Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

Medivet Southend is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a friendly, welcoming practice team. This full-time fixed-term position offers the chance to work across all areas of nursing: surgical and anaesthetic support, inpatient care, laboratory work, and nurse-led consultations. You'll build strong relationships with clients and their pets while working with a varied caseload. The practice actively supports clinical development, including the opportunity to undertake Schedule 3 procedures where appropriate.

With a 1:6 weekend rota, you'll enjoy a good work-life balance while contributing to a forward-thinking, well-established practice. This is an ideal opportunity if you're looking for a supportive environment where your growth and contribution genuinely matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional client care every day
• Provide surgical and anaesthetic support to the veterinary team
• Conduct nurse-led appointments and consultations
• Monitor patients and manage admissions and discharges for procedures as directed by the Vet or Lead Vet
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including pre and post-operative care documentation
• Provide daily patient care including walking, toileting, and feeding
• Manage patient transfers to out-of-hours care providers when required
• Dispense and check medications under veterinary guidance
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and regulatory standards
• Take laboratory samples as directed by the Vet/Lead Vet and manage sample dispatch
• Manage effective stock control, including rotation and disposal of out-of-date products
• Support daily briefings and coordinate activities to ensure efficient clinic operations
• Work collaboratively within a small team to deliver exceptional care to clients, patients, and colleagues

Requirements

• RCVS registered veterinary nurse
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Understanding of nurse-led consultations and their contribution to clinic efficiency
• Strong client care and communication skills
• Coaching and influencing skills to support colleagues
• Willingness to undertake tasks outside normal duties where you have the skills and knowledge

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Full-time fixed-term position
• Manageable 1:6 weekend rota
• Clinical development and mentorship opportunities
• Access to in-house MRI machines and state-of-the-art operating theatres
• Support to expand nursing skills, including Schedule 3 procedures
• Part of a large, connected community across 500+ branches

About the Practice

Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider operating across the UK, Germany, Spain, and France with more than 500 branches and 27 24-hour veterinary centres. The practice is committed to delivering exceptional care through forward-thinking methods and the best available equipment and treatment options.

The Southend clinic is run by a small, dedicated team that works collaboratively to provide outstanding care to patients, clients, and colleagues. The practice values talented, compassionate individuals who want to make a real difference in animal welfare.