Description
Head Veterinary Nurse - Twickenham
- Culture is at the centre of what they do, a very close knit and supportive team who prioritise a strong team dynamic
- Start of the art equipment with a varied caseload guaranteed
- Opportunity for progression into leadership and senior management working closely with the Director
- Fantastic, competitive salary of up to £45,000!
Our fantastic client is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to work at a new, fantastic, and growing independent veterinary practice located in South West London just a stones throw away from Twickenham.
Duties:
• Providing compassionate nursing care to small animal patients, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with examinations and procedures, and educating pet owners on animal health and care.
• You'll be ready to use your expertise, communicate confidently across the team and take ownership of your clinical and customer facing areas.
• You will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the work of the nursing staff to ensure efficient patient care and excellent client service.
• This includes developing and implementing nursing protocols and procedures to maintain high standards of patient care, as well as providing hands-on nursing care for critical or complex cases as needed.
• You will also train and mentor the junior nurses to develop their skills and knowledge.
• Additionally, you will manage nursing staff schedules, time off requests, and performance reviews, serving as a liaison between the nursing team and vets to facilitate communication and problem-solving.
The close-knit, supportive team consists of 2 experienced veterinary surgeons, 1 Registered Veterinary Nurse, and 2 Veterinary Care Assistants. The director's goal is to foster a family-like atmosphere where everyone works collaboratively to provide exceptional care.
The town's strategic location provides excellent connectivity, with convenient rail and road links making it easy to access central London. Whether you're drawn to the town's rich past or its modern cultural offerings, the area promises an engaging experience just a short distance from the bustle of the capital.
Additional Benefits:
• Salary up to £45,000!
• 6.6 weeks annual leave incl. bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• CPD and non-clinical expert support on-hand and tailored to you
• No OOH - opening hours 08:30-18:30 and 1 in 4 Sat (mornings only)
• RCVS & VDS paid
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To hear more about this fantastic opportunity, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or send your up-to-date CV to [email protected]
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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.