registered Veterinary Nurse at Village Animal Hospital – up to £34,000 DOE
Village Animal Hospital, located in the lovely town of Caterham in Surrey, England. With a team of dedicated professionals and a state-of-the-art facility, we believe in providing comprehensive care to all the animals we see, regardless of their size or species. Our team is experienced in treating a wide range of animals, including birds, cats, dogs, poultry and small mammals.
We are searching for a dedicated Lead Veterinary Nurse to join us on a 40 hour contract, this can be altered to 35 hours for the right candidate!
Ideally, you will have 5 years of experience to include previous or current hospital care
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team and take the next step in your career!
What will you be doing?
Leading and managing a small team of RVNs across our two branches
Ensuring stock control and ordering supplies
Ensuring protocols and procedures are up to date and being carried out effectively
Leading by example in providing excellent standards of care
Deputising in Head Nurse's absence
Schedule 3 procedures as an option
Working across inpatient, consulting and operations shifts
In return we offer:
Professional memberships funded
CPD and further studies encouraged – you are learning and clinical growth is important to us!
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
Workplace pension scheme
Maternity, Adoption Pay, Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted pet treatments
Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health first aiders available
Performance bonus scheme
Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE)
Internal career progression and transfers available – with a network of over 500 practices
There are many opportunities and pathways for Nurses within our wider group! If you are looking to progress into leadership or management within a practice or perhaps something remote based, we can support you. We have recently launched “CVS Nursing Career Pathway” with the aim of demonstrating clear career progression for nurses across first opinion, referral and equine practices. You can have lifelong career here, regardless of what your current interest is! Click here to find out more: https://vimeo.com/904977057/532bcae978?share=copy
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.
For more information, contact Emily Card at emily.card@cvsvets.com or click Apply Now
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