Experienced Veterinary Nurse

Experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse

We are not actively recruiting for this position however we are expanding rapidly and so welcome any candidates who feel the below position may be suitable to send their CV and cover letter to claire@3bridgesvets.co.uk for us to keep on file should a new vacancy arise.  

Employment Type

Full time (40 hours per week)

About Us

We are a proudly independent mixed animal practice, built on a commitment to providing exceptional care to pets and genuine support to their owners. We value teamwork, high clinical standards, and continuity of care and we’re looking for a Veterinary Nurse who shares those values to join our friendly nursing team which currently consists of 5 full time RVN’s and 2 ACA’s.

About the Role

As a Veterinary Nurse with us, you’ll be hands-on in all areas of the practice, from inpatient care and surgical support to nurse clinics and client education. You’ll have the time to get to know our patients and clients, and your ideas will be valued in how we shape the care we provide

Key Responsibilities

– Deliver high standards of nursing care to hospitalised patients

– Patient preoperative admissions and discharges

– Planning and setting up for and prepping patients for operations

– The role includes participation in our currently 1 in 10 Saturday rota (8:30am-12:30pm)

– Assist vets in consultations, diagnostic procedures, and surgeries.

– Monitor anaesthetics, x-ray processing, processing laboratory samples for both internal and external testing

– Run nurse clinics (e.g. weight management, parasite prevention, post-op checks, nail clips, puppy and kitten guidance).

– Offer advice and support to owners on preventative healthcare, nutrition, behaviour, and treatment plans.

– Handle and restrain animals safely, with compassion and care.

– Maintain high standards of hygiene in clinical areas and assist with equipment sterilisation.

– Contribute to stock management and ordering.

– Administrative duties – insurance processing, keeping up to date and accurate clinical records

– Work collaboratively within a close-knit team, supporting colleagues and contributing to the welcoming, community-focused environment of the practice.

Skills & Qualifications

– Qualified and RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse

– Experience in small animal practice

– Confident in anaesthesia monitoring, inpatient care, and routine nursing procedures.

– Friendly, approachable, and able to build strong relationships with clients and their pets.

– A team player with a proactive, positive attitude.

What We Offer

You will be joining a dedicated team of 10 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses, and 8 Support Staff.

– Competitive salary, reflecting your skills and experience salary range starts at £28,000 depending on level of experience.

– Support for CPD, with freedom to explore areas of interest budget of £1000 every year

– VDS cover

– RCVS fees paid

– A warm, supportive, and genuinely independent team environment.

– Opportunities to get to know patients and clients — continuity of care is important to us.

– Staff discounts on veterinary treatment and products

– Private health insurance

– Enhance sick pay