Registered Veterinary Nurse
Bath Veterinary Group, Keynsham Surgery
Up to £32,240 DOE
28.5 hours per week
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8.30am to 6.30pm
Option to work 1 additional day per week at Rosemary Lodge to make the role full-time
1 in 8 weekends at Rosemary Lodge
Join a friendly branch team where you can take real ownership
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a varied and rewarding role? We are seeking a passionate RVN to join our welcoming team at our Keynsham Surgery.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident nurse who enjoys branch life and working with autonomy, while still benefiting from the support of a larger hospital network.
Role Details
You will thrive in a branch setting as a sole nurse, playing a key role in the smooth running of the practice. This is a varied and hands-on role where your skills will be fully utilised.
Your responsibilities will include:
Running and developing nurse clinicsMonitoring anaesthesia and supporting surgical proceduresSupporting daily consults and theatre workAssisting in the day-to-day operations of the surgeryDelivering excellent inpatient and preventative careBuilding strong relationships with clients and their petsYou will work three days per week at Keynsham. For those seeking a full-time position, there is the option to work one additional day per week at our Rosemary Lodge hospital. Weekend shifts are based at Rosemary Lodge on a 1 in 8 rota.
About the Practice
Located in the heart of Keynsham, the practice offers a vibrant town setting with shops within walking distance and excellent rail links to both Bristol and Bath.
Park Road Surgery is a busy first opinion branch where consultations and surgeries take place daily. The practice is well equipped with:
Fully equipped operating theatre
Digital x-ray facilities
Dedicated in-house laboratory
You will work alongside two experienced vets, a Veterinary Care Assistant and a dedicated receptionist, forming a close-knit and supportive team. In addition, you will benefit from the backing of our 24-hour first opinion and referral hospital at Rosemary Lodge in Bath, ensuring clinical support is always available when needed.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a friendly, proactive and confident RVN who enjoys branch nursing and working with a degree of autonomy.
You will:
Be a qualified Registered Veterinary NurseBe confident in anaesthesia and general nursing dutiesEnjoy building client relationshipsThrive in a small team environment
Because Our People Matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary up to £32,240 DOE, you will benefit from:
Work Life Balance
6.6 weeks annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance based on length of serviceYour birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membershipNon-accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon, our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets and Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits, reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailersPension, 5 percent employee and 3 percent employer contributionDiscounted staff pet care