Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

This is a full-time permanent position (37.5 hours per week, with flexible options considered) working as a Registered Veterinary Nurse at The Oak Veterinary Group's Haverfordwest practice. You'll be based in stunning Pembrokeshire, surrounded by coastal and countryside landscapes, in a modern facility offering surgery, dentistry, internal laboratory, ultrasound, radiography and endoscopy. Crucially, this role carries no out-of-hours responsibilities.

You'll be part of a blended team of experienced professionals including a Head Vet, 7 veterinary surgeons, a Head Nurse, 4 registered veterinary nurses, 3 student nurses, and 2 Animal Care Assistants. The practice also operates a Fishguard branch with hydrotherapy and physiotherapy services, creating a comprehensive small animal environment where you can develop clinical skills and contribute to excellent patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for hospitalised, in-patient and day patients across the practice
• Monitor and manage anaesthetics, including use of associated monitoring equipment
• Conduct nurse clinics and wellness screenings, including weight management, senior advice, dietary guidance, and puppy/kitten advice
• Perform procedures such as nail clipping, anal gland expression, and dental checks
• Administer medications and vaccinations under veterinary surgeon prescription
• Assist veterinary surgeons during surgeries, procedures, and consulting room duties
• Manage cleaning, maintenance, and infection control in laboratory, kennels, preparation and theatre areas
• Maintain stock levels and manage laundry and equipment maintenance
• Contribute to clinical standards and ongoing development of patient care within the practice

Requirements

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with developing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Schedule 3 experience advantageous
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and effective workload management
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Salary £25,570 to £32,344 full-time depending on experience and duties (37.5 hours per week)
• Welcome bonus of £1,000
• Relocation allowance up to £2,000
• 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
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave for professional development
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to retail discounts and cashback
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles
• Access to clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holder support
• Team social events and optional social gatherings throughout the year
• No out-of-hours requirements

About the Practice

The Oak Veterinary Group is based in Pembrokeshire and operates as part of inspiring vet care, the UK's number one vet care provider trusted with the care of over 2 million animals. The main Haverfordwest small animal practice is undergoing a property redevelopment programme during 2026 and features modern facilities including surgery, dentistry, internal laboratory, ultrasound, radiography and endoscopy. The Fishguard branch offers unique hydrotherapy and physiotherapy services delivered by a full-time Rehab Co-Ordinator, along with internal laboratory, dentistry, surgical facilities, and an aquatic treadmill. Laser and acupuncture services are available at both locations.

The practice is led by a Head Vet and includes an advanced practitioner in small animal surgery who performs complex procedures, allowing the wider veterinary team to focus on orthopaedic work and complex soft tissue surgery in-house. The team values professional development, collaboration, and a supportive culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement.