Professional veterinary recruitment

We are recruiting for a Permanent Registered Head Veterinary Nurse to join a small animal practice in Manchester.

This is a full-time position with weekends on a rota basis at another branch.

This is an exciting opportunity for an RVN who is looking to take their next career step and be part of a forward-thinking practice which offers state of the art facilities.

About the role

The role involves leading the current dynamic team of three nurses as well as providing a variety of general nursing duties.

Clinical coaching is also an important aspect of the role and there is continual ongoing support available from the lead vet. The practice are passionate about providing excellent clinical care and it is vital that the RVN also shares this ethos. They will be providing ongoing patient care whilst also being responsible for the continual growth within the nursing team.

Previous experience in a leadership role or head nurse role would be an advantage but not essential. The RVN must have a friendly and approachable attitude, be always positive and enthusiastic and looking to develop their clinical skill set further with ongoing learning and development. Ultimately the RVN will be looking to take the next step into a Head Nurse role.

Key Details

• Type: Small Animal
• Hours: Monday - Friday 40 hours per week
• Weekends: On a rota
• Sole Charge: None
• OOH: None
• Branch work: When working weekends
• Computer System: Bespoke system
• Consultations: 15 Minutes
• Team: 4 Vets, 4 Nurse & support team

About them

• Large community of highly skilled Veterinary Professionals
• Committed, forward thinking and deliver clinical excellence
• Offers continual training with professional development along with a dedicated training centre
• Provides advanced Veterinary diagnostic equipment including MRI Machines and state of the art operating theatres
• Career progression opportunities available
• Provides continual ongoing training to ensure personal growth and development
• Visiting specialists in imaging and dermatology
• Lead Vet studying towards a certificate in Surgery

About you

• Previous experience in a lead or head nurse role is advantageous but not essential
• You will have a high level of solid nursing experience in all aspects of nursing
• You must have a friendly and compassionate attitude and also be approachable at all times
• You will be forward thinking and always looking at ways to develop the clinical nursing team further
• You will enjoy running nurse clinics
• You will have experience in clinical coaching and or happy to become a clinical coach
• You will have excellent communication and customer service skills
• You will enjoy leading a team and providing ongoing support to fellow team members

Facilities

The practice is fully equipped with all the latest diagnostic equipment and there is a wide range of state-of-the-art services available including:

• Ultrasound
• Digital X-Ray
• Endoscopy
• Multiparameter Machine
• Defibrillator
• ECG
• MRI
• Orthopaedic facilities
• 24hr care

Package:

• Salary: 26,000 - 29,000 Pro rata
• Holiday allowance: 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• CPD: 300 allowance plus 2 days to attend
• Access to a learning and development platform
• Access to employee assist programme
• Internal courses available ongoing
• Attendance bonus schemes
• Memberships: Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS and BVA)
• Exclusive company discounts and rewards scheme
• Paternity Scheme

Must haves:

RCVS registered and qualified

Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Excellent communication skills

1 years' post-grad UK experience

What happens next?

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your latest CV.

Alternatively, contact us to find out more details or to have a confidential discussion about this or other opportunities.

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