RVN - North Wiltshire and Gloucestershire

We seek an additional RVN to join our friendly, caring and supportive Hospital team who will develop and grow with us.

The Practice
An exciting opportunity to be part of the growth of our expanding independently owned practice in the beautiful Cotswolds. We are a progressive, non-corporate Veterinary Hospital boasting high clinical standards with 24hour patient care delivered by our own vets and nurses.

The Role
At The George Veterinary Hospital, we expect our Registered Nurses to:

• Be registered with the RCVS
• Promote clinical excellence and provide a high standard of patient and client care
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have the ability to work autonomously in both individual and team environments
• Assist in all nursing duties with emphasis on patient/client experience
• Be accepting of delegated individual responsibilities
• Be current and up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Communicate effectively with colleagues across all teams and clients- both verbally and written
2. Assist the Veterinary Surgeon with diagnostic/surgical/medical procedures, consultations and during house visits
3. Monitor and Record Anaesthesia- following practice protocol
4. Run the Hospital Wards– i.e. medicating, intra-venous catheter placement, blood sampling, regular patient checks and general nursing duties under veterinarian instruction.
5. Admit and Discharge patients – following practice protocol
6. Preparation of Equipment, Patient and Environment – for surgical, diagnostic, anaesthetic and medical procedures
7. Running Nurse Clinics –including triage, first aid, weight clinics and puppy parties
8. General Cleaning Duties – provide effective infection control for all clinical areas and equipment. To undertake equipment sterilisation (via steam/pressure autoclave and Ethylene Oxide) and laundry duties
9. Maintaining Equipment and Clinical Areas- including servicing and repairs, stock checks and ordering of consumables.
10. Perform Diagnostic Tests on Laboratory Samples- communicate and record results following practice policy. Prepare samples for sending to external laboratories.
11. Adhere to Regulations – i.e. Schedule 3, CPD, Health and Safety, COSHH (refer to specific guidelines)
12. Assist Other Departments Within the Veterinary Practice- e.g. front of house client care duties and large animal kits

Successful Candidate
As well as working within the hospital in Malmesbury, all nursing staff are required to cover our other branch surgeries, depending on their rota. These are at Nailsworth and Tetbury, Gloucestershire and Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire. Occasional attendance at client’s homes may also be required.
We’re looking for an RVN who is looking to grow with the practice and team.

The Package
We offer:

• A varied rota encompassing all aspects of clinical nursing
• CPD allowance & support in your desired area of expertise
• Minimal OOH rota as we do have our own night nurses
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience

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