Registered Veterinary Nurse – Small Animal
Location: Broadstairs, Kent
Salary: Up to £31,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week
Weekend: 1 in 6 weekends
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse in Broadstairs, Kent, to join a progressive and supportive small animal team.
The role offers 40 hours per week with a 1 in 6 weekend rota, alongside excellent opportunities to develop clinically within a practice expanding towards a 24-hour service.
The successful RVN will be an integral part of the daytime nursing team, providing high-quality patient care across a varied caseload. The role includes opportunities to work across anaesthetic monitoring, medical nursing, nurse clinics and surgical nursing.
About the Practice
The practice is part of an established independent veterinary group with a strong focus on high-quality clinical care, professional development and supporting its teams.
The practice provides first-opinion surgery alongside orthopaedic procedures, giving RVNs the opportunity to build and refine their surgical nursing skills.
The experienced clinical team includes multiple RVNs and certificate-holding Veterinary Surgeons, supported by highly trained Veterinary Care Assistants, a dedicated client care team and experienced hospital management.
The facility provides access to modern, high-quality clinical equipment, supporting the team in delivering excellent standards of patient care.
Responsibilities
Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to small animal patients.
Monitor anaesthesia and support patients throughout surgical procedures.
Deliver medical nursing and inpatient care.
Conduct nurse-led clinics where appropriate.
Assist with first-opinion and orthopaedic surgical procedures.
Respond confidently to emergency situations.
Monitor patient progress and maintain accurate clinical records.
Support Veterinary Surgeons during medical and surgical cases.
Work collaboratively with RVNs, VCAs, Veterinary Surgeons and support colleagues.
Contribute to clinical coaching and support the development of colleagues where appropriate.
Maintain consistently high standards of patient welfare.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse who:
Holds current RCVS registration.
Has strong general small animal nursing experience.
Is confident with anaesthesia monitoring and medical nursing.
Has an interest in surgical nursing and patient care.
Can respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Demonstrates a compassionate and empathetic approach.
Is proactive about CPD and career development.
Enjoys working collaboratively within a busy clinical environment.
An RVN with an interest in orthopaedic nursing, emergency care or clinical coaching may particularly enjoy the opportunities available within the role.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary up to £31,000 per annum, dependent on experience
40 hours per week
1 in 6 weekends
Opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art clinical environment
Access to high-quality clinical equipment
Supportive and collaborative team
Generous CPD and development opportunities
Certificate support
Career progression opportunities
Opportunities for clinical coaching and mentoring
Exposure to first-opinion and orthopaedic surgery
Varied medical and surgical caseload
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN seeking Veterinary Nurse jobs in Broadstairs or East Kent who wants to develop their clinical skills within a supportive and progressive environment.
The varied caseload provides exposure to medical nursing, anaesthesia, nurse clinics, first-opinion surgery and orthopaedics, ensuring no two days are the same.
The practice is also developing towards a 24-hour service, creating exciting opportunities for RVNs who want to expand their experience in emergency and inpatient care.
With a £31,000 salary, 40-hour week, 1 in 6 weekends and strong CPD and certificate support, the role offers excellent scope for both clinical development and long-term career progression.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a Veterinary Nurse job in Broadstairs or East Kent, with a varied caseload, modern facilities and genuine opportunities for professional development, this could be an excellent next step.
Contact:
Ollie Lear - Talent Partner
T: 07706 346515
E: ollie@supreme-ss.com