Night Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Full-Time

Hours: 39 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Wednesday to Friday (12-hour shifts) plus 1 in 4 Saturday nights (12 hours)

Salary: £29,250 per annum (basic) + £9,360 night premium (total £38,610 per annum)

Additional Saturday night premium: approximately £780 per annum (as worked)

Requirements:

Minimum 1 year qualified (preferred)

Experience in anaesthesia and patient care essential

Role Overview

The role of the Night RVN is critical to maintaining high standards of patient and client care, ensuring the highest levels of welfare for hospitalised and emergency patients. As a key member of the nursing team, you will work closely with the Out of Hours (OOH) team to provide dedicated overnight nursing support.

You will be responsible for the care and treatment of hospitalised patients, assisting with emergency procedures, and supporting the Out of Hours service.

Main Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalised patients, including monitoring critical care cases

Assist veterinary surgeons with in-patient care, emergency cases, and clinical procedures

Monitor anaesthesia and support surgical and emergency interventions

Ensure smooth and effective patient handovers between shifts

Develop, implement, and regularly reassess nursing care plans

Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including treatments, diagnostics, and client communications

Dispense and administer medications under veterinary direction, ensuring compliance with all protocols

Assist with diagnostic procedures (e.g. radiography, blood sampling)

Communicate effectively with clients, including providing updates, triaging emergencies, and arranging appointments

Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and equipment care throughout the practice

Prepare and maintain surgical and clinical equipment

Support stock control and ensure appropriate stock rotation

Participate in rota cover for sickness and annual leave as required

Carry out general administrative duties (e.g. filing, scanning)

Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a positive team environment

Undertake continuing professional development (CPD) and share knowledge with the team

Key Responsibilities

Deliver all aspects of general nursing care in line with professional standards and practice policies

Administer treatments including medications, fluid therapy, dressings, and euthanasia as directed

Escalate any concerns and ensure veterinary review of unstable patients

Maintain health and safety standards and report any concerns appropriately

Professional Guidelines

Always work within your level of competence and seek veterinary support when needed

Exercise caution and professionalism, particularly in the presence of clients

Do not provide or imply diagnoses

Refer any client queries beyond your authority to a veterinary surgeon

Provide appropriate advice on general care topics such as nutrition, dental health, parasite control, grooming, vaccination, and routine procedures (excluding diagnosis)