IVC Evidensia
Roving Veterinary Nurse - West London/Surrey
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Roving Veterinary Nurse – Integrate, Innovate, Inspire
About the Role
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.
We’re seeking an experienced and dedicated Roving Veterinary Nurse to join our IVC team on a full-time fixed-term contract (12 months). Working flexibly across multiple primary care practices in and around West London and Surrey, this role ensures high-quality general nursing care—supporting teams during busy periods, staff absence, or clinical demand.
This logistically varied but rewarding role is an exciting opportunity for a confident, adaptable, and collaborative nurse who thrives in dynamic environments and loves integrating into diverse teams.
Reporting to the Area Director, you’ll cover a designated region including Ealing, Twickenham, Windsor, Ascot, Woking, Godalming, and New Malden. A monthly car allowance of £375 is provided to support regional travel, with some flexibility in locations based on operational needs.
Why You’ll Make a Difference
As a Roving Veterinary Nurse, you’ll:
- Deliver exellent nursing care across general practice, from admissions/discharges to post-operative recovery.
- Contribute to high-quality client experiences, supporting preventative care clinics and consistent patient management.
- Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons, practice teams, and student nurses, enhancing clinical standards and patient care.
- Maintain accurate records, dispense prescriptions, and support front-desk duties as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with SOPs, health & safety regulations, and infection control protocols.
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This is a 40-hour-per-week role (flexible over 4-5 days), primarily weekday working hours unless occasional weekend/bank holiday cover—compensated via TOIL—is required.
Key Responsibilities
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Patient and Client Care
- Admit and discharge patients, delivering exceptional nursing care across all routine procedures.
- Run nurse-led clinics, providing updated advice on preventative healthcare (vaccinations, दावा, nutrition), product recommendations, and practice policies.
- Assist with surgical procedures, anaesthetic monitoring, diagnostics, lab work, and imaging.
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Operational Support
- Maintain accurate client and patient records; dispense medication, including repeat prescriptions.
- Uphold sterility, cleanliness, and clinical waste protocols—stock control, equipment compliance, and hygiene audits.
- Shadow operational activities (staff appraisals, stock takes, team meetings, CPD reviews).
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Training and Prostatic Work
- Mentor Student Veterinary Nurses, ensuring safeguarding, knowledge transfer, and safe practice.
- Perform Schedule 3 procedures if duly trained and registered.
Are You a Great Fit?
We’re looking for a Roving Veterinarian Nurse with:
✔ RCVS registration ✔ Clinical experience—practical nursing skills in both medical and surgical care, with visible confidence growth. ✔ Exceptional interpersonal skills to build rapid, trusting client relationships and work harmoniously in teams. ✔ Strong organisational abilities to navigate irregular schedules, multi-site workflows, and high-pressure demands. ✔ Adaptability and proactive learning mindset—inspired by innovation and generalists. ✔ Enthusiasm for dynamic change—such as taking clerical roles, compliance checks, or leadership links across several outposts.
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How We’ll Support You
Your growth is our priority. Here’s how we empower your journey at inspiring vet care:
🚀 Career Pathways – Progress into senior nursing or revolution surveillance roles; our flexible system ensures mentorship, coaching, and ‘advanced practice’ progression. 🎓 Continuous Professional Development (CPD) – That, £550 annual allowance + 24hr paid leave for study, and RCVS member subsidies. 🤝 Supportive Culture – Advocacy for personal well-being, peer collaboration, and initiative as contributions to animal grandmotherly standards. 🎁 Family-Friendly – Generous benefits (shared parental leave, private medical, childcare savings).
What You’ll Gain as Part of Our Team
| Enrichment | Detail |
|---|---|
| Leave | 6.6 paid weeks***/Birthday off |
| Development | £550/yearCPD allowance, PFD paid study leave |
| Well-Being | Cash wellness plan, Cycle2Work scheme |
| Health | Private medical insurance |
| Long-Term Support | VDS/RVCS fees, extensive pension, Part-time courses |
| Perks | Discounted vet care; £375 monthly car allowance |
Where Your Impact Begins
Salary: £0 - £0 DOE (to be clarified within £35K range upon full geographic flexibility). Bonus Terms: Up to £35,000 annually + £375/month as mobility coverage.
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