BVS Veterinary Recruitment Agency
Harry Pilkington

Night Registered Veterinary Nurse | Somerset

Job description

Night Registered Veterinary Nurse

Somerset  ·  Permanent  ·  Full-time

4 nights on, 7 off, 3 nights on, 7 off  ·  19:00–08:30  ·  Salary dependent on experience

An exciting opportunity for an experienced RVN to join a busy out-of-hours team at a well-regarded veterinary hospital in Somerset. Working in partnership with a dedicated regional emergency provider, you'll be part of a team delivering exceptional overnight emergency and critical care from a fully equipped, RCVS-accredited hospital.

The practice

  • Busy veterinary hospital in Somerset with a small branch practice nearby
  • Partnership with a dedicated out-of-hours emergency provider covering the wider region
  • RCVS-accredited hospital fully equipped for emergency and critical care
  • Friendly, supportive team with a genuine passion for animal welfare

The role

  • Work alongside the night vet providing inpatient care and supporting OOH surgery and anaesthesia
  • Supported by a twilight team member for appointments, triage and infection control
  • Varied caseload including trauma, toxin ingestion, blocked bladders, GDVs, C-sections and more
  • Rolling rota: 4 nights on, 7 off, 3 nights on, 7 off
  • Shifts run 19:00–08:30

What we're looking for

  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A genuine passion for animal care and welfare

Benefits

  • Salary dependent on experience
  • 6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays (pro rata)
  • RCVS and VDS fees covered
  • Generous CPD allowance
  • Enhanced sick, maternity and paternity pay
  • Pension scheme

Apply below or get in touch with Harry on 07758 963901 for more details.