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Head Veterinary Nurse - Guildford
• Fantastic Head RVN role at a RCVS accredited small animal practice in Guildford
• Recently refurbished with state-of-the-art equipment including digital x-rays, an in-house laboratory, ultrasound, two operating theatres, and dedicated wards for cats, dogs, and isolated cases
• No OOH
• Generous benefits package including a salary of £32,500
Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse eager to take the next step in your career? An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Head Nurse at a thriving, RCVS-accredited small animal practice in Guildford. Nestled in the heart of Surrey, Guildford is a picturesque riverside town known for its historic charm, cobbled streets, and the iconic Guildhall clock. The town offers a vibrant mix of history, culture, and modern amenities, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.
The practice itself boasts a spacious and modern environment, having recently undergone refurbishment. It is fully equipped with cutting-edge facilities, including digital x-rays, an in-house laboratory, ultrasound, two operating theatres, and dedicated wards for cats, dogs, and isolated cases.
As Head Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding care to patients and exceptional service to clients. Your responsibilities will include supporting surgical and medical procedures, performing nurse-led appointments and Schedule 3 activities, and ensuring the smooth operation of pre- and post-procedure care. Beyond your clinical duties, you will lead by example, using your coaching and influencing skills to foster a supportive and high-performing team environment.
To excel in this role, you must be RCVS-registered, with proven experience in delivering high-quality patient and client care. Confidence in conducting nurse consultations and a strong understanding of how these contribute to practice efficiency and performance are essential. Leadership skills and a passion for nurturing the professional development of colleagues are also highly valued.
If you're ready to sink your teeth into an exciting new challenge and contribute to a dynamic and compassionate team, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch today to explore this fantastic opportunity further.
The Role:
• Full Time role - 40 hour week
• 1:6 full weekends or 1:3 Saturdays
• No OOH
Benefits:
• Competitive salary of £32,500
• Health cash plan (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service
• Life Assurance 3 x salary
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays rising to 6 with length of service
• An additional Day for You', a paid day's leave for you to use as you wish
• Clinical CPD: £750 per year plus 2 days' paid leave
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
• Funded certificate opportunities
• VDS and RCVS fees paid
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discount
To apply please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email a copy of your up-to-date CV to [email protected]
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: J88223/LS
