Equine Head Nurse
Knutsford, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
Job Description
Ashbrook Equine Hospital is a busy, modern facility providing exceptional care to a wide range of equine patients, from elite sports horses to family companions. Our hospital is equipped with a large operating theatre, advanced diagnostic imaging suite (including digital radiography, ultrasonography and video endoscopy), an isolation unit, and a standing MRI scanner. We also offer fresh, frozen, and chilled AI services, together with stallion semen collection.
We are seeking a self-motivated, experienced
Equine Head Nurse
to lead our dedicated nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about equine care and team leadership.Key Responsibilities:
Manage and organise the nursing team, including daily clinical work allocation and out-of-hours rota Provide line management for nursing staff, including holiday approval, sickness recording, and return-to-work interviews Maintain high standards of inpatient and day patient care, theatre nursing, imaging and out-of-hours duties Ensure compliance with equipment maintenance schedules and laboratory machine quality control Promote a positive, collaborative working environment and uphold clinical standards across all areas
About You:
Exceptional horse-handling skills and a commitment to patient care Previous experience in equine nursing and ideally in a leadership or line management role Ability to work on-site out-of-hours on a 1:6 rota (depending on team numbers) following training Enthusiastic, organised, and able to motivate and support a team
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits Opportunities for professional development and funded CPD A supportive, friendly team environment within a well-equipped hospital
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD4548151
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusFull Time
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Job LocationKnutsford, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
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EducationNot mentioned