Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

This is a full-time position as a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Medivet's Faygate practice, where you'll take the lead on nurse-led appointments and provide essential clinical support to the veterinary team. You'll be at the heart of patient care delivery, managing everything from routine health checks to post-operative monitoring, whilst maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and animal welfare. The practice values collaboration and support—you'll work alongside a team that genuinely backs you up, helping to create a working environment where exceptional care flows naturally from a culture that respects its staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver nurse-led appointments and Schedule 3 activities, ensuring exceptional patient outcomes
• Provide skilled clinical support during veterinary consultations, surgical procedures and ongoing patient care
• Manage patient admissions, monitoring and discharges with meticulous attention to regulatory standards
• Deliver compassionate client communication and support throughout the patient journey
• Maintain full compliance with RCVS standards, practice protocols and operational procedures
• Collaborate within a supportive clinical team environment

Requirements

• RCVS registration as a Veterinary Nurse (current and valid)
• Passion for high-quality patient and client care
• Strong team-working ethos and commitment to supporting colleagues
• Ability to maintain regulatory compliance and operational standards

Benefits

• Financial Support: Health Cash Plan from day one, Life Assurance (3x salary), RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Time Off: 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (rising with service), plus one extra paid 'Day for You'
• Professional Development: £750 CPD allowance annually plus 2 paid study days per year, access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD and 24-hour hospital facilities, funded certificates and internal career pathways
• Wellbeing: 24/7 counselling and mental health support
• Additional Perks: Cycle to Work scheme, Season Ticket loans, staff discounts on Medivet products and services

About the Practice

Medivet is a progressive veterinary group with a strong presence across the UK. The Faygate practice in Horsham is part of this larger network, benefiting from Medivet's clinical resources, 24-hour hospital support and commitment to staff development. The practice is focused on delivering exceptional patient care whilst creating a workplace where team members feel valued and supported. As part of Medivet, you'll have access to internal clinical communities, continuing professional development opportunities and a clear pathway for career progression—whether you're looking to deepen your nursing expertise or explore leadership opportunities within the organisation.