Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity within our nursing team at Pride Veterinary Referrals for a compassionate and confident RVN to join us as a Referral Theatre Veterinary Nurse.

Join the Pride Veterinary Referrals Team and Unlock New Opportunities

As part of a dedicated team of skilled anaesthetists and nurses, you'll work closely with specialist referral clinicians from various disciplines such as surgery, medicine, ophthalmology, and neurology. You'll provide anaesthesia and sedation support across different services. Your role will involve a blend of anaesthesia and theatre duties, contributing to the smooth operation of the department. You will be fully supported by our experienced team of nurses and anaesthetists, helping you develop your referral nursing skills.

Despite being part of a large team, we maintain a friendly, supportive environment, always focused on delivering the highest standard of care. We are dedicated to providing excellent professional development opportunities for our RVNs, offering encouragement and support to help you pursue further qualifications.

Work in a State-of-the-Art Facility

Pride Veterinary Referrals is a modern veterinary hospital featuring spacious wards, five theatres, and a comprehensive imaging suite. Our facility is equipped with the latest technology to diagnose, treat, and provide post-operative care for our patients. We have dedicated consultation rooms for each discipline and a separate, comfortable waiting area for clients. Our imaging suite includes CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and digital x-ray, all connected to spacious, well-equipped theatres.

Our ICU is staffed by experienced nurses around the clock, ensuring high-dependency patients receive the best care. We have separate wards for dogs and cats, both temperature-controlled and with ambient lighting at night. The ICU also has a dedicated isolation ward for contagious patients. Additionally, our exotics consultation room and ward are run by a specialist exotics team. We also offer a rehabilitation suite for surgical and neurological patients, featuring a hydrotherapy pool, treadmill, and extensive physiotherapy equipment.

About You

We are looking for a team-oriented Registered Veterinary Nurse with a keen interest in anaesthesia and theatre work. While experience in referrals or a qualification in anaesthesia is a plus, it is not required. You must possess excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to prioritise, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Working Hours

This is a full-time role working a 4-day week, averaging 38 hours, with 1 in 6 weekends (Saturday & Sunday, 9:00am-5:45pm). Shifts typically run from 7:30am to 7:30pm. There is also an on-call rota for referral anaesthesia/theatre cases, with an increased hourly rate for callouts.

Because our employees 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 salary of up to 31,000 per annum DOE, you will benefit from-

Work-life Balance4 day working week 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service Your birthday as a paid day off Relocation allowance


WellbeingEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership Non-accidental injury support


Development750 CPD allowance with 3 days paid pro rata Certificate, Diploma and VTS 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


Professional MembershipsVDS cover RCVS fees


AdditionalPawsome Benefits- reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension- 5% Employee/3% Employer Discounted staff pet care

Up to 31,000 DOE