Job Description

Coombefield Veterinary Hospital are delighted to open applications for a confident, motivated Deputy Head Nurse to join our team on a full time basis. If you are looking to develop your career in a busy, well-equipped RCVS accredited Veterinary Hospital in Axminster Devon, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The Role

We are looking for someone to join our team for 32 hours per week, including a weekend rota, as a Deputy Head Nurse. Our ideal candidate would be an existing Deputy Head Nurse or experienced RVN, preferably with 3 years or more experience, and you will be working alongside our Head Nurse and one other existing Deputy Head Nurse. This role will involve clinical and administrative work.

The roles and responsibilities of this position include:

Deputise in the absence of the Head RVN, managing all aspects of the nursing team Set standards in terms of professional conduct
Ensure the highest standard of patient care is delivered and maintained Role model and advocate excellent teamwork
*Support the Head RVN in the smooth running of the hospital, being available to direct the team and allocate duties appropriately
*Support the Head RVN in other projects involving the nursing team and running of the hospital
*Support the Head RVN and ensure job standards and SOP's are current and they are followed at all times.
*Support the Head RVN to ensure the 'Practice Standards Scheme' and 'Health & Safety Folder' are reviewed regularly and updated as necessary and that all new policies are instigated
*Lead, inspire and manage our student nurses and VCAs. Ensuring competencies are reached and work is allocated appropriately.
Support new starters to the VN team with their induction and clinical competencies Clinical coaching of SVNs and support of other clinical coaches in the practice as needed *Clinical governance and auditing
*Oversee and ensure the efficient daily running of the in-house laboratory
*The ability to inspire, lead and motivate staff is essential

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to 32,400.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person