Registered Veterinary Nurse - Independent Practice
Up to £39,000 DOE + CPD support
Full-time | Permanent – 4-day week
Muswell Hill, North London
Are you an RVN looking for a genuinely independent practice where your experience and ideas are valued?
Do you enjoy a busy, hands-on clinical environment where no two days are the same?
Looking for a practice where you can develop your own nursing interests while being part of a close-knit team?
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a long-established, family-run veterinary practice in Muswell Hill.
Established in the 1970s, this independent practice has built a strong reputation within the local community and has an exceptionally loyal team, with several members of staff having been with the practice for many years.
The practice is currently undergoing an exciting refurbishment and expansion, creating additional space for the team, new services and dedicated nurse clinics.
The Role
This is a varied RVN position within a busy first-opinion practice, offering plenty of opportunity to get involved across the full nursing role.
Anaesthesia and surgical nursing will form a significant part of your day, from preparing patients and administering medications through to anaesthetic monitoring, record keeping and post-operative care. You will also support with admissions and discharges, laboratory work and the smooth running of the daily operations list.
The team are looking for someone who is confident working at pace, able to use their initiative and happy to get stuck in wherever needed.
Key responsibilities will include:
Preparing patients for surgical procedures
Supporting and monitoring anaesthesia
Maintaining accurate anaesthetic and patient records
Preparing medications and supporting peri-operative care
Assisting with surgical procedures and patient discharge
Running routine laboratory tests, including urine analysis
Supporting the wider veterinary team with daily caseload management
Communicating confidently with clients regarding patient care
Contributing to the development of nursing services within the practice
Develop Your Nursing Interests
The practice is keen to support its nurses in developing areas of individual interest wherever possible.
As the current refurbishment progresses, there will be greater scope to develop dedicated nurse clinics, with areas such as diabetic, renal and geriatric care already being considered.
There will also be opportunities to develop your clinical skills and potentially take on additional responsibilities as the practice grows.
For an experienced RVN, there is potential to progress into a senior or head nurse position in the future, alongside opportunities to support and coach Student Veterinary Nurses.
The Practice
This is a busy, independent veterinary practice with a genuinely family-run feel.
The team currently consists of six Veterinary Surgeons, six Registered Veterinary Nurses and two VCAs, creating a close-knit environment where everyone plays an important role in keeping the practice running smoothly.
The practice manages a broad first-opinion caseload, with nurses able to remain heavily involved throughout the patient journey rather than simply handing cases over elsewhere.
The current refurbishment and extension will provide additional clinical space and allow the team to expand the services available to both patients and clients.
The Team & Culture
One of the biggest strengths of the practice is its people.
There is a strong sense of loyalty and long-term commitment, with several members of the team having been at the practice for a decade or significantly longer, and some approaching 30 years.
The culture is friendly, informal and supportive, with strong relationships across the team despite the fast-paced nature of the practice.
They are looking for someone who will contribute positively to this environment — someone who works well with others, is happy to take responsibility, communicates confidently with clients and responds constructively to feedback.
Working Pattern
Full-time permanent position
4-day working week
Approximately 40 hours per week
Saturdays on rotation
The Individual
RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
Confident and capable across the core nursing role
Comfortable working within a busy first-opinion environment
Keen to develop clinically and contribute to the wider practice
Experienced RVNs and those earlier in their careers are encouraged to apply
What's in it for you?
Salary up to £39,000 depending on experience and competencies
4-day working week
Support for relevant CPD and further training
Opportunities to develop nursing clinics and areas of clinical interest
Potential future progression into senior/head nurse responsibilities
Supportive, family-run independent practice
Long-standing and friendly team
Exciting opportunities as the practice's refurbishment and expansion progresses
Location
Based in Muswell Hill, North London, the practice is well placed for candidates commuting from across North London and the surrounding areas, including Highgate, Crouch End, Finchley, Hornsey, Wood Green, Bounds Green and surrounding areas.
Want to apply or find out more?
Once you submit your CV, you’ll be contacted with feedback and the option for an informal, no-obligation chat.
Feel free to call Carina Walker on 02393 877 350 for more information, although please note that information may be limited without a CV.
Recommendations
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