Registered Veterinary Nurse

• Up to £30,000 DOE (FTE)
• Full or Part time 
• Open to Newly Qualified RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse at Falklands Vets – Up to £30,000 DOE

Established in 1989 Falklands vets is a small but busy practice, with a loyal client base and varied caseload, including exotics. Set in the market town of Newbury and surrounded by the country's most beautiful countryside. The practice is a stones throw away from the town centre that boasts independent and high street shops and restaurants, charter and specialist markets, and first-class arts and cultural experiences.

We are searching for a RVN to join our passionate team at Falklands Vets on either a full or part time basis. The successful candidate will be working with a strong team of RVNs to carry our consultations, surgeries and Schedule 3 procedures in our busy practice.

The position is for 40 hours a week over 4 days with 1:8 weekends, but part time will also be considered.

We are also open to a 2nd year or Newly qualified RVN.

The RVN role includes:

• To work as an active member of the clinical support team.
• To fully participate in the Nursing rota as directed by the Head Nurse.
• To provide the highest standards of client service and patient care
• To ensure the timely and effective communication with all colleagues working in the Practice.
• To provide assistance and support for the Veterinary Surgeons within the Practice environment.
• To comply with all professional regulations, legislations and standards associated with independent accreditation such as the RCVS practice standards scheme.
• To comply with CVS's H&S policies and attending relevant training as required.

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

To be considered for this exciting role:

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Proven GP skills and surgery experience
• Eagerness to learn and develop
• Clinical coaching experience or interest preferred
• Strong focus on exceptional patient care
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Positive, enthusiastic approach to tasks
• Strong organisational and attention-to-detail skills
• Ability to handle difficult situations with tact
• Ability to balance study and work
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

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 Leanne Walker on 07585 673443 or leanne.walker@cvsvets.com or click Apply Now 

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