Veterinary Nurse

As a Nurse you will be accountable for the clinical delivery of nurse led appointments and will be required to support the Vet with procedures as required ensuring we deliver exceptional care always there to our clients patients and colleagues whilst maintaining the highest levels of regulatory and operational standards and compliance.

Remuneration

per annum dependent on experience.

The Opportunity

Medivet Acton is a true part of the local community with a thriving client base that has grown through word of mouth.

We are currently seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our closeknit team and continue our success! The Acton practice is situated within close proximity to our 24 hour Richmond hospital you have access to advanced diagnostics including CT and ensures short transfer times for our overnight patients.

Our caseload is diverse and interesting and our practice culture is a point of pride for us : our shared ethos and teamwork enables us to deliver to a high standard.

This role provides a great work life balance as t his permanent role and can be flexible to suit the candidate. The shift pattern 20 hours per week and a share of the weekend rota.

If you would like more information for a friendly initial conversation please contact

Responsibilities

Client care :

Deliver exceptional care to clients each and every day.

Patient care :

Support the vet with any operations or procedures when required.

Carry out nurse led appointments.

Responsible for patient monitoring and care.

Manage admissions and discharges for procedures as directed by the Vet or Lead Vet (depending on complexity).

Ensure patient records are accurate and up to date. Ensure all pre or post operation activity is completed.

Provide everyday care for patients by carrying out appropriate walking toileting and feeding.

Complete any patient transfers required to out of hours (OOH) care provider or for any enhanced care required.

Responsible for dispensing and checking any medication required. All patient care is carried out under the guidance of the Vet / Lead Vet in line with clinical competence

Standards and Compliance :

Accountable for clinical compliance with all regulatory and practice standards and agreed ways of working.

Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Commercial performance :

Maximise the adoption of nurse led appointments to deliver patient care and maximise the capacity of the clinic.

Communications :

Hold daily briefings and coordinate roles and activity to support the effective running of the clinic.

Clinical administration :

Take samples as required by and under the direction of the Vet / Lead Vet.

Package and send off lab tests.

Effective stock management including stock rotation managing out of date products and stock to shelf.

Escalate any issues to the Practice Manager and / or Vet / Lead Vet as required.

Ensure the back of house is set up and ready for procedures.

Skills knowledge and experience

Must be an RCVS registered nurse.

Able to work as part of a team.

Supports nurse consults and understands how this contributes to the performance and efficient operation of the clinic.

Able to deliver exceptional care to clients.

Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of each and every colleague.

Our clinics are run by small teams who need to work together effectively to deliver exceptional care to our clients patients and colleagues. This means that from time to time you may be required to carry out tasks outside your normal duties where you have the skills knowledge and experience required

Key Skills

Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Experience Administering Injections,Library Services,Ventilator,Medical Imaging,Catheterization,Medication Administration

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 30 - 35000