RVN

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Position Title: Registered Veterinary Nurse (12 months Maternity Cover)

Location: Donnachie & Townley Vets,

Units E & F Madford retail park, Foregate Street, Stafford ST16 2QY

Starting Salary: Part time- £18,360.00

Hours:

Part-time – 25.5 hrs

Monday – 8.30am - 6pm

Tuesday – 8.30am - 6pm

Wednesday – 8.30am - 6pm

Occasional Saturday morning work maybe required.

About Us

Donnachie and Townley Veterinary Surgeons is a trusted and compassionate small animal veterinary practice committed to providing the highest standard of care to our patients and support to their owners. With a long-standing reputation in the community, we pride ourselves on our friendly, professional service and our dedication to animal welfare. We have two practices located in Rugeley and Stafford. At both sites we have a variety of facilities such as:

Large spacious reception and separate cat and dog waiting areas.

Small animal Pharmacy.

Three Consultation Rooms.

Prep/Scrub Room.

Fully equipped Operating Theatre.

Diagnostic Imaging Room with digital X-Ray machine and portable ultrasound scanner.

Dental Suite equipped with specialised dental table, dental x-rays and ultrasonic dental scaler, polisher and drill.

Large Kennel area for in-patients.

Laboratory equipped with biochemistry and haematology analyser, microscope and centrifuge.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. This role offers a great opportunity to work within a supportive and friendly practice where your skills will be valued and utilised fully.

You will be involved in all aspects of nursing care and work alongside our experienced team to deliver high standards of clinical and client service. You will be fully supported in all aspects of your role including nurse clinics.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to inpatients and outpatients.
• Assist with surgical procedures, anaesthesia, and recovery.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.
• Support with diagnostic imaging, laboratory tests, and pharmacy duties.
• Deliver excellent client communication and education.
• Ensure the clinical environment is clean, organised, and compliant with practice policies.
• Join our nurse clinic rota and be confident in providing services such as second vaccinations, nail clipping, microchipping, post and pre op checks amongst some other nurse consults.
• There will also be the occasional reception cover needed, such as covering lunches.
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Fully qualified and registered with the RCVS as a Veterinary Nurse.
• Strong all-round clinical nursing skills.
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.
• Professional, reliable, and committed to patient welfare.
• Be computer literate and be able to use a variety of software.
• Must be proactive and excellent time management (Essential)
  
  

As part of the Linnaeus group, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have three mental health first aiders and free access to the Headspace app for all associates, in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.

What We Offer

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including:
• Employee assistance program
• Eyecare voucher sheme
• free annual flu jab
• Cycle to work sheme
  
  

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an experienced team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.

If you’d like to find out more, please get in touch with Rebecca at [email protected]