BVS Veterinary Recruitment Agency
Harry Pilkington

Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse | Merseyside | Permanent

Job description

Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse / Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse

Permanent | Full Time | Merseyside

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Head Nurse to join a busy and expanding nursing team in Merseyside. This role is ideal for an experienced RVN who enjoys leadership responsibility while remaining hands-on clinically, and who is motivated by delivering consistently high standards of patient care and client service.

Working closely with the Head Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day clinical operations of the practice, helping to drive efficiency, governance, and continuous improvement across nursing activities. This is a varied, rewarding position within a supportive and forward-thinking team environment.

The Role

  • Support the Head Nurse with clinical leadership and team coordination
  • Maintain high standards of patient care, compliance, and clinical governance
  • Hands-on nursing across consultations, inpatient care, and theatre
  • Encourage a positive team culture and support the development of colleagues
  • Contribute ideas to improve workflows and clinical standards

Working Pattern

  • Full-time role, typically 40 hours over 4 days
  • 9-hour shifts with a mix of consulting, surgical, and inpatient duties
  • 1-in-4 weekend rota
  • Duty nights included on a rotational basis
  • Flexible working options available and open to discussion

Benefits

  • Salary up to £36,000 per annum
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • Compassionate leave
  • CPD allowance
  • Plus much more!

This role would suit an RVN looking to take the next step in their career while remaining clinically involved within a supportive and ambitious team.

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