Registered Veterinary Nurse

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 6 May 2026
LOCATION
Gateshead
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS) Anaesthesia Patient triage Nurse consults Laboratory diagnostics Surgical nursing Communication skills Organisational skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Registered Veterinary Nurse

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Sheriffs Highway Vets, Gateshead. Full-time, on-site role.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Sheriffs Highway Vets on a full-time basis. Our main practice is based in Gateshead, with additional branch surgeries in Whickham, Sunderland and Crawcrook. We are well equipped with modern facilities including digital and dental radiography, flexible and rigid endoscopy, a fully equipped in-house laboratory, advanced ultrasound with Doppler and a wide range of specialised equipment to support soft tissue, orthopaedic and endoscopic surgeries.

How You'll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences. This is a full-time position working 38 hours per week with a 4-day week work pattern and working 1 in 4 Saturdays.

General responsibilities include:

  • Nurse consults
  • Patient triage
  • Anaesthesia
  • Lab and diagnostic work
  • Theatre prep

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

  • Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
  • Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships
  • Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively
  • A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We'll Support You

  • A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
  • Clear career pathways with progression opportunities
  • Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues
  • A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

  • 6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off
  • Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
  • £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
  • Certificate support
  • RCVS and VDS fees covered
  • Pension scheme
  • Discounted veterinary care
  • Voluntary benefits

Contact

For questions, contact Bethany Baker at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

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