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Registered Veterinary Nurse
Registered Veterinary Nurse – Zetland Vets (Patchway & Filton)
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated [Registered Veterinary Nurse](https://www.rcvs.org.uk/protected/sites/RCVS_www/files/ RoyalCollegeOfVeterinarySurgeons/fulltext/rcvs-code-guide-practice-version4.pdf%20 ThaiCook_16339628.7.pdf) to join our team at Zetland Vets on a full-time basis.
We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of patient care while supporting excellent client experiences. This is a great opportunity for a RVN who enjoys building strong client relationships, working closely with a sole-charge vet, and taking an active role in the day-to-day running of two branches.
Practice Highlights
- Opportunity to work across two intimate practice sites with varied caseloads
- Access to fantastic facilities, including our Catalyst biochemistry analyser and haematology equipment at the Filton site
- Small, close-knit team of like-minded professionals
Your Responsibilities
Key Duties
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences. You’ll:
- Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider team.
- Take sole charge of nursing duties across both locations.
- Provide pet health checks, post-operative checks, second vaccines, anal gland treatments, nail clips, and wellness consultations.
- Ensure quality control and operation of laboratory machines.
- Maintain practice upkeep, including:
- Cleaning schedules
- Date checking
- General administration to boost operational efficiency
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Working Pattern
- 40 hours per week
- 4 or 5 days, between 8 am – 6 pm
- Patchway (Mondays & Wednesdays – consults only)
- Filton (Tuesdays & Fridays – covering ops)
- 8 Saturdays/year (30-minute unpaid lunch), 8:30 am – 5 pm
Requirements & Qualifications
To Be a Great Fit, You’ll Bring:
✔ Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS ✔ Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in:
- Medical nursing
- Surgical nursing ✔ Strong communication skills, including building positive client and colleague relationships ✔ Good organisational skills to manage workload effectively ✔ A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement ✔ Experience working on sole charge ✔ Ability to travel between practice sites
Support & Development
At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing growth and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
- A rewarding role in a supportive primary care environment
- Clear career pathways, including progression into:
- Senior Nurse roles
- Referral nursing
- Leadership and clinical supervision
- Mentoring and certificate programmes
- Ongoing learning and development, supported by experienced colleagues & practice teams
- Values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
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What We Offer
Core Benefits
- 6.6 weeks’ annual leave (with increasing holiday allowance based on length of service).
- Enhanced family-friendly policies including:
- Maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
- Private Medical Insurance
- Employee Wellbeing Initiatives such as:
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- RCVS & VDS fees fully covered
- Pension scheme
- Discounted veterinary care
- £550 CPD allowance + 24hrs paid leave
Voluntary Benefits
Choose from a range of flexible benefits, including:
- Access to Green Cars salary sacrifice
- Discounts & cashback with over 500 retailers
Remuneration
£0 - £0 (*Note: The role is filled through intended DOE of £31,000) (Note: Salary is equivocal to industry standards at an entry-level with career progression potential.)
Potential Career Growth
Whether you’re just starting out or aiming to take the next step, inspiring vet care provides: ✅ Supportive guidance ✅ World-class learning resources ✅ Ambition requirements
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