Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

This full-time RVN position offers the opportunity to work in a progressive small animal practice where nursing excellence meets clinical innovation. Based in Solihull, you'll join a team of 9 RVNs, 1 SVN, and 1 VCA supporting 6.5 vets across a comprehensive caseload. The practice holds particular expertise in internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, surgery, and anaesthesia, performing advanced procedures including laparoscopic surgery, endoscopy, and orthopaedic work including TPLOs and BOAS surgeries.

With a commitment to zero pain protocols, the practice uses local anaesthetics in nearly all procedures and handles complex cases including extensive rabbit medicine work. You'll work 37.5 hours per week with no on-call requirement and a manageable 1 in 9 weekend rota (Saturday 8.30am to 6pm, Sunday 9.30am to 4pm).

The nursing team are actively involved in all clinical areas: scrubbing into theatre, managing complex anaesthetics, supporting medical investigations, and delivering nurse clinic appointments. The practice is committed to supporting all staff with CPD and further professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with clinical and non-clinical teams to deliver high standards of patient and customer care
• Manage appointment bookings professionally and efficiently using RX Works
• Greet clients and their pets, demonstrating sensitivity to their needs and maintaining a professional image
• Comply with all practice policies, procedures, and Health and Safety Regulations
• Calculate and administer medications, maintaining accurate records
• Assist veterinary surgeons during surgical procedures
• Prepare, identify, and record radiography results
• Take full ownership of assigned tasks and responsibilities

Requirements

• Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification
• Confident in veterinary nursing skills with excellent customer service and communication abilities
• Effective team player with ability to use own initiative when required
• Friendly, down-to-earth approach with genuine commitment to animal welfare
• Fast learner willing to engage with a broad range of cases
• Interest in Clinical Coaching, supervising student nurses, or supporting others is advantageous (training provided if interested)

Benefits

• Salary: £31,500
• CPD allowance and support
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Enhanced holiday allowance of 6.6 weeks plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Free gym membership to PureGym
• Webinar Vet subscription
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS, BVNA, etc.)
• Option for subsidised private healthcare
• Exclusive company discounts including 20% off at Vets4Pets, Pets at Home, and the Groom Room

About the Practice

Vets for Pets in Solihull is a progressive small animal practice supporting the local community with a commitment to advanced clinical standards. The team includes vets with specialist qualifications: internal medicine and diagnostic imaging certificate holders, a surgery certificate holder, and a vet with a Masters in anaesthesia and analgesia.

The practice is fully equipped with advanced facilities including laparoscopic surgery, endoscopy, ultrasonography, digital dental radiography, Doppler BP monitoring, capnography, pulse oximetry, acupuncture, and K-laser therapy. There is a strong emphasis on pain management, working towards zero pain qualification standards and implementing local anaesthetic protocols across procedures. The practice values diversity, inclusivity, and the professional development of all team members.