Are you a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse with a passion for delivering exceptional wards-based nursing care? Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists invites individuals like you to join our dynamic night team and embark on an exciting journey.
Find your purpose at Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists
As the day transitions into night our exceptional team steps into action, poised to provide unparalleled care throughout the twilight hours. We are a busy referral hospital where high quality nursing care is championed, and we are true advocates for supporting personal growth and clinical development for our entire nursing team.
Our diverse case load offers a varied and challenging environment for our team, providing out of hours care for our hospitalised medical and surgical inpatients across our different wards. We have an anaesthesia team available around the clock for out-of-hours emergency procedures, as well as dedicated specialists on call for each discipline to provide emergency support for inpatients. We house two primary dog wards, an ICU/high-dependency unit, and a separate cat ward, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to each patient's needs. This is not a sole charge position, and you will work your night shifts supported within a team of clinicians, RVNs and ACAs.
We're seeking passionate professionals eager to make a positive impact on the care of our patients. If you're ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to our team, we'd love to hear from you.
A supportive team and a world of opportunity
SCVS are a specialist-led small animal hospital equipped with the expertise and knowledge to support the most complex of cases. As a large multidisciplinary referral hospital, we offer impressive facilities and state-of-the-art equipment which enable us to provide outstanding treatment to our patients from the initial consultation right through to discharging them from our care. We are conveniently based in Ringwood, Hampshire, just off the A31.
Our recent expansion has provided us with a new purpose-built theatre complex, a two-storey facility housing a large client reception and waiting area, 10 new consulting rooms, along with a new rehabilitation centre. The improvements do not stop here, with further additions to include a new diagnostic suite and ICU area, plus much more.
We have an outstanding team of recognised specialists across a multitude of disciplines. We also have a dedicated rehabilitation team who provide physiotherapy and hydrotherapy to aide post-operative recovery. The care and comfort of our patients is always at the front of our minds. Our advanced nursing team provide excellent care to all patients during their stay at SCVS. We also have a team of dedicated veterinary care assistants to ensure patients feel reassured and comforted during their stay.
Qualities we seek
The successful applicant in our vet nurse role will be:
An RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse. Passionate about caring for our clients and their pets. Motivated to deliver the exceptional clinical standards that SCVS is known for. Experience in an OOH/ECC environment is advantageous.Should be confident nursing a variety of complex cases in a wards setting.Referral hospital experience is beneficial.
Working hours that provide flexibility
We can accommodate a variety of shift patterns to suit you up to 39hrs per week - a couple of popular examples are 3 nights per week (plus a weekend rota), 7 on 7 off, or 7 on 14 off for those wanting to work reduced hours. All shifts are 7pm-8am.
Because our employees 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 base salary of up to £37,000 DOE, you will benefit from:
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidaysIncreasing holiday allowance based on length of serviceAdditional holiday entitlement for your birthdayAccommodation can be discussed on request for a pre-agreed discounted rate
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate medical insuranceCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Development
CPD allowance paid pro-rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Additional
Relocation allowancePawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailersPension – 5% Employee/3% EmployerDiscounted staff pet careAccommodation
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.