Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse | Kent | Consulting role

Senior Consulting Nurse — Department Lead

Kent  ·  Permanent  ·  Full-time

40 hours across 4 days  ·  1 in 6 Saturday mornings  ·  1 in 12 on-call weekends

A truly rare opportunity for an ambitious RVN to step into a department lead role at a forward-thinking multidisciplinary small animal hospital in Kent. This position is centred around nurse-led consulting, preventative care and the ground-up development of a dedicated feline hospital — a chance to leave a real mark on the future of a progressive practice.

The practice

• Multidisciplinary small animal hospital in Kent
• Advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT imaging and mechanical ventilation
• Access to a diverse team of in-house specialists
• A dedicated feline hospital currently in development — a unique project to be part of from day one
• Collaborative, forward-thinking culture with a genuine commitment to clinical innovation

The role

• Head up the nursing consulting department, setting the bar for nurse-led services
• Design and roll out advanced nurse-led clinics across preventative care, senior wellness, medical management and post-surgical recovery
• Play a central part in shaping a dedicated feline hospital within the existing site
• Take ownership of the in-house laboratory — quality control, diagnostics and workflows
• Support consulting vets during appointments to ensure smooth, high-quality client interactions
• Uphold rigorous infection control and hygiene standards throughout

What we're looking for

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• A track record in nurse-led consulting with strong independent clinical reasoning
• A genuine interest in feline nursing and cat-friendly care
• Leadership experience or a clear readiness to step up into a department lead position
• Hands-on experience with in-house laboratory diagnostics and quality assurance
• Strong communication skills and a calm, professional manner in a busy environment

Benefits

• 4-day working week — 40 hours for a genuine work-life balance
• Weekend rota — 1 in 6 Saturday mornings and 1 in 12 on-call weekends (supplemented)
• Strong CPD support and real career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to help build and shape a dedicated feline hospital from the ground up

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

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