Registered Veterinary Nurse – Edinburgh
About the Role
A veterinary practice is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a friendly and experienced small animal team in Edinburgh.
The position would suit an RVN who enjoys general practice, one-to-one nursing and developing strong relationships with clients, while working within a collaborative clinical team.
The preferred working pattern is 31.17 hours per week, comprising three days from 8:30am–6:30pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturday mornings from 8:30am–12:00pm. Full-time hours of 41.17 hours per week can also be discussed.
There are no out-of-hours requirements, and applications are welcomed from both experienced and newly qualified RVNs.
Salary: Up to £32,000 FTE DOE
Location: Edinburgh
Schedule: 31.17 hours per week preferred, with full-time hours available; 1 in 3 Saturday mornings; no OOH
Benefits: 6.2 weeks' holiday, generous CPD allowance, RCVS fees paid, Health Cash Plan and enhanced family leave
About the Practice
The practice provides community-focused small animal veterinary care from a well-established location in Morningside, Edinburgh, with links to another local practice in East Lothian.
The team is experienced, supportive and focused on providing personalised first-opinion care. Nurses have the opportunity to build relationships with clients and take an active role in their patients' ongoing treatment and wellbeing.
The location offers easy access to Edinburgh's shops, cafés and amenities while also being within reach of the surrounding coastline and countryside.
Professional development is encouraged, with CPD and training support available alongside opportunities for longer-term career progression.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities will include:
Delivering high-quality nursing care to small animal patients
Providing one-to-one nursing and patient support
Supporting general first-opinion consultations and procedures
Assisting Veterinary Surgeons with medical and surgical cases
Monitoring patients throughout treatment and recovery
Supporting patient admissions and discharges
Building strong relationships with clients
Providing clear advice and guidance to pet owners
Maintaining accurate clinical records
Working collaboratively with the wider veterinary team
Maintaining high standards of patient welfare and clinical care
Participating in the 1 in 3 Saturday morning rota
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse, or an eligible newly qualified RVN, with enthusiasm for small animal general practice.
Both newly qualified and experienced nurses are encouraged to apply, making this an opportunity that can accommodate different stages of a veterinary nursing career.
You should enjoy building relationships with clients and working closely with patients throughout their care.
A full driving licence is essential for this position.
Compensation & Benefits
The package includes:
Salary up to £32,000 FTE, dependent on experience
31.17 hours per week preferred
Full-time hours of 41.17 hours per week can be discussed
1 in 3 Saturday mornings, 8:30am–12:00pm
No OOH requirements
6.2 weeks' paid annual holiday
Generous CPD allowance
CPD and training support
RCVS membership paid
One additional professional membership paid
VDS cover
Health Cash Plan
Company sick pay
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
Employee pet care discounts
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping, travel and entertainment discounts and cashback
Annual pay reviews
Employee wellbeing support
Career progression opportunities
Apply Today
If you are looking for Registered Veterinary Nurse jobs in Edinburgh and want a general practice role offering flexible hours, no OOH and opportunities for continued development, applications are welcomed from both experienced and newly qualified RVNs.
For further information or a confidential discussion, contact:
Ollie Lear - Talent Partner
T: 07706 346515
E: ollie@supreme-ss.com