Surgical Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

This is a full-time surgical nursing position within a specialist referral hospital, where you’ll deliver advanced perioperative care to complex orthopaedic and soft tissue cases. You’ll work on a rotating 8-week shift pattern with standard shifts from 7:00am to 8:00pm, including a dedicated scrub week (Tuesday–Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm, with Monday off). The role includes participation in an on-call rota and offers genuine opportunities to develop your anaesthesia and surgical expertise under the guidance of specialist surgeons.

Based in Leeds, frank. Pet Surgeons is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group. As a member of this multidisciplinary specialist team, you’ll contribute to high-standard patient care, support clinical decision-making, and collaborate with colleagues to continuously improve outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist specialist surgeons with complex orthopaedic procedures, including fracture management, angular limb deformities, and spinal surgeries
• Provide high-quality anaesthesia and perioperative nursing care to ensure patient safety and optimal recovery
• Prepare, maintain, and manage surgical theatres to the highest standards
• Support diagnostic and imaging procedures as required within the referral setting
• Work collaboratively within the specialist-led team while exercising clinical autonomy and initiative
• Contribute to continuous improvement in patient outcomes and service delivery through evidence-based practice

Requirements

• Current RCVS registration as a Veterinary Nurse
• Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced nursing skills relevant to surgical specialisms
• Demonstrable experience working with complex medical or surgical cases in a referral or advanced-care setting
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical governance, and continuous improvement
• Interest in anaesthesia and surgical nursing with a passion for referral-level care

Benefits

• 6.6 weeks’ annual leave plus your birthday off, with increasing allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave for professional development
• RCVS and VDS fees covered by the practice
• Private Medical Insurance and Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice
• Discounted veterinary care
• Access to hundreds of retailers offering discounts and cashback through voluntary benefits scheme
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities in referral nursing and leadership roles

About the Practice

frank. Pet Surgeons, Leeds is a specialist referral hospital handling a diverse range of complex orthopaedic cases, angular limb deformities, and soft tissue surgeries. As part of IVC Evidensia—the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals—the practice benefits from shared expertise, innovation, and a values-led culture focused on care and continuous improvement.

The practice is committed to supporting its teams’ professional development and wellbeing. With investment in learning, modern facilities, and a collaborative working environment, frank. Pet Surgeons creates opportunities for nurses to grow in confidence, capability, and clinical fulfilment at every stage of their career.