Registered Veterinary Nurse – Mapperley, Nottingham
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a modern, forward-thinking small animal practice in Mapperley, Nottingham.
Salary: £27,000–£32,000, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time preferred, flexible working patterns considered
Weekend rota: 1 in 4 weekends
This role is ideal for an RVN who wants to feel valued, supported and empowered to use their full nursing skill set.
The practice is open to flexible working arrangements, whether that means a four-day working week or five shorter days, helping the successful candidate achieve a sustainable work-life balance.
About the Practice
The practice is an established and supportive small animal service in Mapperley, with a team comprising six Veterinary Surgeons, three RVNs, one SVN and six Receptionists.
The team places strong emphasis on colleague wellbeing and creating an enjoyable working environment where people genuinely support one another. New ideas are welcomed, and the practice actively looks for ways to maintain a relaxed, positive and fulfilling workplace.
The practice is accredited under the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme and holds Gold ISFM Cat Friendly status, reflecting a commitment to high clinical and welfare standards.
The practice also benefits from modern technology and a broad range of clinical expertise, including:
Laparoscopic spaying
Dental X-ray
Capnography
Colleagues with certificates or working towards certificates in Surgery, Exotics and Imaging
Opportunities to develop Schedule 3 skills
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality veterinary nursing care across medical and surgical cases.
Support surgical procedures and anaesthesia.
Provide comprehensive inpatient care.
Conduct nurse consultations.
Participate in daily operating, inpatient and consulting roles.
Use and develop Schedule 3 skills where appropriately trained.
Support the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.
Maintain excellent standards of patient welfare and client care.
Communicate effectively with clients and the wider clinical team.
Contribute to the development of practice standards and services.
Take an active interest in practice operations and team development.
Participate in CPD and pursue individual areas of clinical interest.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a confident Registered Veterinary Nurse who is comfortable across the full range of nursing responsibilities.
They should enjoy the variety of working across theatre, inpatients and consultations, with the confidence to use their nursing skills fully.
Strong communication and organisational skills are important, alongside a genuine commitment to patient and client care.
The practice would particularly suit an RVN who wants to regain their enthusiasm for veterinary nursing, develop clinically or work within a team where nurses are genuinely valued.
An interest in developing Schedule 3 skills and taking an active role in the practice's continued growth would be welcomed.
Compensation & Benefits
£27,000–£32,000 salary, depending on experience
Full-time role with flexible working patterns
Four-day or five-shorter-day options considered
1 in 4 weekend rota
Regular CPD opportunities
Potential support for certificates
Contributory pension scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
20% discount across the Pets at Home Group
Additional discounts with high street retailers
Gym membership discounts
Supportive and friendly working environment
Strong focus on colleague wellbeing and work-life balance
Opportunities to develop Schedule 3 skills
Exposure to colleagues with specialist interests in surgery, exotics and imaging
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN looking for Veterinary Nurse jobs in Mapperley or Nottingham who wants more than simply another nursing position.
The practice actively encourages nurses to use their skills, take ownership of their clinical role and develop professionally, while providing a supportive environment where wellbeing and work-life balance are genuinely valued.
With modern equipment, Gold Cat Friendly accreditation, Schedule 3 development opportunities and colleagues with specialist clinical interests, there is plenty of scope to grow your career.
Apply Today
If you are a Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a modern, supportive practice in Mapperley or Nottingham, with flexible working options and a team that genuinely values its nurses, this could be an excellent next step.
Contact:
Ollie Lear - Talent Partner
T: 07706 346515
E: ollie@supreme-ss.com