We're looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our experienced and passionate nursing team at Clare Vet Group. If you're an SVN in your 2nd year or beyond, we would love to hear from you as well!
At Clare Vet Group, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality care to our local community and patients. You'll be part of a supportive team that is committed to helping you reach your full potential and progress in your veterinary career.
As an RVN, you will be responsible for a range of nursing duties, including surgical and medical nursing, anaesthesia, radiography, animal husbandry, inpatient care, laboratory work, and running nurse clinics. Our nurse consultations include dental clinics, post-operative checks, weight management, blood pressure monitoring, suture removal, and more. You will also have the opportunity to mentor and supervise Student Nurses, with Clinical Coach training available if you're not already qualified.
At Clare Vet Group, we are a dedicated and compassionate team committed to providing exceptional veterinary care to the local community. Our RCVS Accredited Nurse Training Practice and RCVS Practice Standard Accredited Practice are designed to provide high-quality services, treating each patient with the utmost care and respect. We believe in nurturing our staff and providing a supportive, dynamic work environment, where both personal and professional growth is encouraged. With state-of-the-art facilities, modern equipment, and a strong focus on continuous development, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent veterinary care to our clients and their beloved pets.
We are seeking an enthusiastic RVN or experienced SVN (2nd year and beyond) with a passion for nursing and a strong desire to develop your skills further. You will be keen to expand your knowledge and contribute to a supportive and dynamic team. Previous experience in mentoring Student Nurses is a plus, but we can offer training for the right candidate.
This is a full-time position of 37.5 hours per week based at Ballyclare Hospital. However, we are open to job sharing if two suitable candidates apply. You will be part of the nursing rota, which includes out-of-hours and night shifts on call. Our rota follows an 8-week shared pattern, offering days off in lieu for weekend work, half-days, rest periods during working weekends, and plenty of full weekends off, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
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, you will benefit from:
At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and 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.
75 Ballynure Road, Ballyclare, BT39 9AG, United Kingdom
Animals treated: Small animals, Farm animals, Equine
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