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Register Veterinary Nurse
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Location & Contract
- Location: Hastings
- Practice Type: First opinion (small animal)
- Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
- Salary: Competitive (£32,000 DOE)
- Hours: Average 40 per week
About the Role
At CVS, caring is central to everything we do. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you’ll play a pivotal role in fostering pet wellness, monitoring patient health, supporting recovery, and providing reassurance to pet owners—because for us, caring goes beyond a job; it’s fundamental.
We prioritise our team’s growth and wellbeing. With industry-leading training, developmental support, and career progression, you’ll thrive in an environment that encourages continuous learning and confidence-building.
Life at Coopers Vets (Hastings)
Joining our practice means supporting a passionate team of vets, nurses, PCAs, and receptionists. Our facilities are equipped to deliver exceptional care, and our culture thrives on collaboration, support, and a commitment to outstanding animal welfare. Expect a friendly, dynamic workplace where teamwork fosters excellent outcomes for both patients and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to contribute to our team. In this role, you will:
- Deliver exceptional care to patients and their owners daily.
- Support the successful clinical outcomes of patient treatment as a core team member.
- Maintain high-quality standards by ensuring the practice remains clean, organised, and exceptional in every aspect of patient care.
- Embrace ongoing learning and professional development, leveraging CVS training, opportunity allowances, and advanced qualifications.
- Sustain a positive team culture—fostering a supportive, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all staff.
- Hone your communication skills to build trust with clients, colleagues, and the pets under care through clear, confident interactions (both written and verbal).
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Requirements
- Registered as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS (Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons).
- Passionate dedication to veterinary care and animal welfare.
- Strong ability to communicate effectively, balancing empathy with professionalism.
- Adaptability and problem-solving expertise to handle varied clinical challenges.
- A collaborative attitude, thriving within a team environment.
- Willingness to uphold high standards in hygiene, patient safety, and practice operations.
(Typically, this role may require proven employers to trust ability to work unsupervised, comply with security and confidentiality rules, and demonstrate knowledge of relevant regulations and safety standards.)
The Benefits of Joining CVS
At CVS, we believe in investing in people to ensure our patients receive the best possible care. As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
Professional Development & Growth
- Full payment of RCVS registration fees.
- Generous CPD (Continuing Professional Development) allowance, plus access to the Knowledge Hub, BSAVA library, and advanced, funded training.
- An excellent Nursing Career Pathway with clear progression opportunities.
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Work-Life Balance
- Up to 33 days holiday, including options to buy/sell extra leave.
Wellbeing & Support
- Health cash plan for personal health needs.
- Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support.
- Wellbeing Champions network for fostering mental and physical health.
- Enhanced family leave policies.
Exclusive Perks
- 50% discount on staff pet care services, plus cheap MiPet food and medicines.
- Support from HR, payroll, IT, finance, and procurement teams to ensure your practice runs smoothly.
- Ongoing investment in premium facilities with dedicated funding for practice enhancements.
Why Join CVS?
We’re dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to succeed. Our culture embraces inclusivity, equity, and diverse perspectives, ensuring every voice is heard.
We provide a balanced approach to wellbeing, offering regular line-manager check-ins, network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral and peer mentorship, and support no matter your level (e.g., clinical or admin).
CVS empowers teams to dedicate time to what drives them through tailored operational support—whether that’s focus on patient care or other practice essentials. Together, we create an environment that delivers excellence for both animals and people.
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