Registered Veterinary Nurse
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Registered Veterinary Nurse
- On Site
- Magdalen Way, Gorleston, Norfolk, United Kingdom, NR31 7BN
- OOH
- Fixed Term Contract
- The Veterinary Hospital (Gorleston)
Out of Hours Registered Veterinary Nurse, The Veterinary Hospital, Gorleston
Fixed-Term Contract Until April 2027 | Out-of-Hours RVN | Free On-Site Accommodation When On Shift
Salary: Up to £41,600 FTE
Shift Pattern: 1 week on / 11 weeks off / 1 week on / 9 weeks off (22‑week cycle, 7pm–8am)
At CVS, caring is what we do. As a Veterinary Nurse, you'll be at the heart of promoting pet wellness—monitoring patients' health, supporting their recovery, and offering reassurance to the people who love them. Because for us, caring isn't just a job—it's in our nature.
We put our people first—because when you're supported, you can deliver the very best care. With industry-leading learning, hands-on training, and guidance, you'll have everything you need to grow your skills and confidence. Whether you're looking to progress in your current role or explore new career pathways, CVS is the place to nurture your future career.
Life at The Veterinary Hospital, Gorleston
The Veterinary Hospital, Gorleston is a busy small-animal practice with a passionate team of vets, RVNs, PCAs, and receptionists. Our well-equipped hospital supports a high caseload, providing an excellent environment for someone with an ECC bias who thrives in an out‑of‑hours setting.
We pride ourselves on our friendly, supportive, and inclusive culture, where collaboration and patient-first care are at the heart of everything we do. The practice is situated in beautiful Gorleston, Norfolk, with easy access to local amenities—and free on-site parking for your convenience.
About You
We're looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our Gorleston OOH team.
In this role, no two nights will be the same. You will:
- Be passionate about delivering exceptional care to our patients and their owners.
- Work confidently in sole charge, including triaging calls, answering phones, monitoring anaesthetics, and providing stabilisation and nursing care for emergency and critical cases.
- Use your ECC interest and experience to make a real impact during out‑of‑hours shifts.
- Support the outcome of patient care in all aspects of clinical work.
- Maintain high-quality standards in our hospital environment.
- Learn, develop, and grow with us, taking advantage of CPD opportunities—including funded and supported ECC training.
- Help foster a positive, welcoming, and supportive team culture.
- Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and out‑of‑hours partners.
This role includes free accommodation for the weeks you are on shift.
The Benefits
At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join us, you'll get:
- RCVS fees paid in full
- Annualised Hours Contract
- Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities
- Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
- Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies
- Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications
- Free accommodation during on‑shift weeks
- Free on-site parking
Join us at CVS
We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up.
Wellbeing support is always available—from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets, and personal mentors. Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, with the support of our central HR, IT, finance, and operational teams.
We also prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million‑pound improvement fund.
