Registered Veterinary Nurse

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

[Employer hidden] Group – Medway Towns, Kent
Salary: Up to £30,000 (dependent on experience)
Full-time or part-time considered

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our established nursing team across our four-site small animal practice.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a well-equipped and supportive clinical environment, with exposure to a varied caseload and involvement in a wide range of nursing duties.

You will be required to work across branches, with some sole nursing at weekends and occasional weekdays depending on the rota.

Clinical Responsibilities and Development

We actively encourage our nurses to utilise their full skill set and take an active role in patient care. The role includes:

• Involvement in anaesthesia, imaging (including radiography), and inpatient care
• Participation in a wide range of surgical procedures, including orthopaedics and soft tissue surgery
• Opportunities to carry out nurse consultations
• Support and encouragement to undertake Schedule 3 procedures
• Exposure to visiting specialists, including orthopaedics and cardiology

This position would suit a nurse with a particular interest in theatre work or someone looking to further develop their clinical skills.

Working Environment

[Employer hidden] Group has been established for over 40 years and benefits from a stable and experienced team. Staff retention is strong, with several team members having long tenure within the practice.

The group consists of four branches, employing over 45 staff, including a large team of RVNs, student nurses, and patient care assistants. The working environment is collaborative, with a focus on maintaining high clinical standards and supporting colleagues across all roles.

Work Pattern

- Weekday shifts between 8:00am and 6:45pm
- 1 in 4 Saturdays (8:45am – 4:45pm)
- Currently no Sunday or bank holiday working
- No out-of-hours (OOH) requirements (covered by Vets Now)

We aim to offer flexibility where possible to support a positive work-life balance.

Culture and Team

We promote a positive and inclusive working culture across all sites. As a group, we encourage team engagement through:

• Monthly informal team gatherings
• Social activities, including organised walks and charity events
• Wellbeing initiatives and internal communication channels to support team morale

Career Development

We are committed to supporting professional development and career progression. Opportunities include:

• Funded CPD and access to an extensive internal CPD programme
• Support for developing clinical interests, including ECC
• Potential progression into senior nursing, Lead RVN, or management roles within the group

Additional Information

- Temporary accommodation may be available to support relocation (short-term basis)
- Flexibility may be considered for the right candidate where possible

Benefits

- 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Funded external CPD and access to internal learning platforms
- Staff discount scheme
- Enhanced sickness pay and family leave
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- Employee wellbeing support, including EAP and cycle to work scheme

If you would like to apply, please click , or for an informal discussion, contact our Nursing Talent Acquisition Business Partner:

Purvi Kataria
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