Job Description

Are you a passionate and experienced RVN ready to take the lead? Do you want a role where you can truly make a difference and put your full range of nursing skills to use? Telford clinic are looking for a Lead RVN to join their team.



As a lead nurse in Telford you will have shared responsibility for the clinics clinical and financial performance line manage a team of 2 RVN's, 2 SVN's.



Our Telford clinic is a well-equipped, modern facility featuring one theatre, four consult rooms, a dedicated diagnostic room, and a dental suite. This layout allows our team to deliver high-quality care in a supportive and efficient environment.

About animal Trust

Animal Trust stands out from other veterinary services. Firstly, we are a unique non-profit, Community Interest Company. Our primary focus isn't solely on maximising profits; instead, we are dedicated to delivering on our mission and ensuring enough profit to sustain our business in the long term.

Our vision is clear:

No pet should go untreated or face euthanasia when there is a viable treatment option. We firmly believe that pet ownership should be accessible to all, acknowledging that individuals earning the Real Living Wage may encounter challenges in affording veterinary care when their pet falls ill. In response, we aim to assist. Our free consultations and transparent pricing enable our vets and nurses to break down the barriers that stand in the way of pets receiving the treatment they need

Key role responsibilities:

Able to carry out all aspects of nursing. Actively encourage staff development, mentoring and best practice. Be experienced in carrying out 1-2-1 meetings with staff members. You will be a clinical coach or want to become a clinical coach with support. Have experience in rota management or be keen to develop this skillset. Happy to oversee clinic compliance such as Health and Safety and RCVS Practice Standards scheme criteria. Oversee stock management within the clinic. Carry out regular staff meetings. Have good commercial awareness with a tenacity to grow caseload, allowing more pets to access great, but affordable healthcare.

Hours:

40 hours



4 day week



Monday - Friday - No weekends

Benefits:

6 weeks holiday, including bank holidays CPD funded 52 Weeks sickness benefit and free Employee assistance program -- awarded after qualifying period Enhanced maternity and paternity package Contributory pension scheme RCVS and VDS fees paid Access to counselling support including mental health, financial and life counselling after 12 months of service Cycle to work scheme Store discounts with Vivup Staff discount E-Car Scheme * Refer-a-Friend bonus