Veterinary Nurse West London

Registered Veterinary Nurse | West London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a well-established, independently owned small animal practice in West London.

Offering a salary of £30,000–£38,000 per annum depending on experience, this permanent position is available on either a full or part-time basis, with flexibility around the working pattern.

You'll be joining a friendly and experienced veterinary and nursing team within a practice that has been caring for its local community for more than 25 years. The practice offers excellent modern facilities, a varied first opinion caseload and a supportive environment where nurses are encouraged to utilise and develop their clinical skills.

Key Highlights

• Salary of £30,000–£38,000 per annum DOE.
• Permanent full or part-time RVN position.
• Independently owned small animal practice.
• Established for over 25 years.
• Flexible rota and working patterns.
• Weekday shifts falling between 8:00am and 7:30pm.
• Saturday mornings on a shared rota, 8:00am–12:00pm.
• No Sunday working.
• Experienced veterinary and nursing team.
• Modern surgical and diagnostic facilities.
• Full IDEXX laboratory facilities.
• Certificate-holder and visiting specialist support.
• CPD allowance and development support.
• 6 weeks' annual leave including Bank Holidays, negotiable.
• Private healthcare.
• Workplace pension.
• Staff discounts.
• Additional discounts for your own pets.

The Practice

This well-established independent small animal practice has been caring for pets and their owners in West London for more than 25 years.

The practice has developed a strong reputation for providing high-quality, personalised veterinary care while maintaining the friendly and supportive environment associated with independent practice.

You'll be joining an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses and dedicated support colleagues who work collaboratively to provide excellent standards of patient and client care.

The clinical team benefits from additional expertise including a Veterinary Surgeon with a Certificate in Small Animal Surgery and Diagnostic Imaging, alongside regular visiting clinicians providing additional expertise in areas including Ophthalmology and Orthopaedics.

The practice places considerable importance on teamwork and creating an environment where team members feel valued, supported and able to continue developing professionally.

Facilities & Equipment

The practice is well equipped to investigate and manage a varied first opinion small animal caseload in-house.

Facilities and equipment include:

• Digital radiography.
• Diagnostic ultrasound.
• Full IDEXX laboratory equipment.
• Modern surgical facilities.
• Dedicated consulting facilities.
• Dental equipment.
• Anaesthetic and patient monitoring equipment.
• Facilities for inpatient and day patient care.

The combination of modern equipment and experienced clinicians provides an excellent environment for an RVN looking to maintain and develop a broad range of nursing skills.

The Location

Located in West London, the practice is well positioned for candidates living across the surrounding London and Middlesex areas.

The location benefits from excellent road and public transport connections, providing convenient access across West London and into Central London while retaining the amenities and green spaces associated with the surrounding suburban areas.

The Role

This is a permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse position available on either a full or part-time basis.

You'll play an important role within the clinical team and be encouraged to utilise your nursing skills across a varied first opinion small animal caseload.

Depending on your experience and interests, responsibilities can include:

• Theatre nursing.
• Anaesthetic monitoring.
• Surgical assistance.
• Inpatient and day patient care.
• Diagnostic imaging support.
• Laboratory work.
• Dentistry.
• Patient monitoring.
• Nurse consultations.
• Preventative healthcare.
• Client education and support.

The practice is looking for an RVN who takes pride in providing excellent patient and client care and enjoys being an active member of a collaborative veterinary team.

There is also scope to continue developing particular areas of clinical interest through CPD and day-to-day experience within the practice.

Rota & Work-Life Balance

The position can be offered on either a full or part-time basis, with a flexible rota available to help provide a sustainable work-life balance.

The working pattern includes:

• Weekday shifts falling between 8:00am and 7:30pm Monday to Friday.
• Saturday mornings on a shared rota, 8:00am–12:00pm.
• No Sunday working.
• Flexible full or part-time options.

The exact number of hours and working pattern can be discussed depending on the successful candidate's requirements and the needs of the practice.

Career Development

The practice is committed to supporting its nursing team and encouraging continued professional development.

A CPD allowance is provided, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to continue developing their clinical knowledge and pursue areas of particular interest.

Working alongside experienced Veterinary Surgeons, nurses and clinicians with additional qualifications also provides excellent opportunities for learning and sharing knowledge within the team.

The Candidate

Applications are welcomed from Registered Veterinary Nurses looking for a supportive environment where they can become a valued member of an established independent team.

The successful candidate will ideally:

• Be an RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Have a passion for delivering excellent patient care.
• Have strong client communication skills.
• Enjoy working collaboratively with vets, nurses and support colleagues.
• Be comfortable working within a varied small animal first opinion environment.
• Be keen to utilise their nursing skills.
• Have an interest in continued professional development.
• Be organised, proactive and enthusiastic.
• Value being part of a friendly and close-knit team.

The practice is happy to hear from experienced RVNs as well as nurses looking for their next opportunity within a supportive independent practice.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of £30,000–£38,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Permanent full or part-time position.
• Flexible working patterns available.
• Saturday mornings on a shared rota.
• No Sunday working.
• 6 weeks' annual leave including Bank Holidays, negotiable.
• CPD allowance and professional development support.
• Private healthcare.
• Workplace pension.
• Staff discounts.
• Additional discounts for veterinary care for your own pets.
• Modern surgical and diagnostic facilities.
• Excellent veterinary and nursing support.
• Access to Certificate holders and visiting clinicians.
• Opportunity to develop individual clinical interests.
• Supportive independent working environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities.

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