We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join us at First Vets.
This opportunity is a full-time role, working on a rota basis, including Saturdays, and will be working across 3 sites (Heaton, Forrest Hall and North Shields).
This position offers a salary of up to £30,000 FTE, dependent on experience, plus benefits.
You will be joining our established team and will enjoy being part of a friendly, welcoming and supportive practice. We are well equipped, with up-to-date equipment, are forward-thinking, and this role offers all aspects of general practice nursing.
We support our Nurses to deliver care at its best, and as a result, we are proud to say there are many opportunities and pathways for Nurses within our wider group! If you are looking to progress into leadership or management within a practice or perhaps something remote based, we can support you.
We have recently launched “CVS Nursing Career Pathway” intending to demonstrate clear career progression for nurses across first opinion, referral and equine practices. You can have lifelong career here, regardless of what your current interest is!
The role…
* Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
* Support and collaborate with your peers
* Provide high-quality nursing care to a variety of patients
* Assist our Vets during surgical and medical procedures
* Monitor and support the recovery of patients post-surgery
* Contribute to the efficient running of the practice, including inventory management and client communication
You'll bring…
* Must be RCVS registered
* A passion for animal care and welfare
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Why us?
Our friendly and experienced veterinary team provide the highest quality of veterinary care, surgery and treatment – along with regular check-ups and routine procedures.
The 3 practices that you will work across are all located within close proximity and have excellent transport links with Newcastle-upon-Tyne, other large cities and the coast, so there are always plenty of things to do with your days off.
Salary and Hours:
The salary is up to £30,000 depending on experience, plus benefits. This is a full-time role, working on a rota basis, including Saturdays, and will be working across 3 sites (Heaton, Forrest Hall and North Shields).
Our rewards package includes:
* Dedicated CPD support and access to a suite of internal courses developed by our in-house learning & development team of Vets and Nurses
* Free Knowledge Hub offering over 260 courses and 235 webinars covering a variety of clinical and non-clinical topics
* Wellbeing initiatives including access to over 280 wellbeing champions across our group
* Other Health and Wellbeing benefits include the Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounted Gym Membership
* Forward-thinking policies including fertility treatment, Pregnancy Loss, extended sick pay, enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave
* CVS Save as your earn scheme – purchase discounted shares in the company and benefit from the Group's increase in share price over that time!
* Health cash plans, discounted critical illness cover, 8 weeks' pay to support exceptional life events, private medical insurance available after the first month of service at discounted rates
* Practice Bonus Scheme
* Giving Back Day – a chance to volunteer for a charity/cause of your choice
* Workplace Pension
* Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
* RCVS and VDS support
* Discounted Treatment for your Pet/s
To apply…
To arrange a confidential chat or a visit to the practice to meet the team for an informal chat and cuppa, please contact Dave at 07780 436 395 / david.vaughan@cvsvets.com. You can also reach out directly to our Group Practice Manager, Hazel Bone at Hazel.Bone@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk.
If you're looking for a rewarding career with a supportive and dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you!
CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.
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