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My client is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse for an exciting 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This role is available for both full-time and part-time candidates, located near a stunning seaside setting near the South Downs National Park—an ideal spot for lovers of the outdoors, water sports, and dog walking.

Key Highlights:

• Join a well-established team of 4 veterinary surgeons with expertise in small animal surgery, dentistry, and ophthalmology.
• Work alongside 4 full-time nurses, 1 part-time head nurse, 2 student nurses, and a friendly front-of-house team.
• The practice features modern facilities, including 2 spacious consult rooms, a theatre, laparoscopy, dental x-ray, ultrasound, digital x-ray, and a full lab.
• Nurses actively engage in consults and laser therapy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced RVN or someone eager to develop their skills within a supportive and highly skilled team.

In this role, you will:

• Consistently deliver exceptional care to clients and patients.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures, including pre- and post-procedure tasks.
• Lead nurse appointments and perform schedule 3 activities.
• Monitor patient care throughout their stay.
• Manage admissions, discharges, and patient transfers as directed.
• Dispense and verify medications.
• Uphold professional excellence, adhering to all regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
• Coordinate with the team to ensure smooth and effective practice operations.

Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Be adept at working within a team and supporting nurse-led consults.
• Possess strong coaching and influencing skills to foster team performance.

Benefits Include:

• Salary: Starting at £30,000 per year
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• VDS and RCVS Fees Paid
• CPD Allowance
• Comprehensive Medical Plan

Candidates MUST be eligible to work in the United Kingdom and have the relevant visas, if required. Must also be registered on the RCVS.

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Worthing, West Sussex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

• Veterinary: 1 year (preferred)

Reference ID: VN1028