Registered Veterinary Nurse

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, were trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners. We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Bilton Veterinary Centre on a full-time basis. Bilton Veterinary Centre is a long-established, single-site small animal practice in Rugby, proudly serving the local community for over 75 years. We are a friendly, supportive team with a strong reputation for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent client service. Our well-equipped practice includes five consulting rooms, two sterile theatres, dedicated dental suites, digital and dental radiography, ultrasound with cardiac probes, in-house laboratory equipment, ECG, and a newly refurbished isolation suite. As an ISFM Cat Friendly accredited practice, we are committed to providing a calm and comfortable environment for our patients. Practice Highlights * Long-established small animal practice serving the Rugby community for over 75 years * Single-site practice with no branch work * Well-equipped facilities including two sterile theatres, dental suites, ultrasound, ECG and in-house laboratory equipment * ISFM Cat Friendly accredited practice with a strong focus on patient comfort and welfare How You’ll Make a Difference As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences. You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice. Working Pattern * 40 hours per week * 4-day working week, with shifts between 8:00am and 7:30pm * Weekend work is shared fairly across the team, with Saturday clinics running until 1:00pm and inpatient care supported until 4:30pm * No out-of-hours requirements, with care transferred to a dedicated provider outside of these hours General Responsibilities * Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload * Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing * Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery * Run and support nurse-led clinics, promoting preventative healthcare and client education You Might Be a Great Fit If... We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring: * Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS * Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing * Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues * Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively * A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement How We’ll Support You At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: * A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment * Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways * Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams * A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement What We Offer Our Team * 6.6 weeks annual leave * Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service * Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay * Private Medical Insurance * Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme * £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave * RCVS and VDS fees covered * Pension scheme * Discounted veterinary care * Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Up to £32,000 DOE J-18808-Ljbffr