Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse

Introduction

Candor Vets is delighted to present an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a well-established practice located in a beautiful area of London. This full-time position offers the chance to lead an experienced nursing team and contribute to a high standard of patient care.

The Role

This is a full-time senior position, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The role includes a 1:4 branch Saturday rotation and a 1:10 Saturday rotation at a nearby hospital, plus one bank holiday per year. There are no on-call requirements. The successful candidate will benefit from full support from a dedicated regional manager, and out-of-hours care is provided by a 24-hour hospital just a 20-minute drive away.

The practice itself is well-equipped, featuring ample facilities for general practice diagnostic and surgical procedures, including an imaging suite and a blood diagnosis suite. Leadership training is provided to assist new senior colleagues in their transition into this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the nursing team, ensuring the provision of high-quality and continually improving standards of nursing care.

• Assist veterinary surgeons in theatre and during consultations.

• Ensure the provision of high-quality and continually improving standards of nursing care, comfort, and welfare for all pets.

• Utilise Schedule 3 skills as directed.

• Ensure all diagnostic, surgical, and medical equipment and instruments are serviced, maintained, and in full working order.

• Carry out a weekly audit of Controlled Drugs in accordance with prescribed protocols.

• Responsible for staff working on reception, ensuring a high standard of client care through excellent communication and service.

• Manage the daily operation of the reception area, ensuring friendly and efficient handling of clients and their pets.

• Support student nurses as a clinical supervisor.

About the Area

The practice is situated in one of London’s most desirable areas. Clapham Common, with its lush green space, is a mere 5-minute walk away. Battersea Power Station, offering a plethora of shopping and restaurant options, is a 15-minute drive or 30-minute train journey away. The practice is conveniently located a 15-minute walk from Clapham Junction station and a 20-minute walk from Clapham South (Northern Line).

What's on Offer

• Up to £39,000 per annum DOE.

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays.

• CPD budget every year, plus up to 2 days’ paid CPD leave.

• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks.

• Opportunity to join a private medical healthcare scheme at a reduced rate, plus medical cashback incentives.

Job Reference SRVN001