Job Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Rhyd Broughton Veterinary Group, Wrexham, Wrexham, Wales
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Up to 30,200 DOE
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Looking for a practice to join and grow with? Come and join us in North Wales

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The Role

We are currently looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly nursing team at our practice in Wrexham, North Wales. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week over 5 days a week with 1 in 5 weekends working Saturday and Sunday. The role consists of working in a busy Veterinary Practice within a large team of Registered Veterinary Nurses, Veterinary Surgeons, Student Veterinary Nurses, and Animal Nursing Assistants. We are a RVN Training practice with two clinical coaches on site.###

About Us

We are a busy, fast paced practice and we are very well equipped with ultrasound, endoscope, bronchoscope, digital x-ray facilities and ECG and equipped with a large in-house laboratory facility. We have a fantastic team with a Veterinary Surgeon with a certificate in Surgery and another studying towards one and a RVN studying for a certificate in behaviour.
We are a host practice for Vets Now so no OOH and also a Tier 2 RCVS practice.

Where are we located? We are close to lots of outdoor adventure stuff like surf Snowdonia, Zipworld and have easy access to great climbing, especially around Snowdonia and coastal areas and also close to the beach

If you prefer a more leisurely pastime there is plenty of shopping with Liverpool One, Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, Chester all on our doorstep

Great transport links with both Liverpool and Manchester airport close by and Holyhead port not far away
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Applicant Requirements

All applicants must be registered with the RCVS. Our ideal candidate will be confident, resourceful, and proactive with strong communication skills.###

Responsibilities:

Maintain a high standard of inpatient care. Assist with surgical procedures. Guide and support Student VN's. Adhere to all SOP's. Communicate with clients and maintain a high professional standard. Maintain a good working relationship with all members of the practice. Maintain membership with the RCVS and always adhere to the RCVS Nursing Code of Conduct. Attend the adequate hours of CPD as required by the RCVS. Maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the building. Fulfil the obligations of the rota, sick cover/on call rota & bank holiday cover. Carry out any reasonable requests made by the CD, PM, Head Nurse, Associate Vets or other members of the management team. Under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, it is the duty of every employee to take reasonable care of themselves and others at work. This also includes taking care of equipment and reporting immediately any items not working. Support the CD, PM and Head Nurse with new initiatives. When required to do so, support Reception and greet clients, using the 5 key steps. Attend Nurse Meetings/Practice Meetings
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Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -####

Work-life balance

6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
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Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
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Development

750 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata Certificate support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme
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Professional Memberships

VDS cover RCVS fees
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Colleague Benefits

Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Rhyd Broughton Veterinary Group, Wrexham
Gatewen Road, Wrexham, LL11 6YA, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets
Exotic Friendly
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.###

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.####

Talent Partner

Elliott Burgin

elliott.burgin@ivcevidensia.com